How to Clean and Preserve Your Cast-Iron Skillet Cast-iron skillets have been utilized almost religiously for a long time, but they
start by heating it back up until you get a touch of smoke coming off the grease or stuck-on food. As the skillet heats up, turn on the tap and let it run as hot as possible. (Warning: Never run cold water over hot iron. You’ll crack the metal and ruin the skillet.) Rinse the hot skillet under the hot water. There will be a lot of steam, so be sure to lean back a little! Then, using a wood or silicone spatula (never metal — this will scratch the iron), remove all excess grease and food particles. They should come off like a breeze. If any food particles remain, it’s time to break out the salt. Once the skillet is cool, add about a tablespoon of coarse salt and one tablespoon of water. With a soft sponge, scrub away the leftover debris. Once the remaining particles are gone, rinse and dry thoroughly. To make sure your skillet is completely dry, set it back on a hot burner for a few minutes so that all leftover water drops evaporate. To maintain the nonstick surface of the skillet, you’ll need to complete a few more steps. Remove it from heat and use a lint-free rag to gently rub a tablespoon of vegetable oil (coconut and peanut oil work too) into the surface of the skillet. Cover all parts of the skillet, including the bottom and handle, with a thin layer of oil, and when you see that dull shine, it’s good to go! Every time you use your cast-iron skillet, follow these steps. It may sound like a bit of extra work, but your skillet will reward you with decades of delicious meals!
became especially popular at the beginning of the 20th century. In some families, a cast-iron skillet is passed down from parents to children to grandchildren — and for good reason: When properly cared for, a good cast-iron skillet can last for generations. There’s nothing quite like a classic breakfast of bacon and eggs right breakfast is over, you’re left with grease and other stuck-on food. But if you follow these steps, you’ll be left with a cast-iron skillet that’s good as new and ready for its next use. out of the iron skillet. The problem is, once
The best way to clean cast iron is to use heat. If you’ve let the skillet cool after cooking,
Dealing With the Unexpected
The Evolution of Dental Implant Therapy
development of innovative digital technology allows us to address problems from the past and avoid increasing a patient’s risk of periodontal disease when we place implants. To combat the negative consequences of cement decay, we perform restoration, and we’ve developed alternative materials to reduce issues. If a patient is showing osteo-surface deficiencies, we consider what would be the best treatment for them to reduce the risk of further issues. Because technology is constantly improving, continuing education for dentists is crucial. More than anything, as dentists, it’s vital that we remain up-to-date and proactive in the solutions we provide for our patients. It means constantly learning and relearning to find out what’s best for each patient. Education matters because you can’t diagnose what you don’t know, what you don’t see, and what you don’t understand. It’s why, at Livingston Dental, we’re always learning.
Sometimes the best-laid plans of mice and men go awry. You have the best intentions and have planned according to what you know, but things don’t quite work out the way you’ve planned them. A look at dental history tells us that dentistry is no exception. Many procedures can be life-changing for people, but in their early days, some came with unforeseen consequences. Dental implant therapy, for one, has evolved since those days, with extremely positive results. In its early days, the treatment sometimes had undesirable effects. It often lead to perio-implant disease because the cement used for implants would decay. Just like periodontal disease with teeth, perio-implant disease is a big issue for people and can lead to further periodontal issues. As clinicians, there are things we can do to take a preemptive approach to this issue. With the passage of time, we have a better understanding of how our attempts to solve problems with the best of intentions can present new challenges. Thankfully, the
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