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Mercury-free fillings are a very controversial subject, as many dentists recommend them despite the associated dangers. There have been differing opinions about the use of mercury-free fillings, however, holistic and natural dentists strongly oppose them due to the proven connection between the body and mouth and the negative effects of mercury on health.When considering different…

A holistic dentist adopts alternative dental practices, typically favoring natural remedies. They believe in the principles that guide holistic medicine, meaning they believe dental health is connected to overall health.Holistic dentists have the same qualifications as general dentists and usually specialize in preventative dentistry. However, they typically offer natural treatment options or combine them with…

Dental tongue tie treatment offers many benefits, and it is necessary when tongue tie does not resolve itself naturally. It is helpful to understand how a biological dentist can treat tongue tie in the least invasive manner possible to decide if you should visit a dentist to see if treatment is right for you. Even though…

Your airway health (or dysfunction) may have a significant impact on your overall health and sleep quality. Complete health dentistry focuses on whole-body health and offers solutions to certain issues faced by adults and children. Even if you are unsure of having airway problems, you may still be dealing with the effects.Airway health is important…

Sleep apnea is a medical condition that affects a lot of people each night. The symptoms can cause serious problems for patients if they go ignored. Some of the symptoms include snoring, shortness of breath or an inability to breathe throughout the night.Want to learn more about sleep apnea? In this article, we discuss what…

What is the first thing you do when you return home from outside? Taking off your shoes, perhaps and immersing yourself with a comfort of your sweet home I suppose. It is customary to say going bare feet is most comfortable. But why do we put on at least a flip flop if not a…

In biologic dentistry, it is common to hear that the health of the mouth is connected to the health of the rest of the body. Because our mouths are the gateway to the entire body, having a healthy mouth can help to reduce sickness or infection. On the other hand, an infected mouth is more…

Tongue tie therapy is necessary whenever an individual suffers from tongue tie, which is excess tissue in the oral cavity—medically known as frenulum. The excess tissues can make it difficult to eat, smile, speak and even sleep. Over time, these problems can become worse and worse, which is why tongue tie therapy is so essential. Traditionally,…

Do you think you get enough sleep but wake up exhausted and foggy-headed as if you did not get enough? You may assume you have insomnia or are stressed out, but you might have UARS, or upper airway resistance syndrome. This article covers treatment available in biological dentistry for the condition.UARS, like obstructive sleep apnea…

The disruption of the natural sleeping cycle by snoring, grinding and gritting teeth, or clenching the jaw is frequently one of the early warning symptoms of sleep apnea and sleep disordered breathing. The snorer is most often unaware that they are experiencing sleep disruption. Snoring might keep your bed partner awake, but it can also…

Holistic dentistry focuses on whole body wellness. This means that the dentists make an effort to examine the health of the entire body, not just the oral cavity. The connection between the oral cavity and body is far greater than what is typically focused on, which is why there is an emphasis on whole body…

When concerned about using harmful metals or chemicals in a current dental plan, it may be time to consider holistic dentistry. While all dentists aim to help treat their patients and their conditions, holistic dentistry has taken their approach a step further. Some people believe that holistic dentists must be practicing a lesser or more…