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EVERYBODY’s a “Cosmetic”,”Natural” and now “GREEN” Dentist

Jan 25, 2010 Cosmetic Dentist, Natural Dentist, Holistic Dentist, Comprehensive Dentist… Every wonder why people jump on a bandwagon?  Well, it is all about economics, unless you are one of the originals.  Dentistry is not much different than Beanie Babies, Rubber Bracelets and Crocs.  There are fads that dentists jump on because they are popular.  Unfortunately with a profession such as dentistry you can’t just suddenly become a natural/organic or cosmetic dentist, you have to “be” one from the beginning.  Here are a few examples why you need to be careful: Everybody is a Cosmetic Dentist Cosmetic dentistry became popular in the 80′s... Read More »

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Mother’s Gum Disease Linked To Infant’s Death

Jan 23, 2010   http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34979552/ns/health-pregnancy/ Gum Disease, the silent killer…This sad story, posted today on MSNBC, is a wake-up call for all of us.  Gum Disease, and its associated bacteria, are deadly in more ways than we can imagine.  This article discusses the new study that shows that the bacteria found in untreated gum disease has spread to inside the unborn baby.  Bleeding gums are a strong warning sign that something is wrong.  Only your dentist is able to diagnosed and treat gum disease. All you own in this world is your body.  Take care of it and it will take care of you.  Ignore it and... Read More »

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Mother€™s Gum Disease Linked To Infant’s Death

Jan 23, 2010   http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34979552/ns/health-pregnancy/ Gum Disease, the silent killer…This sad story, posted today on MSNBC, is a wake-up call for all of us.  Gum Disease, and its associated bacteria, are deadly in more ways than we can imagine.  This article discusses the new study that shows that the bacteria found in untreated gum disease has spread to inside the unborn baby.  Bleeding gums are a strong warning sign that something is wrong.  Only your dentist is able to diagnosed and treat gum disease. All you own in this world is your body.  Take care of it and it will take care of you.  Ignore it and... Read More »

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123 Cavity Free

Jan 20, 2010 What would you do if every time you saw the dentist or hygienist to get your teeth cleaned all they would tell you is that you had great, strong teeth and no cavities? Imagine the anguish, money and time you would save!  Are you interested in a cavity free life? Well, a cavity free life is entirely possible and more common every day.  All you need to do is follow the 123 Cavity Free protocol that I have developed and you are on your way.  Now mind you, just like anything serious in life, it requires a commitment.  You... Read More »

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Pain After White Composite Filling

Jan 18, 2010   Question:  Why does my tooth hurt after it just received a new white filling?  It did not hurt before! Answer:  Your tooth should obviously not hurt after the filling, especially if it did not hurt before.  In this practice I do not have patients complaining of pain after white fillings are placed.  If you are experiencing pain, here are some reasons why: Polymerization Shrinkage:  Composites (white fillings) shrink a little when they harden.  Generally the dentist will place the material into the cavity in a liquid to pasty form and then use a strong light (LED or Halogen)... Read More »

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