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05/03/2018 / By Derek Henry

The dangers of poor oral health and why conventional products and dentists often make it worse

There are estimations that eighty percent of disease begins in the mouth. This is not too hard to believe considering it is the most open orifice for various pollutants, most notably the highly processed and toxic food we ingest on a regular basis. This food not only can introduce dangerous pathogens into our oral cavity but it can […]

11/08/2017 / By Derek Henry

An unconventional approach to dental health that works

One of the greatest fears for most people is a trip to the dentist, especially if they know there is work to be done. The grinding, pulling, smells, and needles are not exactly a situation that drums up warm and cozy feelings. But it has to be done, right? Well, yes and no. If your […]

08/09/2017 / By Kristine Payne

9 Toxic ingredients found in your mouthwash … Are you accidentally ruining your teeth?

Mouthwash has been a crucial part of our oral hygiene habits for a number of years now, and in that time numerous ingredients have gone into the various brands of mouthwash lining grocery shelves. While some ingredients are relatively harmless, others aren’t. The bulk of mainstream mouthwashes are filled with unsafe chemicals and toxins that […]

11/29/2016 / By holisticdentistry

You Need This: A Holistic Dentist’s 5-Step Routine For Perfect Oral Hygiene

“The part can never be well unless the whole is well.” Plato Article by Dr. Karla Solis Like the rest of our body, our teeth and oral health systems are a living, changing environment. That is, by just treating from the outside alone (brushing and flossing), you won’t fix any of your oral problems unless […]

09/13/2016 / By holisticdentistry

Coconut Oil Pulling Benefits & How-to Guide

What is Oil Pulling? Article by Draxe.com Coconut oil pulling is one of the best ways to remove bacteria and promote healthy teeth and gums! It has taken quite some time, but oil pulling has finally gained some popularity in the United States. Used primarily in Ayurvedic medicine, oil pulling is a fantastic oral detoxification procedure that […]

08/30/2016 / By holisticdentistry

Oil Pulling, an Ancient Ritual That Requires People to Swish Oil in Their Mouth for Three to Five Minutes for Healthy Gums

Forget Listerine and Scope. Article by Jen Rini Phyllis Kelly grabs something else to cleanse her gums during her morning routine: olive oil. Yes, olive oil. Kelly keeps a squirt bottle of the oil in her bathroom. She pours a dollop in her mouth, of no specific measurement, and swirls it around her palate. While she’s rinsing, […]

08/09/2016 / By holisticdentistry

5 Ways to care for your teeth naturally

We are always looking for that perfect, pearly white smile, especially after seeing endless billboards and endorsed television adverts pushing the latest toothpaste, promising brighter teeth and everlasting fresh breath. (Article by Audrey Cheptoo) As we look right, some schools of thought are looking left, away from the conventional, towards alternative methods of healthcare and […]

08/02/2016 / By holisticdentistry

Oil Pulling: Benefits & Side Effects

Oil pulling is the practice of swishing or holding oils from plants in the mouth for long periods of time to produce health benefits. It is an ancient folk remedy that has been researched, and while not all of the claims of oil pulling enthusiasts are true, oil pulling does have its uses. (Article by […]

07/19/2016 / By D. Samuelson

Oil pulling can kill harmful bacteria in the mouth, according to studies

Oil pulling is a very simple health treatment that has been utilized as part of the Indian Aryuvedic practices for at least 5000 years. It was introduced to the West in 1992 by Ukrainian physician Dr. F. Karach. When he spoke at a USSR Academy of Science conference for oncologists and bacteriologists, Dr. Karach announced, according to Breathmd.com, that his personal daily action of oil pulling had “cured his leukemia and arthritis.” But that wasn’t […]

02/10/2016 / By Julie Wilson

Top 10 ways oil pulling can improve your health

Oil pulling, or rinsing your mouth with plant-based oil in an effort to rid your mouth and body of toxins, is an ancient folk remedy that first originated in India somewhere between 3,000 and 5,000 years ago. Along with chewing sticks and eating herbs, oil pulling is a component of natural healing processes described in […]

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