Archives for March 2014

Oil Pulling for Teeth – Is it Effective for Dental Health?

March 27, 2014 by Dr. Matt Nejad 3 Comments

A lot of patients have been asking us about oil pulling. At our practice, we are open to new approaches and we evaluate all new techniques and materials with a thorough analysis of the peer-reviewed scientific research combined with our experience and common sense. In the following article, we will review what oil pulling is, […]

The Best Teeth Whitening Trays

March 21, 2014 by Dr. Matt Nejad 6 Comments

Teeth whitening is a popular procedure and it can be extremely safe and effective. Unfortunately, most teeth whitening techniques are ineffective and unsafe with misleading claims. For instance, the science proves that the application of light does not enhance the results and it is a gimmick! In this article, I will explain the best method […]

Replacing Silver Fillings or Amalgam Fillings

March 12, 2014 by Dr. Matt Nejad 58 Comments

Silver fillings have been used in dentistry since 1826. They consist of mercury, silver, copper, tin, and other trace metals. Together these metals mix to form an alloy which is commonly known as a silver filling. The use of mercury in the fillings has resulted in widespread safety concerns and a history full of controversy. […]