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Assure A Smile Invites You to Learn About Biocompatible Dentistry

Did you know: The dental materials used in the office and at home can have a profound impact on total body health. From the restorative material used for routine fillings to the fluoride in your toothpaste, each product has the potential to help-- or hurt-- the health of the teeth, gums, and body. This summer, Assure A Smile invites South Florida families to learn more about biocompatible dentistry, a special application of holistic dentistry that focuses on using safe and non-toxic materials to promote total body wellness.

By admin| 2013-08-19T08:30:08+00:00 August 19th, 2013|Holistic Dentistry|Comments Off

Miami Families Invited to Eat Well, Smile Bright This Summer!

This summer, Assure A Smile invites South Florida families to eat well and smile bright all summer long. In addition to our new Kid’s Summer Dental Special, we have a variety of resources available on our website and blog that will help you learn to create healthy teeth and gums that will last a lifetime!

By admin| 2013-08-12T12:40:42+00:00 August 12th, 2013|News|Comments Off

Dentsply Urged to Cease Production of Toxic Dental Amalgam

Dentsply International, a leading supplier of many quality dental supplies and equipment, has been issued a wake-up call. At the end of last month, the organization was urged publicly to phase-out the production of dental amalgam, a toxic material known to contain upwards of 50% mercury content. The plea for the phase-out comes just months after 140 nations signed an international mercury treaty, agreeing to do their part in reducing the production, disposal, and adverse impact the material has on both the environment and dental patients. Now, 23 of the world’s leading health and environmental agencies, including Consumers for Dental Choice, have pressured the 2^nd largest amalgam producer in the United States to do the same.

By admin| 2013-07-08T09:04:35+00:00 July 8th, 2013|Mercury Free Dentistry|Comments Off

Mercury Treaty May Mean the End of Toxic Dental Amalgam

Dental amalgam made headlines in early March when the Dr. Oz Show performed a demonstration that very clearly illustrated the toxic nature of the outdated silver fillings. Broadcasted on national television, the demonstration showed that silver fillings could leak odorless, extremely toxic mercury vapor when brushed by a normal toothbrush. The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) and holistic dentistry professionals are celebrating a new victory in the fight against toxic fillings, however. This year, more than 140 nations have signed into effect an international mercury treaty that lays the groundwork for an eventual “phasing out” of this dangerous material.

By admin| 2013-05-06T03:00:09+00:00 May 6th, 2013|Holistic Dentistry, Mercury Free Dentistry|Comments Off

Fluoride Free Victory: Israel Lifts Mandatory Water Fluoridation

The fluoride free movement continues to see unprecedented momentum in 2013 as Israel announces the phase-out of public water fluoridation requirements. First put into action in 2002, Israel’s fluoridation mandate formerly required all municipalities to treat public water with fluoride. That mandate will be lifted within a year, however, empowering Israeli municipalities to reduce exposure to the potentially toxic mineral by going fluoride free.

By admin| 2013-04-23T11:41:33+00:00 April 23rd, 2013|Holistic Dentistry, Water Fluoridation|Comments Off

Is There Aspartame in My Milk?

Today, it’s easy to see if a beverage contains aspartame. In accordance with Federal law, beverages that contain the controversial artificial sweetener must explicitly disclose such information on the label. Soon, however, consumers may not be able to tell which dairy products contain aspartame, and which do not.

By admin| 2013-03-11T14:05:38+00:00 March 11th, 2013|Nutrition|Comments Off

World Alliance for Mercury Free Dentistry Celebrates 3rd Anniversary

Assure A Smile congratulates the World Alliance for Mercury Free Dentistry on 3 years of progress toward achieving mercury-free dentistry worldwide! Founded in part by Consumers for Dental Choice, the Alliance has fought hard since 2010 for the phase-down and eventual ban on dental amalgam usage. Assure A Smile is a proud member of the Alliance, and we share the organization’s excited sense of accomplishment with this historical milestone. Together, we will continue to spread awareness for the toxicity of dental amalgam and the long-term damage it causes to the health of patients, dental professionals, and the environment.

By admin| 2013-03-04T11:45:21+00:00 March 4th, 2013|Mercury Free Dentistry|Comments Off

Assure A Smile Supports a ‘Fluoride-Free Florida’

Since the early 1900s, American citizens have been led to believe that fluoridated water helps to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent tooth decay. However, there is a wealth of research that indicates fluoride exposure may cause serious bodily harm. Fluoride has been shown to accumulate in vital soft tissues, like the Pineal Gland of the brain, and it may cause severe damage to the kidneys, reproductive system, and may even lower IQ scores among children. In this light, it is easy to see why holistic dentistry professionals and fluoride-free water advocates believe that supplementing public drinking water with fluoride is ineffective, costly, and potentially toxic to residents.

By admin| 2013-01-21T03:00:47+00:00 January 21st, 2013|Fluoride in Your Water|Comments Off

How Does a Thyroid Disease Affect Oral Health?

Thyroid conditions make it difficult for the body to produce and regulate a normal amount of very important hormones. This causes a ripple effect that may throw major organs and body systems out of sync. In terms of oral health, the side effects of a thyroid condition may cause serious changes in both the function and health of the tongue, teeth, and gums.

By admin| 2012-09-20T17:10:09+00:00 September 20th, 2012|Holistic Dentistry, Miami Dentistry|Comments Off

Albuquerque Puts an End to Water Fluoridation

The first half of 2012 saw a major victory in the battle for fluoride-free public drinking water in the United States. In April, city officials in Albuquerque, New Mexico, elected not to increase the fluoride content of the community’s water. “We’re going to err on the side of caution,” remarked David Morris, a representative for the Albuquerque Water Authority (i). The decision triggered a ripple effect that stirred debate in neighboring communities, causing public officials and residents alike to reconsider the widely held notion that fluoride is a “healthy.”

By admin| 2012-08-06T03:00:15+00:00 August 6th, 2012|Fluoride in Your Water, Holistic Dentistry, Miami Dentistry, Water Fluoridation|Comments Off