An Early Bite with Dr. John Paul: “How Safe Are Dental X-rays? Why do I Have to Get Them Every Year?”

By Dr. John Paul, FDA Editor Lately, I’ve had a run of patients who are reluctant to have — or are flat-out refusing — dental radiographs. I’ve let a few patients go because I believe it is beneath the standard of care…

An Early Bite with Dr. John Paul: Prevention and Cure

By Dr. John Paul, FDA Editor At least once a week a patient will ask me, “Why do I have to come in two (or three or four) times a year? I’ll just call you when something goes wrong.” There…

An Early Bite with Dr. John Paul: “I’m Gonna Pierce My Tongue!”

By Dr. John Paul, FDA Editor Having had more than my share of stitches and staples, I really can’t imagine electively poking holes in my person. You can imagine my dismay and confusion when someone comes in with a new…

An Early Bite with Dr. John Paul: “Can’t I Just Get This Done at the Mall?”

By Dr. John Paul, FDA Editor When it comes to teeth whitening, how often do patients ask, “Why can’t I just get this done at the mall?” — which is patient speak for “I don’t want to pay what I…