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11/03/2015 / By Vicki Batts

The real cause of rising medical costs

Amalgam dental fillings are one of the biggest culprits behind rising medical costs, but no one wants to talk about it. Mercury has long been recognized as a serious toxin. There is no legal “acceptable limit” of mercury declared by any health organization, because in even the tiniest amounts – mercury is still incredibly toxic. […]

10/28/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Is your chewing gum toxic?

Who doesn’t love a fresh piece of chewing gum? Thousands upon thousands of people chew gum every day, never once questioning what they are actually putting in their mouths. Most chewing gums actually contain hazardous chemicals and toxins. In fact, the FDA considers chewing gum an over-the-counter drug. One of the most dangerous substances in […]

10/27/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Healthy foods for healthy teeth

Everyone wants to have perfect, healthy teeth. Most people seem to think that means they need to buy expensive teeth whitening strips and toxic toothpastes. The truth is healthy teeth start with what you eat. We often forget that teeth are in fact a body part and not just an ornamental part of their smile. […]

10/20/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Professional tips for naturally whiter teeth

If you want a brighter, whiter smile but don’t like the idea of putting nasty chemicals in your mouth, then this is for you! While the dental industry wants us to believe that chemical ingredients that only they can provide will give us whiter smiles, there are actually tons of other natural options. Here are 7 […]

10/19/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Vitamin C for healthy gums and teeth

As if it wasn’t good enough for you already, vitamin C can help prevent gum disease and keep your pearly whites looking great too. If you have receding gums or tooth sensitivity, you might need to up the ante on your orange juice and banana intake. Vitamin C helps promote the production of collagen in your […]

10/16/2015 / By Vicki Batts

The natural approach to dental care

Did you know that tooth infections increase your risk for developing heart disease, inflammation and even cancer, or that root canals can harbor bacteria that leads to another, more serious infection? Most biological dentists would suggest immediate extraction of any teeth that have root canals to prevent harmful bacteria from entering the blood stream. While conventional […]

10/15/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Is your toothpaste toxic?

That “perfect smile” may be costing you your health. Many of the chemicals used in conventional dentistry products contain toxins that can lead to cancer, brain damage and much more. Fluoride, the most popular ingredient in tooth-related products, is a known neurotoxin and it induces bone loss! And we use this to brush our teeth? […]

10/13/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Whole body health starts in the mouth

Modern dentistry advocates the use of many toxic chemicals, most notably mercury and fluoride. Mercury is known for being extremely toxic to humans, and fluoride can damage your brain and bone tissue. Biological dentistry doesn’t just treat the mouth; biological dentists believe their practice is part of whole-body health. Many diseases begin in the mouth, […]

10/11/2015 / By Vicki Batts

How to have perfect teeth, naturally

Unsightly, and often unhealthy, plaque is a naturally occurring build-up on your teeth. Normally, it’s removed through regular brushing and flossing. Over time, plaque can become tartar – which is much harder to remove. Both can lead to infection and inflammation of the gums, and conditions like gingivitis. So how can you get rid of […]

10/09/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Your baby might have a cleft palate if you have amalgam dental fillings

According to a Scandinavian study, pregnant women who receive mercury amalgam dental fillings during their first trimester are more likely to give birth to children with isolated cleft palates. In fact, the odds were quadrupled, according to a seven-year study that involved 1,336 infants. The risks were even higher among women who had fillings placed […]

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