Special Senses Conditions

The special senses include the eyes, ears, the sense of taste and hearing, the sense of smell, and the skin. Because these are very specialized organs, unique problems and symptoms can develop. We cover the most common syndromes and conditions affecting the special senses.

Articles:

Is Fluoride Really As Safe As You Are Told?

submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 2/9/2002
Fluoride is added to the water supply of most American cities for the ostensible purpose of dental hygiene. The reader will be amazed to find out that such a thing is not only unlikely, but actually the reverse of the ongoing reality The U.S. has been fluoridating drinking water for so many decades that we hardly think about it. Very few articles appear about fluoridation in newspapers and magazines any more. At least chlorine will evaporate from a glass of water if you let it sit for an hour or so. No such luck with fluoride. Even cooking, food processing, filtration, or digestion doesn't remove fluoride. Goes right up the food chain. Accumulates in fat cells.

What is a Root Canal?

submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 6/16/2005
In the past, injured or diseased teeth frequently had to be removed. Today, they often can be saved through endodontic treatment. Also known as a root canal treatment, this procedure may be performed by a general dentist or a specialist called an endodontist.

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