The tongue should always be examined by not only by your physician, but by your dentist as well.  Most dentists will take a long look at the tongue; they will look at the shape, size, all surfaces, and even its color.  Ancient and even modern Chinese medicine indicates that the tongue is a primary indicator [...]

Many people believe that George Washington the first President of the United States of America had wooden teeth. However, contrary to this popular belief, President Washington did not have wooden teeth. By the age of 57 President Washington had lost all but one of his teeth requiring him to use dentures to eat and speak. [...]

MLB Hall of Fame baseball player Tony Gwynn recently underwent surgery to remove a malignant tumor from his parotid gland.  Although doctors say there is a limited connection between Gwynn’s cancer and smokeless tobacco. Tony Gwynn blames his battle with cancer on years of using smokeless tobacco which he freqently placed in his right cheek. The parotid gland is [...]

Valentine’s Day is the time of year to get that special someone in your life that romantic gift you have always wanted to give them.  Most of us, me included, usually resort to the usual, flowers, chocolate, something lacey, etc.  However, this year I want to encourage you to think outside the Valentine’s Day box and [...]

Most dentists will agree that you should change your toothbrush every 3 months. Studies show that after 3 months of normal wear and tear, toothbrushes are much less effective at removing plaque and bacteria from the teeth and gums. The bristles of the toothbrush will begin to breakdown and lose their effectiveness at getting into [...]