I have been working with the San Antonio Public Health Department for awhile. One of my assignments is to go to some of the public elementary schools in the area and provide dental sealants for kids. This has been a wonderful opportunity for them as they are able to receive a great dental service and […]
“Bad Sugar”
It’s pretty much common knowledge that sugar causes tooth decay. Given this, it would then follow that if you want to avoid tooth decay you should avoid sugar. Sounds simple, right? But really, it just isn’t very practical. Sugar is everywhere in the American diet thereby making it difficult to avoid completely. So, what is the […]
Tip to Avoid Tooth Sensitivity
One of the most common concerns I hear from my patients is “Doctor, my teeth are very sensitive.” However, an exam often reveals a healthy mouth with no obvious reasons for the complaint. Tooth sensitivity is a problem. So what is going on here? The answer may be surprising. It’s your toothpaste! The chemicals in […]
A Canker Sore Treatment That Works
Awhile ago I posted a little entry on Canker Sores and canker sore treatment. My information was based on things I had studied and/or seen, but I had never had one before. Then I got one. My canker sore was under my tongue and it hurt! So, I decided I would try what Dr. Henslee […]
Canker Sores
While talking with a patient we started talking about canker sores and she was interested in learning more about it. As this is an ailment most, if not all, of us will experience once or several times in our lives, I am passing the information on to you as well. Canker sore is the generic name […]
4 Bad Breath Causes
A common unpleasant thing most of us experience between one another is bad breath or halitosis. What are some of the causes? What can be done to correct the situation? I have come up with four of the more common causes for bad bad breath we have come across while practicing. 1. Food When food […]