Natural dentist Bonney Lake might be more important than you think! Let's be real - visiting the dentist isn't anyone's idea of a fun time. Just thinking about that awful drill whirring away is enough to make your palms sweat! And if you've ever felt uneasy about the...
While not directly related, there is a definite correlation and connection between mental health and oral hygiene. Learn more and get the info here!
Traditional and holistic dentistry can be wildly different. Learn what sets holistic dentistry apart here!
Tongue tied? A short or tight frenulum can impede jaw development, leading to an increased risk for developing obstructive sleep apnea.
Though the American Dental Association (ADA) affirms that the mercury contained in these fillings is safe due to it’s combination with various types of metals, there have been reports over the years of mercury poisoning in patients and dental staff as a result of these fillings. So what are the dangers of mercury, and what can be done if you already have amalgam?
Teeth grinding can make our teeth hurt, wear, fracture, and even die for “no reason.” It can cause dental work to fail and can even lead to TMJ (jaw joint) pain, neck pain and headaches. So how do we get out of the grind? It may not be what you think!
If you had size 7 feet, would you squeeze your feet into a size 6 sandal? That would be silly! Even if the sandal looked pretty, it simply does not fit. So what do you do? If your toes were sticking out, you would change the sandal – not your foot! Similarly, the best solution to straightening crowded teeth is to correct the size of the jaw – not to remove healthy teeth.
You might want to think twice before leaving teeth for the tooth fairy under your pillow! You might need it!
As a holistic dental care provider, I constantly ask myself: “Is what I am recommending going to cause a burden to the immune system?” While we cannot eliminate all toxins, I believe it is wise to make choices that minimize body burden.
When it is time for amalgam restorations to be removed, there are safety protocols that can reduce your exposure to mercury vapors. One of the most important protocols is that the patient has an external oxygen source to prevent breathing in mercury vapors as they are released during the removal process.
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