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Hernando, Florida: Commissioners Say No to Fluoride

This year has been a big one for the fluoride free movement. Since 1990, dozens of communities around the world have eliminated water fluoridation programs. In that time, an estimated 14 million individuals have been freed from fluoride, according to numbers gathered by the Fluoride Action Network. In the Sunshine State, commissioners in Hernando County recently voted to go fluoride free, protecting nearly 175,000 Florida residents from the potentially toxic side effects of such programs.

By admin| 2014-12-22T03:00:02+00:00 December 22nd, 2014|Fluoride in Your Water, News, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Canadian Voters Aim to End Water Fluoridation

Is fluoride safe? The question is divisive, separating two main factions of health professionals that have very different opinions on the matter. Those in favor of the outdated practice say adding fluoride to public drinking water is a safe way to prevent tooth decay. Those opposed to fluoride disagree, urging Americans to consider that there is no clinical evidence that supports fluoride’s ability to reduce tooth decay. By contrast, there are countless studies that correlate fluoride consumption with severe illness, arthritis, and even death. This November, several Canadian communities will have the chance to voice their opinion on the controversial topic.

By admin| 2014-11-06T15:54:25+00:00 November 6th, 2014|Fluoride in Your Water, News, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Fluoride Epidemic Disproportionately Harms Black Community

Did the United States government fail to warn the black community about their disproportionate risk of suffering from the side effects of water fluoridation? Documents show evidence of such negligence, according to a press release published by the Fluoride Action Network (FAN).

By admin| 2014-10-28T17:55:59+00:00 October 28th, 2014|Fluoride in Your Water, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Israel Announces End to Water Fluoridation

Israel has officially ended water fluoridation, stoking the controversial issue on the global scale. On one side are dentists and organizations (including the American Dental Association) that support water fluoridation, saying it is an effective way to prevent tooth decay. On the other side, a growing number of scientists and world-renowned research institutions object to the outdated practice, with some naming it a sloppy and ineffective form of medicine. Most alarming was a paper published by the Harvard School of Public Health in 2012, in which researchers issue a strong word of caution against the use of fluoride in public water systems. Read more about this breaking story, and learn 8 reasons why health experts say to stay away from fluoride.

By admin| 2014-09-07T18:19:50+00:00 September 7th, 2014|Fluoride in Your Water, Holistic Dentistry, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

3D Dental Imaging Provides Better Diagnosis, Treatment

Dentists have long relied on traditional x-ray machines to capture images of teeth, gums, and underlying bone structures. These x-rays help dentists diagnose specific oral health conditions while also providing visuals to aid in developing an appropriate course of treatment. X-rays can also help patients see how things like tooth decay, oral infection, and dental caries affect the overall health and function of the mouth. Traditional x-rays are limited, however, and patients are often exposed to radiation from the machines that take them. Today, a much better solution exists. Assure A Smile is excited to announce the arrival of the all-new Gendex 3D Imaging system. With less radiation and advanced 3-dimensional imaging technologies, the Gendex system gives dentists and patients an unparalleled look inside the teeth, gums, and surrounding oral tissues.

By admin| 2014-07-20T15:14:18+00:00 July 20th, 2014|Dental Technology, News|0 Comments

Scientific World Journal Calls for Critical Review of Fluoridated Public Water

A new article published in The Scientific World Journal has doctors, researchers, and health agencies from around the world reconsidering the potential harm caused by fluoridated public water. Water fluoridation is a controversial topic. On one side, the pro-fluoride lobby insists fluoride is essential in preventing widespread tooth decay. Fluoride proponents believe the mineral strengthens tooth enamel, making it more difficult for acid-producing plaque to cause cavities and dental caries.

By admin| 2014-04-25T19:38:26+00:00 April 25th, 2014|Fluoride in Your Water|0 Comments

Anxiety, Stress, & Fatigue: More Than Just Gut Feelings

When a patient exhibits obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and significant digestive system health problems, there's a good chance the conditions are interrelated.

By admin| 2013-11-18T14:28:15+00:00 November 18th, 2013|Holistic Dentistry, Nutrition|0 Comments

Iodine and Cancer

As the Miami community dons pink ribbons in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Assure A Smile would like to take a moment to share new medical research on the role iodine might play in preventing this terrible disease. Iodine and cancer share a close relationship for which the public must be aware, according to studies by cancer expert and author, Dr. David Brownstein, MD. And since this October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the link between iodine and breast cancer takes a special media spotlight. Iodine deficiency can also lead to dry mouth, cavities, and a host of other oral health conditions, making it important to learn how this essential element can be used to improve total body wellness.

By admin| 2013-10-29T10:23:49+00:00 October 29th, 2013|Holistic Dentistry|0 Comments

Ozone Therapy for Dental Procedures Now Available at Assure A Smile

We're happy to announce that Dr. Herrmann is now certified to administer ozone therapy for cavities, root canals, and other dental procedures. Along with Dr. Herrmann's new certification, Assure A Smile is now home to an exciting new line of advanced ozone therapy technologies that safely administer O₃, or ozone, during routine procedures.

By admin| 2013-09-16T03:00:15+00:00 September 16th, 2013|Dental Technology, Holistic Dentistry|0 Comments

Freedom of Choice: Lessons Learned from Portland’s Fluoride-Free Victory

At the end of 2012, Portland city council members met behind closed doors in an attempt to pass a public water fluoridation mandate. When word of the council’s plan leaked, citizens sprang into action, collecting an unprecedented 400,000+ signatures to bring the controversial decision to the public for a vote. Six months have passed since that time, and we're happy to announce that the residents of Portland have successfully voted to keep public water free of fluoride. So, what can we learn about Portland’s recent underdog victory against the pro-fluoride lobby?

By admin| 2013-06-10T12:49:19+00:00 June 10th, 2013|Fluoride in Your Water, Holistic Dentistry|0 Comments