WE'RE #4!

While I was trying to fix our internet connection at home I ran across this story on MSN,
"The 14 worst-teeth Cities" . Naturally I had to look. According to this story published by TotalBeauty.com, Tulsa ranked #4.
Oklahoma as a whole ranked #6 for teeth loss.
I am not sure how accurate this article is; I just found it interesting. I am aware that Oklahoma does rank pretty high when it comes to tooth loss.
Here in SOONER land this wouldn't even be a good BCS ranking. OU is currently ranked #3 in the BCS poll. It's even worse when the ranking is talking about health of Oklahomans. Remember, your overall health is linked to your oral health. Once again, assuming the report is accurate.

What do you think?


Dr. Michael L Chandler practices Complete Family Dentistry in Edmond Oklahoma
1745 W 33rd, Ste A
Edmond, Ok 73013
405-330-4630
www.edmondsmiles.com

"Hey Doc, Does My Breath Stink?

The other day I entered one of my treatment rooms, greeted my patient and asked him if he had any questions before we got started. His reply, "Hey Doc, Does my breath Stink?' It was hard for me to keep a strait face without laughing. I have been asked by dozens of patients about bad breath but none have asked me so bluntly. My patient and I had a discussion about halitosis or bad breath and I wanted to share a few causes and potential remedies for bad breath.

Some Causes of Bad Breath

• Diet- The foods we eat are absorbed into the bloodstream and enter the lungs where it is expelled. i.e Garlic Breath
• Dry Mouth-Saliva is necessary to help rid the mouth of particles that may cause bad breath
• Tobacco
• Medical Disorder- Disorders like Diabetes, GI problems, and local infections can cause bad breath
• Poor Oral Hygiene

Things That Can Help With Bad Breath

• Maintaining Good Oral Health
• Visit your dentist for regular cleanings
• Brushing at Least twice a day
• FLOSSING
• Brushing or Scrapping your tongue

Dr. Michael L Chandler, Complete Family Dentistry

1745 W 33rd St, Ste A Edmond, Ok 73013

405.330.4630

www.edmondsmiles.com

Score One for My Faith in Humanity!

When was the last time you were asked for your ID when using a debit or credit card? If your experience is similar to mine, I would imagine the answer would be rarely. Recently I went to work out with a buddy and it almost killed me. Apparently I went to 7 Eleven after the workout to buy a cold drink. I paid cash for my drink went home and passed out. The following day i needed to make a purchase for the office and noticed that I did not have my wallet. I thought no big deal, I must have left my wallet at home. After searching everywhere I deemed my wallet as being lost. The thought of cancelling all of my credit cards, getting a new drivers and fishing license gave me a stomach ache. Hey, a fishing license is important!
More importantly, since people don't ID you anymore, I started to think of the thousands of dollars someone could ring up if I didn't cancel my cards quick.
This morning i decided to call the 7 eleven just to see if some one had turned a wallet in. What's the chances of that. Well, I guess the chances were pretty good that day. They had my wallet and I was able to pick it up today. And yes, everything was in it.
I know I was fortunate to get my wallet back and hope to never loose it again.
What I was able to take from this was a renewed spirit about integrity and honesty.
I have no idea who turned my wallet in but, Thank You.

Dr. Michael L Chandler
Complete Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
1745 W 33rd, A
Edmond, Ok 73013
405.330.4630
www.edmondsmiles.com