“Xerostomia”- Pronouncing the “x” as a “Z”
We take it so for granted…until we don’t have it. Saliva in your mouth moistens the tissues, helps…
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Holey Oral Anatomy
The current form of self-expression has dentists worried. Piercing a lip, tongue, or uvula (hangs down from top…
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, experts in face, mouth, and jaw surgeries, about…
Don’t Forget to Mention
I’ve discussed grinding your teeth before. I’ve explained implants. But I’ve never combined them into a significant topic.…
Healthy People 2020: Dentists and Diabetics
The Centers for Disease Control (www.cdc.gov) have maintained data on diabetics and gum disease (we call it “periodontal…
Ouch, My Mouth Hurts!
Every person, age 17-23, grows four additional molars. Dentists call them “third molars”, but most call them “wisdom…