Americans are getting fluoride from a variety of sources that did not exist in the 1940s, when community water fluoridation first got under way. Water consumption patterns have changed too.
FDA panel calls for more research of amalgam risks
Labeling for dental amalgam should more clearly inform dental practitioners and their patients of the potential risks posed by the mercury it contains, an expert panel advised the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at a two-day meeting in Gaithersburg, MD, this week.
And the FDA should do its own risk assessment and meta-analysis of scientific literature to gain an authoritative grasp of what is knowable about the dangers that mercury restorations may pose, particularly for sensitive subgroups such as pregnant women, their fetuses, young children, and medically vulnerable patients.
Single All-Porcelain Crown on a Front Tooth
This is a great patient who had a beautiful smile except for one badly discolored front incisor. Using one all porcelain crown we were able to greatly improve her smile. I am really excited by how well her smile looks now because of one simple procedure. This shows once again that treatment does not have to be ‘extreme’ to have a big effect.
(Lab work by Dodd Dental Lab New Castle, DE)
Cut and paste the link below to see before and after pictures:
http://drspina.posterous.com/single-all-porcelain-crown-on-a-front-tooth
Small correction can have a big impact!
This is a great patient that got a great result from two veneers. This once again shows that even a small correction can have a big impact on your smile.
Overall fitness reduces risk of periodontal (gum) disease
This is a really interesting and important finding linking general physical fitness to periodontal disease. It is another illustration of the link between dental health and general health.
If mom has tooth decay, child likely does too
Here is an interesting article I found about the link in tooth decay in mothers to tooth decay in their children.
Replacing Amalgam (silver) fillings with Composite (white) fillings
Many patients have asked me recently about changing their old amalgam (silver) fillings to composite or white fillings. We just did this for a patient and the results were fantastic. Both the patient and myself were really happy with the results and we are both happy to share the before and after pictures!
Cut and Paste this link into your browser:
http://drspina.posterous.com/replacing-amalgam-silver-fillings-with-compos
Digital Radiographs are here!
We have just installed Gendex Digital X-ray systems in each of our treatment rooms. There are many advantages to digital radiographs for both the dentist and patient.
Children’s Heart Foundation and AT&T National
As many of you know, we have many patients who are involved in charities. We try to contribute where we can either by raising awareness for a particular cause, raising money for a particular cause, or by donating time or services. Last year we worked with the Children’s Heart Foundation-Pennsylvania Chapter in our “1000 Friends Campaign” to raise money and awareness for this great organization. Now, CHF-PA has become a part of the AT&T National’s Ticket for Charity program. If you or any of your friends plan on attending the AT&T National golf tournament, which is June 30-July 4th at Aronimink Golf Course, go to www.attnational.org , click on Purchase Tickets and put in our code, CHF10. CHF-PA will receive 50% of every $40 or $45 gallery pass. This is a wonderful opportunity for CHF-PA.
Can stress damage your teeth? Absolutely!
A professor of mine once called stress the silent killer. Stress can cause damage to your teeth by leading to bruxism.
