I learnt a lot when reading the excellent book about tooth whitening techniques by Linda Greenwall (more info here: http://www.drchrisharper.co.uk/blog/book-review-tooth-whitening-techniques). One particular section that caught my attention was regarding the effect of whitening materials, like carbemide peroxide, on the structure of the tooth and common dental materials. Generally the evidence seems to suggest that there is no clear negative effect caused by whitening except for possibly in relation to amalgam. I know that material science is always improving but it was my understanding from what we were taught that once the amalgam was set it didn’t release mercury. So it is very interesting to hear that in some circumstances that isn’t true. Is the amount significant? That is hard to tell. Clearly needs more investigation.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4946001/
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Mindfulness and meditation have really grabbed my attention over the last 6 months. So much so that I have decided to spend a fair bit more time and attention on deepening my understanding of these topics. Recently I read and reviewed Altered Traits which discusses the science behind the positive benefits meditation can provide (here: http://www.drchrisharper.co.uk/blog/book-review-altered-traits ). I have followed that up with another book that has been highly recommended to me giving more detailed instructions on various meditation techniques available.
It is rare that I decide just to share the content of others but yesterday I listened to such a great podcast that I have decided to do just that.
Dr Jesse Green hosts the Savvy Dentist podcast and I have enjoyed a lot of his episodes over the past year. The episode I listened to yesterday was about how to generate personal referrals so that you are attracting a steady stream of new patients who trust you and are primed for accepting treatment. It really was excellent. Go here to listen for yourself: http://drjessegreen.com/stacey-brown-randall/ |
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