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Holistic Dentistry
Sacramento, Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln, Stockton, Modesto, California
Holistic dentistry is the science of using nontoxic dental restorations. It focuses on removing toxic metals, like amalgam or “silver” fillings that were the primary material used in fillings for years and years.
Holistic dentistry also focuses on a healthy immune system support during treatment, to ensure that your body has the most positive reaction to your cosmetic dental procedure(s).
The dangers of amalgam fillings
Amalgam restorations are comprised of mercury, silver, tin, copper, and a trace amount of zinc. Amalgam fillings also release mercury vapor when you chew. Mercury is a toxic metal; the most minute amount damages cell. Studies reveal that mercury is more toxic than:
- Lead
- Cadmium
- Arsenic
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1991 banned mercury in paints and categorized it as a “toxic poison” that requires extraction filters and high tech disposal.
Mercury is the active ingredient in most fungicides, herbicides and pesticides. Because mercury accumulates in your body tissue and travels toward your central nervous system, so even low levels of exposure to mercury is undesirable.
Research suggests that mercury vapor released into your body may cause damage to your:
- Heart, brain, lungs
- Blood cells
- Hormones
- Liver and kidneys
- Pituitary, thyroid and adrenal glands
- Enzymes
It can also affect your body's immune system, cause neurological disorders and birth defects in fetuses. Because the leakage is slow, the health effects caused by dental mercury poisoning do not surface until years later.
Dangers of fluoride
Water treatment plants have historically added fluoride to the water to help prevent tooth decay. While a low dose of fluoride (lower than 2.5 mg) can help prevent cavities, water concentrations of 5 mg or more can cause damage to your tooth structure and overall dental health.
Healthy natural, organic fluorine is present in food items such as fruits, vegetables, and nuts. Unhealthy, inorganic fluorine, sometimes called Sodium Fluoride or HydroFluoSilicic acid, is an industrial waste product. It is more toxic than lead and only slightly less toxic than arsenic. Besides toothpaste, fluoride is also used in fertilizers and some rat poisons.
If you live in the Roseville area, and are interested in holistic dental treatment, please contact our office today. We provide safe and effective procedures that you can feel good about. Please call to schedule your consultation.
