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5 Tips for Healthier Gums in 2012

Sunday, December 18th, 2011

5 tips for healthier gums in 2012It’s that time of year, Miami!  It’s time to reflect in the ups and downs of the previous year and turn to the coming year with excitement and open arms.  The transition into the New Year can be symbolic of rebirth and a time to recommit oneself to the pursuit of a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle.  Gum disease is one of the most common yet misunderstood oral conditions known.  An estimated 30% of individuals are genetically predisposed to developing gum disease, and it is the number one reason for tooth loss in Americans age 30 and over (i).  Despite these overwhelming numbers, there is a simply way to build strong and resilient health in the gums.

Building a Foundation for Healthy Teeth

Healthy gums are important for at least two major reasons.  First, the soft tissue of the gums serves as a gateway through which the rest of the inner body may be reached.  This is beneficial when it comes to the breakdown and absorption of nutrients, as the gums allow vitamins, minerals, and water to pass quickly into the bloodstream.  This can be detrimental, however, when the particles happen to be malicious bacteria.  In the latter case, healthy gums are needed to ward off bacteria to prevent infection, agitation, and swelling.

 

Second, the gums provide a thick and supportive layer in which teeth reside.  Taking proactive steps towards building strong and healthy gums will, in turn, help to create strong and healthy teeth for life.

 

Assure a Smile proudly presents the following 5 Tips for Healthier Gums in 2012:

 

1. Brush Twice Daily

It is the oldest rule in the unwritten book of oral hygiene, but it is nevertheless important to restate:  Brush twice daily!  Brushing food particles away from the teeth is influential in preventing cavities, but did you know it is effective in preventing gum disease too?  Paying close attention to the food particles that find their way along the gum line is of particular importance, as removing these particles is instrumental in preventing the formation of bacteria and disease.

 

2. Floss Between the Teeth

Flossing teeth is just as important as brushing them.  To floss the teeth, take a piece of oral dental floss that is about 12-14 inches in length.  Wrap each side around the index finger of the right and left hands, and hold the floss in place with the thumbs.  Next, gently slide the floss down the vertical face of one tooth, across the gap, and up the vertical face of the proceeding tooth.  This is to be done between each tooth, removing stray food particles that brushing may have missed.

 

3. Drink Water

Drinking water is one of the easiest things an individual may do to prevent tooth decay and gum disease.  Water helps to wash food from between the teeth and gums and back towards the throat, where it is swallowed and ingested.  Drinking plenty of water before, during, and after each meal will help prevent food particles  from getting stuck in the teeth, which in turn prevents the formation of plaque, bacteria, decay, and disease.

 

4. No Smoking

Smoking is extremely hazardous to overall health.  Smoking has very specific effects on oral health as well, most notably because it creates a “dry” mouth where the incidence of decay and infection are heightened.

 

5. Dental Cleaning

Perhaps the most important means to maintaining healthy gums in 2012 is to have your teeth and gums cleaned by a Miami dental professional.  For children, it is recommended a cleaning takes place every 6 months.  Young adults and parents, on the other hand, benefit most from seeing a Miami dentist every 4 months.  It is important to schedule regular dental cleanings for at least two reasons.  First, a professional dental cleaning removes plaque buildup from along the gum line that might otherwise be unable to be cleaned (at home).  Second, dental cleanings present an opportunity for a dental professional to fully examine the teeth and gums to ensure all is well.  Things may not always be well, however, and it is important to see dental professional often so small problems may be treated before becoming large problems.

Assure a Smile: Miami’s Home for Holistic Dentistry

Assure a Smile welcomes Miami residents to experience holistic dentistry firsthand!  Now, new patients may receive a full cleaning and holistic wellness consultation for just $199.  Cleaning and consultation at Assure a Smile exceeds those of traditional practices by covering all major aspects of holistic dental health:  TMJ scan, full dental x-rays, cleaning, digital photographs, and a one-on-one holistic wellness consultation.

 

Miami residents:  schedule an appointment with Assure a Smile online or call our front desk direct at 305-274-0047.

(i) http://www.perio.org/consumer/f1.html

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The Link: Cardio and Oral Health

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

The Link: Cardio and Oral HealthHolistic dentistry professionals know that overall health is intricately tied to oral health.  Several studies have linked heart disease and gum disease, showing that the same bacteria that infect the gums may also lead to cardiovascular disease.  With this in mind, dental professionals are increasingly urging patients to consider the “big picture” when it comes to overall health, and it means more than just brushing twice a day!

 

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Holistic dentistry is not a fad.  The idea that the mouth reflects the overall health of the body originated many years ago with Traditional Chinese Medicine.  You may explore these tooth-body connections right here on Assureasmile.com—simply visit our Meridian Tooth Chart to learn more about how the health of each individual tooth is often associated with the health of corresponding organs, glands, and other body systems!

 

Our Miami dental practice encourages patients to consider the ways in which everyday decisions impact overall health.  The Meridian Tooth Chart is one way to explore such relationships.  Another way is to keep up with the latest in holistic wellness research, studies, and news.  Of course, you may do that right here via the Miami Dentist Blog!  Simply Subscribe to our RSS Feed and you will be updated weekly with new wellness articles as they are published!

Oral Health Linked to Cardiovascular Health

The Miami Dentist Blog has covered the link between cardiovascular health and oral health in several different articles.  The bottom line:  the mouth serves as a gateway between the inside of the body and the outside world.  Bacteria enter the mouth each day, and most of the time our body effectively protects us from harm.  Sometimes, however, our oral defense system may fall into disrepair.  When this happens, bacteria may be free to enter the body and cause serious harm.  The easiest way for this to happen:  Through a mouth infected with gum disease.

 

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, occurs when one of the following areas becomes infected:  alveolar bone (jawbone), periodontal fibers (the ligaments that attach teeth to the jawbone), cementum (calcified surface of the root of a tooth, or the gingival (gums).

 

Bacteria may make its way into the bloodstream after the gums are infected.  “Microbes found in the gums hit the bloodstream,” explains Dr. Winthrop Carter.  The Chairman of Periodontology at the Oregon Health and Science University goes on to explain “they go through the blood vessels, creating a response where the walls of the blood vessels thicken,” (i).  While there is still no strict evidence of a causal relationship, data suggests that those with periodontal disease are almost twice as likely to develop Coronary artery disease.

Miami Dentist Recommends Running

Yes, brushing twice daily will help to prevent plaque buildup, tooth decay, and periodontal disease.  However, extending the life of your heart may be accomplished outside of the bathroom as well.  Running is just one all-natural and entirely free way to increase overall cardiovascular health.  Studies show that regular cardiovascular exercise, like walking or running, may lower blood pressure and help arteries maintain their natural elasticity.  What’s more, running may reduce stress and the corresponding need for sugary snacks that stress often produces.

 

Patients are urged to consult their health care professional prior to engaging in physical activity, however.  Afterwards, local Miami residents may join a Group Run hosted by Coconut Grove’s Tri Jungle.  Tri Jungle hosts group runs each Monday at 7pm!

Miami Dentistry:  Taking the Holistic Approach

Patients interested in taking the holistic approach to dentistry are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the Assure a Smile Miami Dentist office.  Located adjacent to Baptist Hospital on Kendall Drive, the professionals at Assure a Smile are committed to delivering superior quality of service with an emphasis on patient education and overall health awareness.  New patients may contact Assure a Smile online or schedule an appointment via telephone at 305-274-0047!

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Assure a Smile Exclusive: Potassium and Heart Health

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011

miami dentist exlusive sodium potassiumAs the center of the circulatory system, the heart is often hailed as one of our most vital organs.  Function would not be possible without this involuntary pump, which sends oxygenated blood throughout the body to facilitate everything from basic muscle movements to complex mental cognitions.  When it comes to extending the life of you heart, new research suggests that the mineral Potassium is just what the doctor ordered.

 

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

As a Holistic Dentistry practice, Assure a Smile goes to great lengths to help patients stay on top of health news and medical research.  We believe that “staying in the know” is a critical component of making informed health decisions.  In this edition of the Miami Dentist Blog, we will explore new research that explains the role of Potassium in increasing overall heart health.

Sodium, Potassium, and the Heart

Yesterday, the Wall Street Journal reported on a study lead by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention that has been a whopping 15 years in the making.  Throughout the study, researchers followed over 12,000 participants and measured the diet and cardiovascular health of each.  In short, the study showed that (i):

 

1. High Sodium intake was associated with a higher rate of premature death from any cause, and

 

2. High Potassium intake was associated with a lower rate of premature death from any cause.

 

Researches took the study further, however, in an attempt to examine the specific relationship between sodium intake, potassium intake, and overall heart health.  They found that:

 

1. Sodium intake alone was not tied with higher premature death rates,

 

2. High Potassium intake was linked with a lower incidence of heart related fatalities, and finally

 

3. Consuming more Potassium than Sodium significantly reduced premature death.

The Sodium-Potassium Ratio

In the wake of the Center for Disease Control’s most recent findings, it is safe to assume that decreasing Sodium intake while increasing Potassium intake may help prevent the chances of developing high blood pressure, heart problems, and even premature death.

 

To do so, researchers suggest that adults reduce daily Sodium intake to about 2,300 milligrams (about a teaspoon of salt) while increasing Potassium intake to about 4,700 milligrams per day.  Some of the best sources for Potassium include:

 

Potatoes, 700-900 milligrams per serving

Spinach, 500 milligrams per each 100-gram serving

Prune Juice, 528 milligrams per 6 oz serving

Raisins, 598 milligrams per ½ cup serving

Bananas, 422 milligrams

Miami Dentist Blog Related Articles on Heart Health

Our Miami Dentistry Office has produced numerous online articles to help patients proactively increase their heart-healthiness.  The following articles are recommended for those patients interested in learning more about the health of the heart and the circulatory system from a holistic wellness perspective:

 

Holistic Dentistry Links Periodontitis with Heart Disease:  Periodontitis, better known as gum disease, is an infection that afflicts the gum tissue of the oral cavity.  Leading researchers say that the same bacteria that causes Periodontitis may also cause heart disease.

 

Holistic Wellness and Brown Rice:  The health benefits of brown rice are plentiful!  In this edition of the Miami Dentist Blog, read more about this healthy carbohydrate’s ability to reduce blood pressure.

 

A Heartfelt Plea for Mercury Filling Removal:  Dental amalgam, or traditional silver fillings, contain dangerously high levels of mercury.  Join the Miami Dentist Blog for this article on mercury poisoning and the cardiac system.

 

Miami Dentist Asks Patients About Heart Disease:  University of Minnesota Professor Mark Herzberg shares research with the American Association for the Advancement of Science on the link between gum disease and heart disease.

 

Dentistry News:  Brushing Habits Tied to Heart Health:  Are you brushing and flossing regularly?  If not, you may be placing your heart at risk!

 

(i) http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304584404576440233075168872.html?mod=googlenews_wsj

 

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Miami Dentistry News Update: Gum Disease May Cause Anemia

Monday, May 9th, 2011

miami-dentistry-news-gum-disease-may-cause-anemiaThe Miami Dentist Blog has covered the relationship between oral health and wellness extensively.  We’ve explored studies that previously have shown gum disease to increase risk of heart disease.  We’ve also discussed the importance of holistic stress management, and the ways it helps to strengthen immunity to disease and overall health.  Now, recent research shows a possible connection between gum disease and the blood disorder anemia.  It is alarming, providing yet another word of caution to patients who do not take care of their teeth and gums on a daily basis.

 

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

The dangerous nature of gum disease is in the news again.  This time, researchers in Britain say gum disease triggers chronic inflammation that may significantly contribute to decreased red blood cell count, or anemia.  The study has been published in the Journal of Periodontology at the end of this past April, reigniting interest in gum disease and its effect on the rest of the body.  Findings show that patients with chronic gum disease exhibit red blood cell counts significantly below normal levels (i).

 

Further investigation points an accusatory finger at inflammation, or swelling.  Gum tissues become swollen, and often times bloody, in response to the influx of bacteria caused by gum disease.  Inflammation of the gums causes a drop in erythropoietin production, a hormone primarily responsible for controlling red blood cell production (ii).  Red blood cell production decreases, leading to the development of anemia in individuals with gum disease.

Miami Dentist Cautions Patients to Get Proactive

Of course, the best way to avoid both chronic gum disease and the serious illnesses it can trigger is to get proactive!  No—we are not talking face wash here.  We are talking about actively taking care of your teeth and gums, rather than re-actively brushing harder after your dental exam uncovers a few cavities (Side note:  Never brush ‘hard.’  While tooth enamel is incredibly strong, your gums are not.)

 

Proper tooth and gum care include the following:

 

Proper nutrition: Eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to satiate hunger and help suppress your natural sweet tooth.  Eating fewer sugary foods means there’s less to clean off your teeth, a win-win in terms of overall wellness and proactive oral hygiene.

 

Regular brushing: Individuals should brush their teeth twice each day, at a minimum.  Some may find it beneficial to brush a third time at mid-day, cleaning food debris from the teeth and gums following lunch or late-afternoon snacks.

 

Flossing: This is perhaps the most underappreciated and under practiced of all oral hygiene acts.  Flossing extracts the food particles that regular brushing cannot.  Failing to do so prompts the growth of plaque, bacteria, tooth decay, and gum disease.  It’s a slippery slope, so be sure to floss daily!

Holistic Dentistry:  Looking at the Big Picture

Holistic dentistry is characterized by its belief in the interconnected nature of the human body.  The oral cavity in particular plays a vital role in the delivery of oxygen, water, and other nutrients to the rest of the body.  In this way, the health of tooth and gum tissues tells a story about the overall health of the body.  Signs of poor hygiene, stress, and destructive habits are reflected through the mouth.  Holistic dental professionals are highly educated in identifying and diagnosing such signs, arming them with knowledge to help patients regain control of their health.

 

Schedule an appointment with Assure a Smile and learn firsthand how a holistic dental exams differ from traditional check ups.  Take advantage of our New Patient Cleaning Special and receive a full TMJ scan, professional teeth cleaning, dental x-rays, digital photos, and a comprehensive one-on-one holistic wellness consultation.

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Perio Protect and Gum Disease

Tuesday, January 18th, 2011

miami-dentist-perio-protect-gum-diseaseProper gum care starts at an early age.  Eating well, brushing, and flossing are all habits we’re smart to learn at a young age.  Sometimes, though, poor hygiene gets the better of us.  After some time, the accumulation of plaque can breed gum disease.  Have you noticed sharp pains in your gums?  This could be a sign that you need to see a Miami dentist soon.


Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Our Valentine’s Invisalign Special is already generating buzz, but we nonetheless must turn our attention to a growing concern for many adults:  gum disease.  This disease affects a large population of Americans, leading to severely infected gums and tooth loss.  Moreover, a growing body of research links this disease with other serious health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory disease (i).

A Gum Disease Overview

Health professionals often refer to gum disease as periodontal disease.  This disease is bacterial, resulting from negligent tooth and gum care.  Most commonly, food particles that are left untouched form plaque between the teeth and along the gum line.  Once this plaque forms, swarms of bacteria breed, feeding on the plaque to grow and reproduce.  These bacteria do not stay on the surface, however.  They dive into the gums, affecting the roots of the teeth, spreading to the jawbone if left untreated.  Once bacteria forms and begins to infect the gums, patients may experience:

  1. Swelling of the gums, at or around the site of the infection.
  2. Bleeding of the gums around the gum line, usually noticeable when brushing.
  3. Sharp sensations of pain in the gums surrounding the affected area.
  4. Receding gums.
  5. An uncomfortable bite, signaling that teeth have separated from on another due to gum loss.

Perio Protect Treatment

Perio Protect is a system developed specifically to combat gum disease.  Over time, Perio Protect has the ability to reverse the signs of gum disease.  Depending on the severity of the condition, proper use of the Perio Protect system may fully restore gums to their natural condition.  Proper use of the system happens in two phases.


Phase one consists of a deep cleaning to remove existing plaque and tarter from the enamel of the tooth at the gum line.  The scope of a deep cleaning is much greater than that of a normal dental cleaning and is typically more time consuming.  It is well worth the time, however.  A deep cleaning has the potential to remove most of the plaque that accumulates and leads to gum disease.


Phase two marks the beginning of the Perio Protect portion of the treatment.  Your Miami dental professional will take impressions of your teeth and create a pair of custom mouth trays to fit securely around the teeth of your upper and lower jaw.  Once these trays are created, your dentist will prescribe a solution of antibacterial oxidants specifically formulated to combat your periodontal infection.  Clinical research indicates that the oxidative chemical structure of the Perio Protect prescription solution significantly reduces the biofilm on teeth (ii).


Translation:  This stuff works.


For more information on treating gum disease with the Perio Protect system, contact your local dentist in Miami today!


(i) http://www.perio.org/consumer/disease_facts.htm

(ii) http://www.perioprotect.com/research.asp

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4 Ways to Prevent Gum Disease

Tuesday, December 28th, 2010

miami-dentist-4-ways-prevent-gum-diseaseSuffering with bleeding, puffy, or agitated gums is not normal.  In fact, these are 3 telltale signs of periodontal disease.  Known most commonly as gum disease, this condition causes chronic bad breath, a receding gum line, and eventually loss of teeth.  Take steps now, and you may be able to reverse this terrible condition under the supervision of a local dentist in Miami.


Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Gum disease is more common than you may think.  Alarmingly, this horrific condition affects nearly 85% of all Americans.  Signs of gums disease include puffy, bleeding, and agitated gums.  Agitation is most common after consuming food, when tiny particles are wedged between the molars of the upper and lower jaw.  Individuals may also notice blood in their saliva when brushing their teeth in the morning or at night.  Should you encounter any of these signs of infection, consult a Miami dentist immediately.  Additionally, consider the following 5 precautions in safeguarding against gum disease:


1) Brush and Floss Nightly—it takes only 48 hours for bacteria to infect the gums.  If you go to sleep with food particles in the nooks and crevices in your teeth, you give bacteria a winning chance of festering and infecting your gums.


2) Schedule regular dental cleanings—adults should schedule a dental cleaning about ever 4 months, and children every 6.  By visiting a dental professional regularly, you are able to stay on top of the development and removal of plaque from your teeth.


3) Choose Invisalign if you are getting braces—traditional metal braces have wires and brackets that are permanently cemented to the facades of the teeth.  This hardware can be difficult to clean, and may lead to increased bacteria and plaque cultivation.  When choosing braces, opt for a removable solution like Invisalign clear braces. Patients who use removable braces like Invisalign are better able to keep their teeth and gums clean.


4) Treat Problem Areas with Perio Protect—infected areas may be treated with medicated solutions like Perio Protect.  This system includes two custom made trays to fit the patient’s teeth and treat the gum line with prescription strength medication to slow and combat developing gum disease.

Gum disease is one of the most common and harmful oral infections among Americans.  When left untreated, gum disease can cause loss of teeth and has recently been linked with heart disease.  Should you experience signs of gum disease, particularly bloody saliva, consult a dentist in Miami immediately.  The Perio Protect system is just one effective means of treatment that is available through your local dental professional.

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Miami Invisalign Treatment for Overcrowded Teeth

Monday, October 18th, 2010

dentist-miami-invisalign-treatement-overcrowded-teethOvercrowded teeth is a common condition among children and young adults.  Take caution:  it is rarely a good idea to remove one tooth to make room for the rest.  Instead, using treatment plans like Invisalign clear braces will help to straighten teeth into parallel alignment, creating a beautiful smile that is more easily cared for.


Comments by Dr. Tedd Herrmann:

As a holistic dentistry practice, Assure a Smile believes in preserving the smiles of our patients as much as possible.  This means no excessive drilling, no dangerous chemical treatments, and never removing a tooth unless it is absolutely necessary.

When it comes to treating patients with overcrowded teeth, we recommend the Invisalign clear braces system because it is convenient, gentle, and effective.  What’s more:  using Invisalign clear braces to realign overcrowded teeth will make your teeth easier to clean, decreasing your chances of developing plaque and gum disease.

Prevent Gum Disease with Invisalign

True, braces help straighten teeth to create beautiful smiles.  However, the benefit of braces is not solely aesthetic.  Gum disease prevention is another upside to reshaping overcrowded teeth that many patients fail to consider when weighing the pros and cons of orthodontic treatment.

When teeth are overcrowded, it simply means they grow so close to one another that they overlap.  Sometimes this overlapping causes the teeth to grow crookedly, though the teeth usually remain functional.  However, overlapping teeth create an ideal place for food particles to get trapped when eating.  To make matters worse, it is increasingly difficult to brush and floss these food particles away because they are so deeply wedged within the overlapping areas of the teeth.

When food particles remain trapped between teeth, a film of plaque forms along the enamel, creating an ideal environment for bacteria to breed.  Once this happens, infection may occur within as little as 48 hours.  Prolonged infection over many years leads to gum disease, a serious oral health problem that causes swollen and bloody gums, gum recession, and even loss of teeth.

It is important to consider straightening overcrowded teeth not only for appearance reasons, but to make your teeth easier to clean as well.  Assure a Smile is a proud Miami Invisalign provider that has helped many patients create healthy long-lasting smiles with clear, comfortable, and conveniently removable braces.

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Holistic Dentistry Links Periodontitis and Heart Disease

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Miami Dentist Periodontitis and Heart DiseaseMiami dentists are urged to identify and treat periodontitis cases as soon as possible to lessen the risk of heart disease.  This holistic concern has risen in the wake of recent scientific inquiries into the long known correlation between gum disease and heart disease.


The heart and mouth share relatively little physical proximity in the human body.  While both are instrumental in the breakdown and delivery of both oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, each has conventionally been thought of as exclusive and to have little affect on the other.  Recent studies conducted at the University of Minnesota, however, have identified bacteria that link periodontitis, a common gum disease resulting from poor oral hygiene, to the blood clots that cause Coronary Heart Disease.


Mark Herzberg, Professor at the University of Minnesota, addressed the 150th meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science with the declaration “now we show a potential biological reason [for the correlation].”  Professor Herzberg’s studies originated as a follow-up to several alarming studies conducted in the 1990s that showed those with periodontitis were twice as likely to develop Coronary Heart Disease.


The correlation between periodontal and heart disease, as linked by Professor Herzberg’s study, is most likely causal.  Using rabbits, proven models for testing human heart disease hypotheses, Herzberg and his colleagues were able to show that dental plaque’s bacteria caused blood clots within minutes of being released into the bloodstream.  The chronic inflammation that this plaque causes in the gums is further conjectured to cause the very same swelling that leads to the build-up of plaque in arteries.  These swollen and constricted arteries, in turn, lead to heart disease.

The link between periodontal disease and heart disease has been further supported by recent studies at the University of Kiel in Germany.  As research mounts, both doctors and dental professionals urge adults to schedule regular examinations to catch either disease as early as possible.


Dental professionals recommend adults brush and floss daily to rid their teeth of the plaque that daily food consumption leaves embedded in their teeth and gums.  This plaque provides an environment for bacteria—like the bacteria that has been increasingly linked to heart disease—to live, grow, and reproduce.


In light of these recent worldwide research findings, it is more important than ever for adults to recognize the interconnectivity of the human body.  Like a pocket watch, the human body is comprised of several finely tuned pieces that flow into one another.  No piece can turn, tick, or move without affecting another piece of the complex infrastructure that comprises the human body.


At Assure a Smile, Miami’s leading holistic dental practice, this assertion of bodily interconnectivity is placed at the forefront of patient interaction.  Great strides are taken to ensure each patient is educated in how the body is connected mentally and physically, as well as how such connections manifest themselves.  Scheduling an appointment with Miami dentist Ted Herrmann is the first of many steps in a journey holistic education and self-discovery.  Young adults ages twenty to thirty are passionately encouraged to consider the holistic nature of the human body as well.  With Assure a Smile offering a special new patient cleaning and consultation for only $199, now is the perfect time to experience holistic dentistry.


Like periodontal disease, most diseases can be cured or their risk minimized by early identification and treatment.  Early identification, however, hinges on the ability for both physician and patient to understand the causal, interconnectivity of each piece of the human body, down to the most minute of cells.

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