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Conservative Dentistry

WHY LESS IS MORE IN TOOTH REPAIR

by Linda Sechrist

Whether dentistry is described as being conservative, biological or biomimetic, the description that precedes such health care is extremely important. That 10- or 12-letter term signifies a specific type of dentistry that’s the best option for both our teeth and the rest of our bodies, as Ann Lee found out when the pieces to her dental puzzle fell together in just the right order.

Lee, a naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist who owns the Health for Life Clinic, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, had been experiencing problems with her sinuses for years. She had been alerted to a potential problem with one of her teeth via a preventive tool known as medical infrared thermograph screen-

ing. But it wasn’t until after she read an interview with dentist Blanche Grube in a naturopathic magazine about conservative dentistry that she made the connection. She bought Grube’s book, Chew on This But Don’t Swallow: A Must-Read Before Your Next Dental Visit, and read it from cover to cover. Grube drew upon 46 years of clinical observation, continuing education conferences and thousands of hours of study to analyze how the whole body functions and what part teeth play in overall health.

Says Lee, “I had a capped tooth with metal underneath. Once I got it removed, all the things connected to it resolved. My sinus issues, post-nasal drippage, coughing, and even my trigeminal neuralgia that I had for 10 years resolved.” Trigeminal neuralgia affects the nerves running from the face to the brain, causing electrical shock sensations to the jaw and face that can be triggered by stress or certain movements.

Today, when Lee suspects a correlation between the physical problems a patient has with the amount of metal in their mouth such as fillings, crowns and permanent retainers, she relates their physical problems to metal oxidation and inflammation that can manifest in numerous ways, and suggests that the patient read Grube’s book and consider any of the non-metal options now available.

Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, owner of Wrigleyville Dental, in Chicago, interprets biological dentistry as dealing with the whole person. “Both biological and conservative dentistry deal with biocompatible materials, making sure that each is right for the individual. Determining the compatibility of dental materials is important for those who have existing al-

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CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY A dentistry branch whose goal is to conserve the teeth in the mouth, using operative practices, as well as endodontics. It also involves various types of direct and indirect restorations of the individual teeth. BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY Dental practices that utilize mercuryfree and mercury-safe dentistry, the impact of dental conditions, devices and treatments on oral and systemic health, including the biocompatibility of dental materials and techniques. BIOMIMETIC DENTISTRY A type of tooth-conserving dentistry, treats weak, fractured and decayed teeth in a way that keeps them strong and seals them from bacterial invasion; eliminates cutting teeth down for crowns and destructive root canal treatment.

lergies, because their immune systems have already been compromised, and having to deal with new allergies to dental materials may only worsen their condition,” she says.

Conservative dentistry involves removing a minimum of healthy tooth structure during the restorative process. By conserving natural enamel and dentin, many of the complications caused by excessive tooth shaving and drilling are avoided. “Students who went to dental school 15 years ago weren’t taught biological, biomimetic or conservative dentistry, and they didn’t have the superior materials that we have today,” says Teplitsky. “Unless they took continuing education units that taught these things, they didn’t learn that traditional approaches require unnecessary removal of tooth structure and fail to replicate the properties of natural teeth, leading to major complications including root canals, fractures and extractions. They also didn’t learn that what is going in the mouth with the teeth and gums relates to the overall condition of a person’s health.”

According to studies reported in Science Direct, which offers the latest peer-reviewed research papers, teeth naturally have the optimal properties and structure to withstand the many challenges of the oral environment. Conservative dentistry, with its innovative materials, efficiently preserves this natural tooth structure, particularly when combined with early detection.

Linda Sechrist is Natural Awakenings’ senior staff writer.

HOCATT SAUNA HELPING TO TREAT DISEASES AND CONDITIONS WITHOUT NEEDLES

IF YOU DO, THE ANSWER MAY BE PROLO-OZONE THERAPY

From the Desk of Dr. Howard Robins at The Healing Center in New York City…

Did you ever need and want to try intravenous ozone therapy, but then said to yourself, Getting multiple injections? That will never happen! Well, HOCATT Sauna treatments may be the answer.

What is a HOCATT Sauna?

HOCATT’ is a very special type of ozone sauna. HOCATT is an acronym that stands for Hyperthermic, Ozone, Carbonic Acid Transdermal Technology. It’s a private sauna where patients sit with their heads exposed to the air, inhaling oxygen through a comfortable nasal cannula, while their body is infused with carbon dioxide, steam, high-energy photon light and a mixture of ozone and oxygen gas.

The effects of HOCATT can be very similar to those of intravenous ozone therapy. It may reduce pain and inflammation, calm inflamed nerves and relax tight muscles. It can also help inactivate viruses, bacteria, yeast, fungi and parasites; remove harmful free radicals; and destroy toxins. HOCATT can increase blood circulation and therefore speed up healing. It may also improve brain function and memory loss.

Another benefit of HOCATT is that it contains frequency-specific microcurrent, often called Rife therapy. Microcurrent therapy can help heal damaged cells by increasing the production of ATPs (energy molecules) within the healthy and damaged mitochondria in your cells. It can also reduce inflammation by diminishing prostaglandins and cytokine production and can help the body detoxify.

During this part of the session, high-energy photon light is emitted inside the sauna (you won’t see it). This light helps increase blood flow and is also considered anti-inflammatory. The carbonic acid cycle lasts three minutes, after which a specified amount of ozone-oxygen is infused into the sauna cabinet. This gas initially reacts with the steam to create hydrogen peroxide, which helps destroy viruses, bacteria, yeast and fungi embedded in the skin. The remainder of the ozone-oxygen gas mixture will then be absorbed through your skin into your body, where it circulates.

All this is happening at the same time during each treatment!

Who should try a HOCATT Sauna?

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When the sauna finishes, the remaining gases within the cabinet are extracted into an ozone destructor so you can safely exit the unit. You’ll notice that your body smells especially clean and fresh Many people require multiple forms of therapy, including ozone therapy, to reach their health goals. Bottom Line But people with very small or insufficient veins (and My patients state that after a HOCATT Sauna session, sometimes no veins at all) are unable to receive their skin feels softer, healthier and cleaner. Most also intravenous ozone treatment. A HOCATT Sauna is terrific for report getting an excellent night’s sleep that night and having more them, as well as for patients who are needle-phobic and would energy the next day. never try intravenous ozone therapy HOCATT Sauna treatments can be used safely in conjunction What should you expect when receiving a HOCATT Sauna? with any other therapy or medicine. People with a variety of health issues acknowledge a significant improvement in their health status in just three to 10 sauna treatments. The sauna lasts for approximately 30 minutes. You enter the More information about this amazing, safe and effective treatsauna wearing a bath towel. Appropriate protective towel barri- ment is available at OzoneWithoutBorders.ngo; on my website, ers are placed around your neck to prevent any leakage of gases OzoneDoctor.net; and on my radio show, “Functional Medioutside the sauna. During the therapy, you are breathing oxygen cine with Dr. Robins,” which is archived but live each week on through a nasal cannula to help boost your immune system and VoiceAmerica.com’s Health and Wellness Channel. More quesenergy level and reduce stress. tions? Call my office at 212-581-0101.

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