9 Reasons You Have a Metallic Taste in Your Mouth Posted On September 27, 2018 | cancer, Dentist, Health Metal mouth could be linked to what you eat, but it could also have to do with any of these other health issues or conditions. You’re taking certain medications The most common cause of a metallic taste in the mouth is medications. Antibiotics, antihistamines, over-the-counter supplements, and blood pressure medications Read More
Goats Might Prefer A Smile To A Frown, Study Says Posted On September 4, 2018 | Dentist, Health, smile As the editor of a blog called Goats and Soda (see this story for the explanation behind the name), I'm always interested in the latest goat research. So I was definitely hooked by a press release that declared, "Goats prefer happy people." Alan McElligott, an associate professor in animal behavior Read More
Silver diamine for your patients’ golden years Posted On August 23, 2018 | Dentist, Health, smile, veneers Caring for the teeth of your older patients requires an awareness of the issues and conditions that can affect the oral health of this older population. Dental conditions associated with aging include dry mouth (xerostomia), root and coronal caries, and periodontitis. Additionally, patients may show increased sensitivity to drugs used Read More
Five Ways Neglecting Your Teeth Could Cost You – In Money and In Health Posted On August 21, 2018 | Dentist, Health Here’s a hard fact to chew on: Adults between the ages of 20 and 64 average losing about seven permanent teeth, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR). Lost teeth are just one of the many costs that can be incurred by neglecting your oral health. Read More
Weed Prevented Cavities Thousands of Years Ago Posted On August 14, 2018 | Dentist, Health Weed Prevented Cavities Thousands of Years Ago While minty toothpaste is the norm today, ancient people had to get creative when it came to keeping their teeth clean. Some civilizations used abrasive ingredients like burnt eggshells and ox hoof ashes to scrub their teeth. But others turned to a natural, Read More