Dr. Monica "mOe" Anderson[email protected]Home'Wait and watch' not the best approach for third molarsWhen it comes to asymptomatic impacted third molars in adults, many dentists prefer to leave well enough alone and just monitor the tooth until problems develop. But is that decision best for the patient or simply easiest for the doctor?October 22, 2008EndodonticsAre you ready for the new R's in endodontics?SAN ANTONIO - The three R's of traditional education -- reading, 'riting, and 'rithmetic -- have taken on new meaning in contemporary endodontics, where they now stand for rotary files, resin, and regeneration.October 19, 2008EndodonticsRoot canal or dental implant?SAN ANTONIO - Root canal treatment or dental implant? That is the question. Many factors, from ethical considerations to the patient's overall health, must be considered in this important decision, according to Charles Goodacre, D.D.S., M.S.D.October 16, 2008HomeMovie review: 'Ghost Town' stereotypes dentistsThe opening scene of "Ghost Town," with its realistic images of a dental office, raised hopes this movie might, unlike most of its predecessors, accurately portray the profession. But sadly, the numerous stereotypes of dentists will cause more groans than laughs for those in the profession.September 22, 2008Previous PagePage 2 of 2Top StoriesImplantsPeeing our way to more dental implant materialUniversity of California, Irvine researchers have devised a system transforming human urine into hydroxyapatite, a material used in dental implants, with promising larger environmental implications.NutritionHigh iron levels may be linked to gum diseaseInsuranceWhat comes next for the current Medicaid challenges in dentistry?Orofacial PainInnovation over drugs to mitigate dental anxietyCardiovascularCan heart disease be seen on dental CBCTs? A study is in the works.
