5 Face Mask Risks You Can Control and the Solutions
Knowledge is everything. The way I wear a mask and what it causes me to do with my nose, my mouth, and my fingers is…
oral health
Why You MUST Address Your Child’s Environmental Allergies
I was totally in denial. Or not? I’ve known for years that a strong sign of allergies is dark circles under the eyes, and on…
Dentist: “I’ve Never Seen This Before”
He really said it. When I quipped a few minutes later that I was totally sharing that quote on social media, he sort of blushed…
You Need a Second Opinion on your Mouth
Would you like a side of surgery with that? Your call. If you could choose between having surgery and healing, what would it be for…
No, Doc, I Don’t Have a Cavity! How to Argue with Your Dentist
My maiden name has 7 consonants in a row. And then one vowel at the end. That’s it. When telemarketers used to call, always during…
Some Cavities Don’t Need Fillings–an Interview with Dr. Judene Benoit
I told you in my last post about my attempts to heal my cavities that you’d love hearing from Dr. Judene Benoit, second generation dentist…
X-ray Proof of My Cavity Healing Diet – Can You Cure Tooth Decay?
I was going to eat chocolate last Wednesday, either way. If I successfully healed my cavities, I’d enjoy some in celebration (and in moderation). If…
My Plan to Heal My Cavity (Ok, Fine, CavitieS!)
If we can regrow/heal bone, why not teeth? When I posted this question on Facebook last week along with my story, the interaction and reactions…
How Much Fluoride Do You Drink?
Parenting isn’t easy. If you’re not being awakened at night or having to quell arguments between siblings, you’re researching like mad trying to figure out…
Oil Pulling Tips and Success Stories ~ Do You Swish?
Oil pulling is a simple technique with lots of big claims and very little risk. Scroll down to learn about the history and purpose of…
Monday Mission: Learn How to Brush Your Teeth Like an Adult
Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to learn how to brush your teeth like an adult. I’m rating this one as “baby steps”…
Would You Suck on a Piece of BPA Candy?
It seems the whole country is trying to avoid BPA – in food storage containers, water bottles, cups, plastic baby toys. The “No BPA!” sticker…