Yes—in large doses, fluoride is a neurotoxin. Although trace amounts are generally considered benign, many people have concerns about the safety of fluoride in toothpaste and drinking water. There are numerous studies on the benefits of fluoride for dental health, but very few have studied its...
Unfortunately, just because a food is natural doesn't mean it's better for your teeth. Even though honey has some amazing healing properties, it also has a lot of sugar. To protect your dental health, it's better to go with sugar-free sweeteners like stevia or monk...
Although they might not seem related, there's actually quite a close connection between good dental health and good mental health. As holistic dentists, we take your entire wellbeing into consideration. It's our job to recognize connections like the link between diet and dental health, or the...
Every holistic dental practice has its own unique approach. For some, it means using non-toxic materials and natural remedies. For others, it means providing dental treatment that takes a person's physical and mental health into consideration as well. But in general, holistic dentistry focuses on...
Do you suffer from jaw pain? Have you been diagnosed with a TMJ disorder, or TMD? We know how painful this inflammatory condition can be, and how it affects your ability to do normal things like talk or chew. Fortunately, there are many natural remedies...
When you think about foods that are bad for kids' teeth, you probably think of things like Halloween candy or fast food. However, there are other culprits that are not so obvious. Many of the foods kids like best will cause cavities—and we're not just talking...
We meet a lot of people who are enthusiastic about a trendy new diet they're trying. Most of us have at least one friend who swears by intermittent fasting or the Noom diet, or one who is passionate about eating only plants. But how does...
It almost goes without saying that summers are hot in Arizona. But unfortunately, some of the most iconic summer beverages are not very good for your teeth. Drinks like sodas, lemonade, and sweet iced tea are often full of the sugars and acids that lead...
As holistic dentists, we know that good dental health and good nutrition go hand in hand. That's why we take your entire lifestyle into consideration—including what you eat. In this post, we explain how your diet affects your dental health, so you can make better...
If you're "addicted" to coffee, you might be wondering how all that caffeine is affecting your dental health. On its own, caffeine is fairly harmless. However, caffeinated beverages usually contain other ingredients like sugars, acids, and dyes, that are not very good for your teeth. Depending...