Category: Columns
Question: “My son is eighteen, and he began smoking this year. I understand the health risks, but can you explain the dental problems…
Question: “I read an article about medical tourism in a magazine recently. It got me to thinking about dentistry. How does American dentistry…
Question: “It seems like my dentist wants to take x-rays every time that I see him. Should I worry about the radiation exposure of dental…
Question: “My husband’s teeth are a disaster. He has broken teeth, missing teeth, huge old fillings, and his front teeth are dark, chipped, and…
Question: “My teenage son is obsessed with getting a “grill” for his teeth. What do I need to know about “Grillz” as a parent before he…
Question: “It seems like there’s a wide range of fees associated with dental care. Why is there such a difference from one office to the…
Question: “I am in high school, and I am interested in becoming a dentist. What do I need to do, and how long will it take?”
Answer: I’m…
Question: “I am forty-three years old, and I have suffered from the effects of tetracycline-stained teeth my entire life. My dark teeth even…
Question: “I have a couple of teeth that have been sensitive to hot, cold, and pressure for several months. It’s not terrible, but my dentist…
Question: “I have a toothache, and my dentist tells me that I need a root canal. Won’t that just cause me more pain than I already…