What I wish more people knew about zinc
If you take Prilosec, Nexium, or any acid reflux med — I need you to read this. If you’re on birth control or if …
Why I stopped taking my old magnesium
I’m going to tell you something most dentists won’t. For 40 years, I watched patients do everything right — …
What I wish more people knew about green tea + your teeth
What if the most powerful, microbiome-friendly mouthwash wasn’t in a plastic bottle—but in your teacup? I used to drink …
What your dentist should be telling you about breast cancer
We all hear the same breast cancer prevention advice: get your mammograms, know your family history, eat well, exercise. …
If Alzheimer’s runs in your family, read this
I don’t talk about this as often as I probably should. My mom had Alzheimer’s and my dad had ALS with …
Weirdest mouth signs that predict colon cancer
I got my colonoscopy last year. Sitting in the prep room, I kept thinking about something most gastroenterologists still …
What I Wish Dental School Had Taught Me About the Oral Microbiome
When I graduated from dental school, nobody talked about the oral microbiome. It wasn’t in the curriculum. It …
Your mouth is killing you (literally)
Every time a new longevity bestseller comes out, I do the same thing. I flip to the index. I look for “oral health.” …
After years of avoiding the dentist, ask this first
A friend of mine—a healthcare practitioner—called me in tears a few years ago. She hadn’t been to the dentist in …
I add this to my water every morning
I put one thing in my water every single morning. And it’s not lemon. Most people think I’m about to say …
If weight loss feels harder than it should, read this
For years, when patients asked me about weight gain, I’d deflect. “That’s not really my area. Talk to your doctor.” I …
Sick Right Now? Read This Before You Grab a Cough Drop
I knew we were in trouble when I saw Jack’s eyes in the rearview mirror. My wife and I had just picked up the …
When’s the last time your dentist asked about your blood sugar?
When’s the last time your dentist asked about your blood sugar? Probably never. But here’s what I’ve …
What I actually packed for 90 days abroad (and what I regret bringing)
I’ve been reflecting on the three months my wife and I spent in Europe last year. Roseann and I bounced between …
Your mouthwash is backfiring—try this 2-min trick instead
Let’s be honest: most people don’t reach for mouthwash because it works. They use it because they like the feeling—the …
Is your sleep worse in the winter?
Most of us learned that breathing is simple: oxygen goes in, carbon dioxide goes out. But there’s actually a third …
Why I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions
I was bike riding this morning, and I started thinking about New Year’s resolutions. Actually, that’s not …
If your gums bleed, this seal is already failing
Last week, I was helping my son-in-law fix a leaky faucet in their kitchen. The problem? A worn-out rubber gasket. It …
The Potato Trick Dentists Don’t Talk About
It’s December 22nd. You’re surrounded by sugar. Your oral microbiome is under siege. When you constantly …
If You’re on Ozempic, Read This Before Your Next Dental Visit
If you’re taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound, I need to tell you something your doctor probably …
What I’m doing about my 8-year-old granddaughter’s cavity
When my three-year-old granddaughter was diagnosed with a cavity, my first thought wasn’t just, She needs a …
Is a 70 degree bedroom ruining your sleep?
If you’re waking up tired this winter—mouth dry, groggy, maybe even a little sore throat—it’s not just age. …
Why are the healthiest people often the worst sleepers?
It was 2006, and I woke up to three pillows hitting my face. My daughters—all three of them—had been in the same hotel …
Most people miss this December health risk
I love a good Napa cab as much as anyone. But here’s what we know about alcohol and your mouth: the news …