One of the most vexing problems in dentistry nowadays revolves around the use of silver fillings (A.K.A. amalgams) in people’s mouths. The question is, do we really need to take out the old mercury-laden silver fillings for fear of health complications and find a replacement? Or are there better restorative dentistry options that don’t pose…
Dental health is a crucial part of your overall health, and it can have a great impact on the progress of recovery. Due to a lot of people having amalgam fillings, we want to discuss with you how they can have a great impact on your overall health in a negative way and how…
Holistic dentistry, also referred to as biological dentistry, takes into account a person’s entire state of physical and emotional health. Holistic dentists use natural therapies (sometimes in combination with conventional ones) to help prevent, diagnose and treat diseases in the mouth. How Did it Start Out? A lot of treatments for oral conditions and diseases…
According to the American Dental Association (ADA), one must visit a dentist on a regular basis. That is, every 6 months to be precise — at intervals determined by the dentist, of course. The ADA constantly reminds consumers that the frequency of their dental checkups should be customized by their dentists to help accommodate for…
A healthy mouth and a healthy body go hand in hand. Good oral hygiene and oral health can greatly improve your overall health, and lowering the risk of serious disease and perhaps even preserving your memory in your later years. The phrase “healthy mouth, healthy you” is really true – and it’s backed up by…
In conventional dentistry, when a tooth’s structure is compromised by drilling (to repair a cavity), a cascading failure is started which will ultimately end with the death of the tooth. When a tooth that’s been drilled and filled with cracks, dentist would often recommend to their patients an even more expensive, toxic and potentially lethal…
A Balanced Diet Works WondersHolistic Dentistry It is a blog that is more about the traditional and natural approach to oral health, and how it can benefit your entire well-being. Holistic Dentistry is a style of caring takes a highly preventive approach and always prioritizes looking beyond the symptoms to find the root cause of your…
In recent years, “holistic care” has turned into a health care trend all over the world. However, for some, this term isn’t just a trendy saying; it’s a way of commitment of helping people attain lifelong health and wellness. This is especially true when it comes to dental care. Traditional vs. Holistic Dentistry To better…