Before I dive into the various signs and symptoms of a cavity, I think it is important to look at the tooth structure itself which will better explain why some cavities may have discomfort and others may not have any symptoms. Tooth decay (the formation of a cavity) is simply the breakdown of the tooth […]
Discussing erectile dysfunction on a dental blog is probably shocking to most people, however, recent research has shown that this unfortunate health condition is absolutely dental related. This condition affects 1 out of every 10 men over the age of 40, according to the National Institute of Health. Just how does the bacteria in periodontal […]
For those who love and embrace technology like I do, here is one iPhone application that will save lives. The app developer is a company called Sleep Group Solutions. This app was developed with the intention to increase the awareness of sleep apnea. The MSleepTest acts as an initial screener for obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive […]
As the debate on fluoride is on-going, the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment’s in the state of California voted this month that fluoride not be added to its list of carcinogens. The OEHHA is the agency that oversees the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act which was placed in 1986. There are over […]
As I mentioned in my previous blog, root canal treatment is recommended when a tooth has experienced trauma, acute pain or swelling, or visible lesions on the x-ray. However, as a dentist who values a holistic approach to medicine and dentistry; I believe that a decision regarding whether or not to have a root canal […]