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Propolis: An All-Natural Do-It-All in Dentistry

Have you heard of bee glue for your teeth? As strange as that may sound, Propolis is a powerful gift of nature that is worth a second look. At Contemporary Dentistry, we are always seeking natural remedies to use for oral health and the research findings for propolis have been fascinating and show much [...]

More Evidence Linking Gum Disease and Dementia

For years, we have seen the signs linking gum disease with dementia, including Alzheimer’s. In 2018, the strongest link yet was established when researchers showed explicitly that compounds released by oral bacteria could actually damage brain tissue, making a direct link between gum disease and dementia. Now a [...]

Is Juice Good for Your Teeth?

The Washington Post recently ran an Op-Ed by diabetes specialists on the health dangers of fruit juice, which stand in marked contrast to the perception that juice is healthy. The authors did a good job of running down many of the risks related to fruit juice in terms of {{{{link id='2737' text='weight gain'}}}}, insulin surges, [...]

How an Unhealthy Mouth Can Lead to Weight Gain

You might blame your weight gain on what you’re putting in your mouth, but the truth might be that it’s your mouth that’s the problem. It’s an illustration of the complex, reciprocal relationship between {{{{link id='1957' text='oral health'}}}} and your overall health. From encouraging unhealthy behaviors to directly triggering weight gain, an unhealthy mouth [...]

Why Do We Need X-Rays From My Holistic Dentist?

One of the most common questions I hear from patients is, “You’re a holistic dentist, why do you want to take x-rays? I don’t think I need any more…” and perhaps you have found yourself saying the same thing. I believe a balanced approach that takes all factors into consideration could help us all [...]

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