Long ago and far away, before Facebook, before blogs, before email…there was the office newsletter. Recently, we ran across some issues of the one we published back in the 1980s, which we called Bite-Sized Pieces. Re-reading these after so long, we thought it might be fun to occasionally bring back some of Dr. Glaros’ articles […]
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Saying “No” to Triclosan
According to the latest research review, triclosan is supposed to be just dandy in toothpaste. Specifically, its authors concluded that regular use of fluoride toothpaste containing triclosan, an antibacterial agent, and a copolymer, which helps prevent the triclosan from being washed away by saliva, reduces plaque, gingivitis and bleeding gums and slightly reduces tooth decay […]
From the Archives: Food as Medicine? The Big Picture Matters
Originally posted February 26, 2013; updated For all the “health care” that happens in this country, we seem to have a real problem when it comes to preventive care – in dentistry or otherwise – even as all of our most common chronic conditions can be largely avoided. Yet, despite billions of dollars spent each […]
A Journey to My Roots – & the “Island Where People Forget to Die”
About 70 years ago, a man and his wife left their home on a Greek island and settled in the United States. For a few decades, they were pleased with their decision. Then came some bad news: the man was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. His doctors told him to go home and get his […]
Oxalates, Calcium & Fluoride, Oh My!
When the Dallas City Council agreed to consider ending the city’s nearly 50 year old fluoridation policy earlier this year, fluoride’s supporters were up in arms. Insults flew wildly, with pro-fluoride pundits grasping for the usual epithets and creaky Cold War stereotypes. Of course, snark like that is never about engaging in debate or correcting […]
Rethinking Antibiotics, Pesticides, Health
A few years ago, the executive chair of Google said that every two days, we create as much information as we did from the beginning of civilization through 2003. Not long after, a research group claimed that 90% of all data in the world had been created in just the past two years. The figures […]
What’s in Your Dentistry?: Nanosilver Edition
Nanosilver is pretty popular in the dental industry. For years, it’s been used as a coating on dental and surgical tools due to its antimicrobial properties. It’s why you’ll also find it used in some adhesives and resins – and a wealth of household products, too, from washing machines to clothing to toothbrushes. It’s even […]
The Facts About Dental Implants
Sometimes – when advanced gum disease has substantially weakened the supporting bone, say, or when a tooth is so deeply infected that only a root canal can give the appearance of “saving” it – tooth loss is inevitable. So what do you replace it with? Once upon a time, bridges were our go-to solution. They […]