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Phase out amalgam in dentistry!
My mother-in-law is the inspiration for my first post. She is one of those incredible 70 year-old women, who look like they are in their 40s. She stays on top of everything related to health and...
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“Is drinking soda really that bad for my teeth?”
Yes, but there are things that every patient can do to lessen the damage: Follow every glass of soda by rinsing your mouth with water or chewing a piece of sugarless gum. Avoid brushing your teeth for...
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Retin-A for wrinkles and skin cancer prevention
Lately many patients have been asking me why my face is red and peeling. Since I’m now living and practicing in Israel, a place known for its high rates of skin cancer, I thought I would let everyone...
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Choosing a toothbrush? Keep it simple.
Patients always want to know which toothbrush is the best to buy. In general, I think electric toothbrushes are best! When choosing a manual toothbrush, I have a few selection tips: Go for a simple...
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Another Reason To Cut Out Soda
A Soda a Day Raises CHD Risk by 20% Lisa Nainggolan March 12, 2012 (Boston, Massachusetts) — Sugary drinks are associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) as well as some adverse...
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Wisdom Teeth – Wisdom Tooth Details
Wisdom Teeth – Wisdom Tooth Details. Should You Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed? Jennifer Flach was a college junior when her wisdom teeth started causing problems. “My other teeth started moving...
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Dental Radiographs (X-Rays) During Pregnancy
At least once a week, a pregnant patient visits my dental office. More times than not, she is unfamiliar with appropriate dental care and procedure during pregnancy. Hopefully, my next few posts will...
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Managing Dental Pain During Pregnancy
In an ideal world, no drug should be given during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester; however, sometimes, we find it impossible to adhere to this rule. Therefore, we are fortunate that most...
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