Articles by: Peter Drews, D.D.S., M.A.G.D.

It seems that you can’t pick up any product these days without there being some sort of “Duh!” warning printed on it, advising how it could potentially land you in a hospital, or have serious, long-term side effects to your health. Not, so it seems, when it comes to soft drinks. Unless you’re in Australia, […]

Our bodies are profoundly affected by stress during our daily routine. Many times, the effects of this stress can manifest in surprising and subconscious ways that can be compromising to our total health. One of these effects, teeth grinding, is now estimated to affect over 40 million Americans, including both adults and children. Known as […]

We all know soda’s bad for us, but reading a statistic helps put a new spin on just how bad it can be for our teeth. A University of Michigan analysis of dental checkup data from the Third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey notes that adults who drink three or more sodas a day […]

You’ve spent nearly your whole life brushing and flossing your teeth and attending regular dental appointments in order to keep your mouth healthy. But there are plenty of reasons why you might want to go beyond these basic steps to achieve even better oral health in the new year. Whether you need to take additional […]

Chewing gum might seem like a simple pleasure these days, but its history is rich with innovation, culture, and surprising twists. Odd that a dentist might be talking about chewing gum? Not really! The history of the beloved confectionary companion is full of dentists. The roots of chewing gum can actually be traced back thousands […]

Stained or discolored teeth can turn an otherwise attractive smile into a an unsightly grin. Even though it may only be a cosmetic issue, it can also impact your ability to interact with the world at large. While there are two basic causes of discolored teeth, intrinsic (internal) and extrinsic (external), discolored teeth can also […]

That’s me. Smiling. What am I smiling about? It could be my dog sitting and wagging his tail while farting, any scene with ‘Bubbles’ from “The Trailer Park Boys,” or driving up to the toll booth to find the attendant has gone on a break and I don’t have to pay! Those are all things […]

Many people have asked me whether or not fruit is bad for your teeth. The answer is that it depends. We all know that the main reason people like fruit compared to vegetables is because of the sugar. The question is, does the sugar in fruit cause tooth decay? There are six main ways that […]

Your mother knew best when it came to bleeding after a tooth extraction.  But did you every wonder why that tea bag has the ability to stop bleeding?  Black tea contains tannin that stops the bleeding with just one application.  Tannic Acid is considered to be the most active of all vegetable astringents, and especially […]

Veterans Day honors ALL American veterans, both living and dead. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for dedicated and loyal service to their country. But on this day we it is nice to keep you’re your thoughts those who made the ultimate sacrifice to our country. LTJG Osborne was a […]