This is a very exciting time for dentistry. It seems like there’s always something new developing, from increased awareness about topics like the oral microbiome and the oral health / systemic health connection to scientific advances like the not-too-far-off application of stem cells for regrowing teeth. Today, let’s focus on ozone gas (which we feel…Read More
The Role of Oral Health in Developing and Reversing Cancer
The mouth and the rest of the body can influence each other in many different ways. Previously, we’ve explored the connection between our oral health and things like Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and autoimmune diseases. In this expert interview, we continue to explore the mouth/body connection as we chat with Dr. Véronique Desaulniers, DC (aka “Dr.…Read More
How to make a DIY remineralizing tooth powder (that really works)
Good news, DIY fans–we’ve heard your requests loud and clear! 🙂 In this article, we’ll explore how to make your own DIY remineralizing tooth powder. We’ll also introduce you to our newest offering, bulk bags of MCHA, to help you make your own tooth powder at home. This is the ‘secret sauce’ behind the remineralization…Read More
How to support your oral health during pregnancy and nursing
We’ve huddled many times on how you can stop children’s tooth decay and help your kids live a cavity-free life. So today, in honor of Mother’s Day, let’s explore some helpful strategies that any mom-to-be can apply to maintain optimal oral health during pregnancy and, at the same time, to also optimize the health of…Read More
The HealThy Mouth Blend’s Long Road to Organic Certification
We are officially THRILLED to share some big (we mean BIG) news with you today! After literally years of work towards this goal, we’re honored and excited to announce that our HealThy Mouth Blend is made from 100% (yep, 100%) certified organic ingredients, and it now proudly sports the official USDA certified organic logo!! Since…Read More
Essential oils – Are essential oils safe to use in the mouth?
Recently, there’s been a lot of online discussion about whether or not essential oils are safe to be used in the mouth. And for good reason. If the oral microbiome gets imbalanced, the health of the whole body can be compromised. The primary concern seems to center around whether or not using essential oils in…Read More
Is new stem cell tech the answer to healing existing cavities?
Navigating the path to optimal oral health seems to require that we keep one eye looking forward and the other looking in the rearview mirror. On one hand, we must identify what actions we can take to avoid future decay, like decreasing sugar intake, eating sufficient fat soluble vitamins, and managing stress. But there’s the…Read More
“So what exactly is ‘holistic oral health’ anyway?”
The internet is abuzz with holistic oral health information these days. But has anyone set down a clear definition of what exactly ‘holistic oral health’ means? After all, unless we have a clear understanding of what holistic oral health is (and isn’t), we risk just throwing around buzzwords and having a conversation that only…Read More
Holistic Oral Health – “What’s the difference between biological, functional and holistic dentistry?”
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a holistic dentist and a biological dentist? What about functional dentistry–what’s that all about? As we continue on our journey studying holistic oral health (25 years of learning and still going strong 🙂 ), we thought you might enjoy and benefit from hearing our ideas on…Read More
How to safely remove ‘silver’ mercury fillings (without damaging your brain)
In previous expert interviews, we have explored how to safely remove mercury as well as some of the diseases and health risks associated with mercury toxicity. Within the context of this very big subject, today let’s explore the essential safety steps your dental team should use while removing mercury amalgam fillings. As a foundation for…Read More