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What is alternative dentistry? What does “holistic” mean in practice? Which alternative therapies and remedies are there in dentistry? What is acupuncture, and how is it used? What is homeopathy, and how is it used in dentistry? What herbal, drug-free remedies are there for pain, infection and fever? Which oral problems can be treated with…

Dental procedures are now mainly painless. In spite of these improvements, many people still experience anxiety, fear and even phobia about going to the dentist. This can lead to neglect of dental problems and cause even more pain than the patient is trying to avoid. What is anxiety? What are the symptoms of anxiety? Can…

How can I tell if I have bad breath? What are the causes of bad breath? What can I do to have fresh breath? What can my dentist do to cure my bad breath? How can I clean my tongue? 1. How can I tell if I have bad breath? We are unfortunately not always…

Most people know about the typical dental or mouth problems. Tooth decay, gum disease, bad breath and more. But there is a little known condition called Burning Mouth Syndrome that is more than frustrating to an unlucky percentage of mostly middle aged to older women. Burning Mouth Syndrome affects approximately 7 times more women than…

By Ronald K. Grief, D.D.S., as published in St. Louis Women’s Journal, October/November 2007 We can’t stop aging, but we can make the best of what we already have. Looking after your skin and general appearance is one step. But, what about your teeth? They are a revealing sign of aging. However, surprising things can…

Americans chew a lot of gum, especially children. Many adults can remember their parents warning them away from chewing too much. Those times have been changing recently. It’s true that gum can be bad for your teeth. Chewing regular gum can increase your risk of tooth decay because of all the sugar that is coating…