No Need To Get All Choked Up!

Do you gag on x- rays? I know I do!  Children can develop a  gag reflex and so can parents.  – Fortunate we can do many things at the dentist  and reduce potential fear of embarrassment.  For example We can use mouth rinses and sprays that dull the sensation  to...

Can I Have Skittles and A Coke- Healthy Snacking

Dr Al Danenberg a nutritional Periodontist, once asked his grandson what makes potato chips so good- he replied that they were crunchy and salty.  But they are over -processed carbohydrates, unhealthy fats and have excessive salt and chemicals and do not have most...

The Life You Save May Be Your Own

May is American Stroke month! It is the perfect time to help prevent it.  Make it a priority to help to keep your brain strong and prevent strokes! Getting enough ZZZZ’s- 7-8 hours of sleep each night can help you rise and shine with enough energy to face your...

Snoring Or Really Sleeping?

Did you know that millions of people suffer from OSA-Obstructive Sleep Apnea?  It is estimated that 75% of the population suffer from this- kids as well as adults.  When you think of snoring  you think of older overweight people but children snore too!  I just had a 7...

Toothbrush Truths

Your toothbrush can play a big role in your daily routine.  It can keep your teeth healthy and bright.  But a newer, cleaner toothbrush could also play a key part in your overall health. Your mouth is the gateway to your body and is a great place for harboring...