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 …
If you wake up with a dry mouth or bad breath, read this immediately
I’m going to be direct with you: If your breath is consistently bad, covering it up with mints and mouthwash …
Stop Buying Junk. Invest in Your Health.
Yesterday I spent Thanksgiving chasing my grandkids around the yard. Tag, soccer, the whole nine yards. I’m 66, …
Why do men get bleeding gums more often than women?
Why do men get bleeding gums far more often than women? You’ve probably noticed it too. Maybe you’re a guy …
3 Supplement Mistakes I See Every Single Day
If you take supplements, this is worth a read. Most people I talk to are doing it right on paper: buying high-quality …
The cavity risk your dentist isn’t asking about
At my annual physical, my doctor asks about my diet, sleep, and stress levels. When most people go to the dentist, they …
What I’m stocking up on before my daughters come home
In a few days, my house is going to be full. All three of my daughters are coming home for Thanksgiving, along with my …
Why Your Cardiologist Should Talk to Your Dentist
Thirty years ago, when I started associating periodontal disease to cardiovascular risk, other dentists told me I was …
This is what aging really looks like in your mouth
I turned 40 in 1999. At the time, I felt pretty much the same as I did at 30. Maybe a little slower on the tennis court, …
On a Statin or SSRI? Read This Before Your Next Dental Cleaning
A patient came to see me many years ago—let’s call her Carol. She was 58, took great care of her teeth, and had …
What I think about every October 31st
This weekend, while everyone’s focused on Halloween candy, I’m thinking about something completely …
Why do I keep getting canker sores?
Here’s what most dentists tell you about canker sores: use a numbing gel, avoid spicy foods, and wait it out. …
I Have Receding Gums. What Do I Do Now?
If you’re struggling with receding gums and nothing you’ve tried seems to work, this is for you. Your …
The supplement that could change postpartum recovery
I was there when my wife gave birth to all three of our daughters. Fast forward 30 years, and my wife and I had the …
Before your kids go trick-or-treating, read this…
I used to dread Halloween. As a dentist, it felt like a night dedicated to everything I was trying to protect my …