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I Didn’t Know Squat about Cancer
Cancer (in general) and oral cancer were certainly topics that I learned about in our medical/dental training 18 years ago, but after reading The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer by Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee, I realized just how little I actually knew. To tell the truth, after reading the book, I now have a […]
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Why Can’t Dentists Cure Cavities or Regrow Enamel?
I’ve previously discussed why you can’t cure cavities, but recent research sounds promising, so it’s a good time to review. In addition, there were some good points raised in the comments of the previous article that deserve more attention. Be warned: lots of bullet lists ahead as I break it down. 😀 Recap: Why We Currently Can’t Grow Dentin […]
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“If You Don’t Floss, You’ll Die,” Says One Charlotte Dentist
Oh ok, sue me for the clickbait headline….you’ll die if you do floss, too. 😀 The Story: Does Flossing Even Work? Obviously, since I’m a dentist and have many dentists friends, one of the most commonly shared and widely discussed news stories this week has been about whether or not flossing is any good for […]
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Replacing Veneers after 15 Years
There are a number of important questions to ask when considering cosmetic dentistry, including porcelain veneers: How many veneers do I need? What can (and can’t) you change about my smile with veneers? When are veneers better than braces? How much do veneers cost? How long do veneers last and what happens when they need […]
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Dental Cavities: How Fast Can They Grow?
How fast dental cavities grow may sound like a simple question, but it’s actually rather complicated. I decided to write about it, though, after seeing a patient recently to treat a cavity that went from just beginning to an almost-root-canal-sized cavity in just 14 months. It’s a good example of why most dentists still recommend dental […]
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A New Smile with Porcelain Veneers for a Wedding
As a cosmetic dentist, one of the absolute most satisfying parts of my job is the ability to give someone a new smile. Especially when it’s because the person has an important event coming up, like getting married! And that’s just what happened recently with our patients Michael and Becky. 🙂 Scroll beyond the photo […]
