Mondays with Mark

Both of my parents died of Alzheimer’s, so brain health isn’t just something I research—it’s personal. I’ve spent …

What if I told you the bacteria in your mouth could predict your risk of stroke? So much so, that a stroke researcher …

One of the most underutilized tools in dentistry is magnesium—it’s that important for preventing cavities, healing …

When I first started practicing dentistry, I kept noticing the same frustrating pattern in my patients. They brushed, …

When my three-year-old granddaughter was diagnosed with a cavity, my first thought wasn’t just, She needs a filling. It …

Most people think health is about what you do once in a while. It’s not. It’s what you do every day that shapes your …

When we think about fats, most of us focus on omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids—the well-known players in the world of …

Here’s exactly what I’d do and what I would eat if I had a small cavity I wanted to reverse. Cavities aren’t permanent. …

For decades, fluoride has been lauded as a key ingredient in preventing tooth decay, leading to widespread water …

This newsletter is brought to you by BIOptimizers, makers of my all-time favorite magnesium supplement. BIOptimizers is …

We’re fortunate to have the makers of my all-time favorite magnesium sponsoring this newsletter. They’ve been my go-to …

What if I told you the health of your mouth is directly linked to the health of your heart? Today’s sponsor, …

Gum disease doesn’t just “get better.” It needs to be stopped in its tracks before it leads to irreversible damage. This …

This newsletter is brought to you by our sponsor, BIOptimizers (makers of my all-time favorite magnesium supplement) …

For about six years, I relied on continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to guide my approach to periodontal work in private …

I just got my colonoscopy which I get every five years. And it got me thinking… Colorectal cancer (CRC) rates are …

Today, let’s tackle a frustrating issue that many of us face: a coated white tongue, persistent bad breath, and that …

I’m thrilled to dive into this week’s topic, which comes from a subscriber, Julie. If you missed the last edition of …

Nano-hydroxyapatite (Nano-HAp) has been generating a lot of buzz in the world of oral care—and for good reason. It’s a …

For decades, our profession has vilified biofilms, but the truth is, they are essential for our oral microbiome to …

Mental health reminds me a lot of oral health. It’s one of those things that’s foundational to …

Starting something new, like Fygg, can be a leap of faith. You dive in because you’re passionate and believe …

Back when I started my dental career, the discovery of hydrogen peroxide for teeth whitening was …

Have you ever wondered why your dental insurance doesn’t cover more when it comes to your overall …