added on: January 31, 2017

If you experience dizziness (also referred to as vertigo), this off-balance sensation can place you in an unsure frame of mind, not to mention put your safety at risk. The latin origin of the word ‘vertigo is “a whirling round.” Vertigo is observed in a number of diseases and causes… Read More…


added on: January 23, 2017

Many of us are familiar with the phrase “a rose is a rose.” While the scent of a rose would be pleasant regardless of its name, this reminds us that comparisons aren’t always “apples to apples.” Roses can vary a great deal, just as crowns, bridges and other dental restorations…. Read More…


added on: October 4, 2016

Balance. It’s something we need in all aspects of our lives. There is a proper balance when it comes to work and home life as well as active time and rest time. Too much of one tends to eventually impact our lives in negative ways. Harmonious balance is the key…. Read More…


added on: September 12, 2016

I remember a dear female relative whom I’ll refer to as Bess. Bess was rather meticulous about her appearance. Her attire was always color-coordinated and she wore matching jewelry with every outfit. She was one of those ladies who always had “every hair in place.” Yet, the thing that always… Read More…


added on: July 25, 2016

At one time or another, we’ve all grabbed a grocery cart that had one wheel that dragged or wobbled. Pushing it can be so difficult that we often cede and find another cart that moves smoothly. When your teeth are out of alignment, you may not notice anything at first…. Read More…


added on: June 6, 2016

Have you ever driven behind another vehicle and noticed a rear tire that was obviously out of alignment? Without all four tires in proper balance, we know the driver will likely be looking at replacing tires worn from the imbalance. Had standard measures of periodic tire rotation and balancing occurred,… Read More…


added on: April 25, 2016

A friend’s son enjoyed a trip to Mexico over the Christmas holiday with several fraternity brothers. While there, he purchased a Rolex watch for an amazingly low price. Not surprisingly, after several months, the watch began to run slow and finally stopped. It’s the classic tale of “You get what… Read More…


added on: April 1, 2016

“Sit up straight!” You may have had a parent or grandparent who reminded you, as a youth, to sit up straight. I did! As an adult, I realize this was their way of saying that slumping looks bad AND is bad for our health. When a person walks ’round shouldered’… Read More…


added on: December 15, 2015

For something to be done well, there is a price. This applies to dental work just as it does to the construction of a home or an automobile repair. When decisions are primarily based on getting the lowest price, the outcome is rarely satisfying. In dentistry, things such as cheap… Read More…


added on: October 6, 2015

After the Academy Awards were televised a couple of years ago, all the rumble was NOT about the winners. Social media lit up with comments on the dreadful face lift of one of the presenters. The once-ravishing movie star hadn’t been in the public eye for quite some time. Her… Read More…


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