Close-up view of tooth enamel surface under microscope When it comes to protecting your teeth and keeping your smile bright, you might have heard about fluoride and hydroxyapatite. Both are popular in dental care, but they work differently and offer unique benefits. I want to help you understand how these two substances compare so you can make informed choices for your dental health. What Is Hydroxyapatite and How Does It Work? Hydroxyapatite is a natural mineral that makes u

What Are Abfractions? Hard to believe, but not all holes in teeth are cavities. Some holes can be wear facets, usually caused by clenching, brushing too hard, or having too acidic saliva. Such is the case with Abfractions. They are typically found on the front surface of teeth by the gum line and have no decay. Most of the time, they are painless and get ignored. However, ignoring them is not a good choice. The Risks of Ignoring Abfractions If left unattended, Abfractions can

Looking for a simple way to lose excess weight and gain more energy? Then Intermittent Fasting may be the answer for you. Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern where you cycle between periods of eating and fasting. It is not a question of which foods to eat, but rather when you should eat them. There are several different intermittent fasting methods, all of which split the day into eating periods and fasting periods. This diagram explains more. There are lots of h

After looking in so many mouths for so many decades, there is one thing that I have found in common with the majority of my patients. Mineral deficiency. This includes even the very health conscious patients. I can usually assess this deficiency by tongue reading, and after asking a few basic questions, my suspicions are confirmed. Mineral deficiency is rampant in our culture and it is many times diagnosed as something else. A perfect example of this is irregular heartbeat.