My millennial patients and Facebook friends ask me about various dental fades that they see on social media. These products show off amazing results by various “new” dental products and claim superior results over trusted dental brands. Social media influencers sell these products to unsuspecting followers to make a quick buck. These products have no true merit with regards to Their claims and they often can cause serious harm with long term use.

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One trait that I adore about the human condition is Dunbar’s number. This number at its core demonstrates the capacity one person has to build strong emotional communal bonds within a group of people. This average number is about 100-150 people and it includes family, friends, colleagues and business associates. Our ability to empathize with the people on a small scale keeps us human, we can empathize and love one another in our group with ease.

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