Q. I definitely don’t want a toothache. However, I am afraid of the drilling sound when my dentist cleans my teeth. What should I do?

A. Thanks to advanced dental technology, there is now air abrasive equipment that can remove decay. This latest technology, which replaces the drill, is silent, quick and painless. For more information, please contact your Burbank dentist.

Q. I think it’s cool to get my tongue pierced, but I’m hesitant about it because of safety issues. Is tongue piercing safe?

A. You can expect severe swelling after your piercing. It may also be hard for you to breathe, swallow or speak. Think about these before taking the risk.