Brian Gurinsky, DDS, MS Blog

SSRI’s (the most commonly prescribed anti-depressants) may be associated with an increased risk of failure of dental implants, according to the Journal of Dental Research.  Over a 67 month period

The New York Times (5/29, Saint Louis) “Well” blog considered the question of whether to floss before or after brushing the teeth. Although “flossing first isn’t necessarily better for oral health than

Those with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a greater risk of losing teeth due to periodontal disease than the non-RA person by double. The joint connection between RA and periodontal disease

Fox News (3/6, Santana) reports on foods and drinks that can cause oral health problems, such as balsamic vinegar, berries, citrus fruit, coffee, and dried fruit. Foods that are high in

1. Your tooth is very, very painful. Sensitivity is common, especially among teeth grinders and patients who have deteriorated tooth enamel. However, if the pain you are experiencing is far

Unless you live under a rock, you know that marijuana is now legal in Colorado for medical or recreational purposes.  The effects of pot have been documented scientifically and empirically.

The general rule of thumb with popping or clicking in the jaw joint is that if there is no pain, it is probably nothing to be concerned with.  Other than

Implants on molars typically have a large crown that sits on the implant/screw.  Because the implant is much narrower than the base of the original tooth roots, there is more

Many of us are taking medications like aspirin, plavix, coumadin, advil, tylenol, exanta, etc. to “thin the blood” and help prevent heart attacks and stroke.  These drugs cause the blood

One of the most exciting procedures and technologies to land in dentistry is Laser treatment for gum disease.  While there are many lasers on the market, only one (PerioLase by