I am proud to be participating in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation’s (AACDCF) Give Back a Smile (GBAS) program geared to helping heal the effects of domestic violence endured by more than five million individuals each year in the U.S. and Canada. I am one of many volunteer dentists involved with GBAS,…
Month: December 2014
Hermey Finally Gets His Due! One of Santa’s Elves Wanted to Be a Dentist!
Just a few years ago I was enjoying a nostalgic trip back in time watching the classic animated story of Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer. I had forgotten and was amazed that Hermey, one of Santa’s elves, expressed a burning desire to become a dentist! The show is now celebrating its 50th year and believe it…
Bleachorexia: When to Call it Quits on Teeth Whitening
Bleachorexia, or as I like to call it, bleachomania, is what occurs when someone over-whitens their teeth. I liken it to body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), often but not limited to teenagers, where one is continually finding fault with their appearance. While most of us would like to have a brighter, whiter smile, especially around the…
