Dr. Howard Smith reviews the causes of acute ear infections, tells you why antibiotics are sometimes not necessary and why, at other times, they are never enough to cure the infection. He tells you when your child or grandchild needs a visit to an ear specialist. Dr. Smith tells you about a "miracle" electronic device which can tell you if your child has a significant ear problem saving needless visits to the doctor.  Listeners may contact Dr. Smith with questions or comments by e-mailing him at [email protected]. Dr. Smith's webpage is www.drhowardsmith.com.