Replacing your mercury fillings with a dental material that is more biocompatible and less toxic, is usually the goal of the vast...

I am a fairly organized person. So when my night guard went missing for a few days, I was a little concerned. Usually, it is in one of 2...

Root canal teeth are frowned upon in the holistic community. For those in the know, endodontically treated teeth are a source of chronic...

A recent study (published in PLOS ONE), has found that the amino acid L-arginine destroys the bacteria which cause cavities and gum...

As a dentist, I have seen many patients with significant jaw bone loss. This is not a good thing as it is a marker for loose teeth and...

Recently at a dental meeting, I met many colleagues who promote their practice as mercury-free. As such, they believe that they are also...

Tooth regeneration seems to be a big topic in the holistic dental community. As the work of Dr. Weston Price gets more popular, people...

Oral rinses have been around for centuries. They have been as simple as salt in water or as convoluted as mixed herbs in a vinegar base....

Just as the eyes are viewed as the window to the soul, the mouth is viewed as the window to the body. As a dentist with several decades...

As a holistic dentist, it is not uncommon to meet with many patients seeking an alternative opinion on their dental problems. Root canals...

Sodium bicarbonate (chemical formula NaHCO3), more commonly known as baking soda or bicarbonate of soda, is a naturally occurring...

When you practice in the holistic dental realm, you come across some unusual requests. Typically, patients want their teeth restored but...

The controversy around the use or non-use of toothpaste has been long standing. Much of this has to do with the obvious fluoride content...

Everyone has heard the adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. In the world of dentistry, this means regular check ups,...

Pregnancy is an exciting and hectic time in a woman’s life. It’s exciting because of all the expectations of having a baby. It’s hectic...

For those of you who aren't aware, periodontal (gum) disease is contagious. Since it is primarily a bacterial infection, you can give it...

I had a new patient come in for a Consultation the other day to discuss her dental health. She had seen several holistic dentists in the...

There are approximately 43 muscles in the human face. These muscles are important for showing emotions as well as speaking and eating. It...

There seems to be a mindset in conventional dentistry that wisdom teeth are superfluous. That they should be extracted at a young age...

I am sure that the word “fluoride” popped into your head when you read the title of this post, along with flossing, brushing and avoiding...