Have you ever wanted to stick a metal rod through your tongue? We haven’t, but it is still a popular accessory used for self-expression. When debating the finer points of how socially acceptable a tongue piercing is, it’s also important to acknowledge how dangerous they can be. … [Read more...]
Safe, Silly, Sedation
As I sat down to write this informative post about Nitrous Oxide, I couldn’t help but be reminded of an absolutely hilarious and sweet video: David After Dentist (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txqiwrbYGrs). This video was posted by a father who was video-taping his son … [Read more...]
The Sweetest Obsession
Here in the United States, we are obsessed with all things sugar. The introduction of high-fructose corn syrup has led us to begin adding sugar to foods (and even non-foods) you wouldn’t think needed sugar. Certain drugs such as cough drops and cold syrup contain sugar as well as … [Read more...]
So your child wants a dog (or cat). Now what?
As kids grow up, many develop a love for animals. Many desperately hope for a special pet of their own. I’m a great example. We had all kinds of animals in our family growing up, and now I live on a ranch! We have 5 cats, 4 donkeys and 3 alpacas. But all these … [Read more...]
Kids play “doctor;” Why not “dentist?”
The other day, I was visiting a friend with a little boy the same age as my niece, Emily. The kids were in the back bedroom playing while we caught up on current events. After a much-too-long period of dead silence, we went to see what the kiddos were up to. … [Read more...]