Imagine being a fly on the wall at the intermission of a dental convention. What do dentists really talk about behind your back? DDS Exposé is not your plain vanilla, “how do I brush my teeth program?” It is a controversial look inside dentistry. We will go where no others have dared go before. We…
In the late 60’s, a new medical drama TV show, Marcus Welby, MD was born, starring Robert Young, as Marcus Welby, who had an unorthodox way of treating patients and James Brolin, as Steven Kiley, his younger and more radical partner. Marcus Welby was old-school. He cared for each patient as if he or she was his own family member … Read more about this episode...
Alexander the Great in 300 BC, Ponce de León in the 16th Century, and millions of men and women around the world today are still searching for the “Fountain of Youth”. What if you had a magical Aladdin’s lamp and you could make any wish? Would it be to find that fountain? Dr. Dan Messer discloses three dental secrets that … Read more about this episode...
Missing teeth are a common dilemma for many people who have had teeth removed for any reason. Some problems with having a missing tooth may be cosmetic; embarrassment of having a gap in their mouth to physical problems such as difficulty chewing causing digestive problems and shifting of the adjacent teeth, which causes change in the bite, which also can … Read more about this episode...
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons say that nine out of ten people have at least one impacted wisdom tooth. That means that there are millions of impacted wisdom teeth needing to be extracted. The New York Times ran an article that corroborates this figure by saying “It’s hard to get a percentage, but probably 75 to 80 … Read more about this episode...
Teeth can fracture or break for many reasons and most of us will not even know it or feel it. Chewing on ice, eating popcorn, or habits of clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth can cause fractures or microfractures. According to DeltaDental.com, a microfracture is a “very early fracture lines in teeth due to biting or grinding forces … Read more about this episode...
Everyone has a story about Grandma leaving her teeth in a glass of water at night when going to bed; a common misconception that dentures are for “old people” and reinforced by television with a 75-year old grandma’s dentures falling out into the punch bowl at her granddaughter’s wedding. However, this is not always the case. With more sugar in … Read more about this episode...
If you fear going to the dentist, you are not alone! According to WebMD.com, 9% – 20% of Americans have dental anxiety/fear; however, in Dr. Campbell’s estimation and experience in his practice, that figure is higher and more like 75-80%. Dr. Campbell says, “dental fear is born out of two things; 1) loss of control and 2) lack of … Read more about this episode...
Do you wake up in the morning with “morning breath?” Do you have a friend or co-worker who has such a bad mouth odor that his/her breath could almost peel paint? This is an embarrassing problem for many people, especially since most people do not know they even have bad breath, because everyone is afraid to tell them. Bad breath … Read more about this episode...
With the cost of dentistry on the rise, economic turmoil, and rising healthcare costs; are you one of those employees who are looking for a way to get more bang for your buck? According to a recent national survey, 37% of all workers in private industry participate in some form of dental insurance. However, understanding the dental plans and maximizing … Read more about this episode...
For most of us, scheduling a dental visit is not on our annual “to do” list unless we are in severe dental pain. The American Dental Association advises biannual visits; however, according to Dr. Matt Hookom, “95% of the population are at a higher risk for oral disease and should have more dental checkups than what is recommended.” Do you…. … Read more about this episode...
Are you searching for a new dentist? How do you know which one to choose? Your smile is something not to be taken lightly. According to a recent Harris poll; 94% said that the very first thing they notice and their very first impression of you is your smile…your teeth. With numerous dentists available and only one smile; you had … Read more about this episode...