Before I found out what the movie “Fifty Shades of Gray” was all about (obviously I did not read the book!), I thought they were talking about me. After all, this year I will be celebrating my 50th high school reunion–a very sobering thought. Gray or not, I’m just happy to still have hair! I…
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Cracked Tooth?
New Research Study May Help With Treatment I see cracked teeth all the time. Research suggests that the majority of adults have at least one posterior (molar or premolar) cracked tooth. Crack progression and related symptoms are a common concern in everyday dental practice. I have therefore decided to renew my participation in the National Dental…
Alzheimer’s and Dental Health
Cognitive decline, including Alzheimer’s disease, is a major concern of the aging population in America. It may now even be the third leading cause of death in America behind only cardiovascular disease and cancer. Although reporting numbers vary, it is safe to say that as of 2014, Alzheimer’s affects approximately 5.2 million Americans and 36…
Whiter Teeth for Life
Happy New Year! As we welcome the new year I want to make it something special…for you! Because many of our patients have expressed an interest in having a whiter, brighter smile, I am announcing a new program in our office that will keep your smile whiter for life. That’s right…FOR LIFE! It is called…
Stranger Than Fiction – U.S. Senate Held Together by Candy
I was astounded to learn recently that the U.S. Senate is in reality held together by candy! Unbelievable, but true! (See the excerpt below from Senator Pat Toomey’s latest email newsletter.) And not only that, but Pennsylvania is one of the leading producers of candy in the country. (Think Hershey’s!) And to think that Pennsylvania…
"Give Back a Smile" Program Helps Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Abuse
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,…
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…
Mentoring Dental Students
For the second year I have been asked to mentor dental students at my alma mater, Temple University. Temple University’s Kornberg School of Dentistry is the only Dental school in the country with such a program. It’s called “Mentoring for Life,” and is intended to help guide dental students through school and transition them into…
Dental Check-ups = Prevention
Sometimes I feel like a broken record, constantly reminding people of how important it is to see their dentist for regular dental check-ups. Two recent experiences though remind me of how important it really is to “hold the line”. A month or so ago I helped to deliver over a million dollars in donated dental…
