A story of redemption and Divine Mercy.
As a student...I saw hypnosis as a possible way for retaining total control during comfortable dental care…without drugs. And I was right.
So here’s the shocking truth about dental night guard appliances: a lot of ‘em don’t work and some of them do more harm than good (please never ever, ever, ever, buy one over the counter.)
A little story about Baby Boomers giving us Michael Bolton but also Invisalign, the coolest innovation in dentistry since Disco.
The New Year provides this Molar Jockey a great opportunity to clean the slate and create new possibilities.
Conquering Two Worlds!
This blog is about my inner Eddie Haskell and my coolest editor since "Bulldawg" Stephens.
You're never too old to ask Santa for a few favors ... especially if you've been really good.
Maybe the Business Universe and the Big Chamber in the sky are both finally tired of Temple City's lack of development.
The Mother of all SoCal windstorms gives this Molar Jockey reason to be grateful.
Another victory over the Bruins is just the right medicine for this Ozzie Nelson lookalike.
The last time I felt like a total heathen was back when I tried wearing jeans to the Oakmont Country Club Crab fest...but today I tasted wine…in Napa…with Mormons.
A rainy day in southern California can truly be the stuff from which transformation is born. And who knew what treasures await those who sweep, sort, and stack?
Something...someone...to be thankful for!
Mother Nature in all her splendor ..."Autumn Leaves" and "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas!" in beautiful Connecticut in a span of one magical day.
If the world is moving faster and faster, why am I always waiting?
This blog is about great music. Each week, I will describe and provide a link to a song that I feel is amazing in terms of song writing, soul, passion and artistry.
Who says you can't go home again? The Doc revisits Cal State LA.
A cautionary tale from the dentist about tongue-spearing.
A not-so-subtle look at "what makes the world go 'round" when it comes to love for the Golden Girls (and Boys) of Arcadia, and elsewhere.
Andy finally speaks up about "probably the most disastrous highway in the U.S.
There are some great people out there who want to make a difference for others just for the pleasure of doing it. If you look for ‘em, it seems like they’re everywhere.
Seeing the excellent film Moneyball (plus a virtual promise I made the Dalai Lama) got me to thinkin' about dental insurance programs...
A Letter to the Editor...."Confessions" of an ex-nail biter and now Amateur Blogger!
Who knew the Dalai Lama was a Trojan? And who knew he had some deep thoughts on individual dental insurance programs?
"I think I finally understand; I get it. And what is family dentistry if not a loving network of smiles from within?"
The posting is a part of CIEDM effort in September to promote community awareness of & actions on the special days for protecting our living environment & sustain our earth.
I hope at least one person will hear the message and avoid being the next casualty of a treatable illness.
My first blog for Patch.com! I'm sharing some extra secret background to introduce myself. And I reveal the process where, with some serious help from my Dad, I am now a Molar Jockey.
Only in the movies: "If you suddenly decide to spontaneously start dancing in the middle of the street, even perfect strangers you meet will join you, knowing all the right steps!" (Borrowed)
"Fairy Tales can come true, it can happen to you, if you're young at heart!" From the song "Young at Heart"
"Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forward." Soren Kierkegaard (1813-1855) Danish Philosopher and Writer
Into every life some rain must fall....
As the USC Football Season comes upon us, please remember to contact this Blogger only before or after The Game!
When it comes to family, it is all relative...
"The two greatest gifts you can give a child are roots and wings."
"Blogging is NOT for sissies!"
Looking for work after being laid off can be overwhelming emotionally, physically and socially. Developing a change of attitude can help you change your job search.