The Time Is Now: Halftime

Posted on July 19, 2024July 19, 2024 by Michael Goldberg DMD

“Timing is everything” was made popular by none other than the bard himself, William Shakespeare in “Julius Caesar.” How apropos! Half the year is over. Now is the perfect time to step back and reassess. It’s also the perfect time to evaluate new opportunities. The issue of cognitive decline is front and center in the public’s eyes for obvious reasons. I’m sure sales of Prevagen® have skyrocketed. That’s why NOW is the time to discuss this with your patients and referral sour...

Part 1: Build the Microscopic Army in Your Mouth to Fight Oral Cancer and Improve Dental Health

Posted on April 30, 2021April 30, 2021 by Cass Nelson-Dooley MS

Oral Cancer Is No Match for a Healthy Oral Microbiome Fostering a healthy oral microbiome can fight oral and other cancers. That’s nothing to say for its benefits on cavities, root canal infections, and gum disease. Your friendly bacteria protect you from disease, fight tumors, cool off inflammation, and boost your immune system. Who wouldn’t want this army of microscopic warriors on their side?! In this two-part blog, you will learn that cancers can be caused by bacteria, viruses, ...

One Size Does Not Fit All

Posted on March 23, 2018May 19, 2021 by Sandra Lindo RDH

Periodontal disease is an inflammatory, polymicrobial, multifactorial disease that not only affects the periodontium but has also been linked with systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes. Periodontal disease is a silent disease that affects over 64 million Americans. Most are unaware they have it or possess the bacteria placing them at risk. The use of MyPerioPath® is essential in determining which bacteria are present. It is a key factor in pa...