The Dental & The Incidental
My blogging journey began in 2009, when few dentists shared their thoughts online. What began as an occasional musing about dentistry has since become a passionate commitment. I’ve published at least one new blog post every month for over 15 years. That’s more than 200 posts and counting!…
For some reason, the phrase “dental crown” evokes a frightened response from many patients, especially if it’s the first time they ever faced the proposition that they may need one. This sense of alarm is based on a common misconception that getting a dental crown means that you…
So on this day before Thanksgiving, a windy, wet Wednesday (its not really that windy, I just like the alliteration), I am sitting at Lenny’s Bagels on the Upper West Side cogitating my feelings of thankfulness. I am grateful for so many things, not the least of which…
I recall a time when it was considered impolite to ask a woman her age (perhaps it still is), but there does come a time in one’s life that one’s age becomes a source of great pride and accomplishment. Something that was once kept discreetly private is transformed…
In all my years of practicing dentistry, I have never once taken for granted that the person sitting in my chair has exercised a choice in being there. And while I can cite my qualifications as a skilled and compassionate clinician, it is my patient who chooses me…
Many times people who have what is a dull ache or occasional twinge in their tooth will take a few Advil and try to tough it out with the hopes that whatever it is will go away. Sometimes it does, most times it doesn’t. Now despite what some…
Unless your name is Ebenezer, I am sure you anticipate the fun and joy of the holidays to be shared with friends and family. My office is no different. We deck the halls and immerse the office with holiday cheer. Delicious delectables abound and everyone is encouraged to…
