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Oil Pulling for Holistic Health

Oil pulling is an all-natural way to improve oral health. Although oil pulling is just now enjoying positive feedback from dental patients, it is actually an age old practice that originated in India thousands of years ago. It wasn’t until the 1990s that health experts in the Western world began recommending oil pulling as a way to naturally detoxify the body, particularly the teeth and gums. Today, many holistic dentists recognize oil pulling as a safe, easy, and inexpensive way to significantly reduce the risk of tooth decay, oral infection, and gum disease.

By admin| 2014-06-16T03:37:44+00:00 June 16th, 2014|Gum Care, Holistic Dentistry|0 Comments

Cavity Free Cooking: Recipes for Healthy Teeth

As a Miami holistic dentistry practice, Assure A Smile helps patients achieve a healthier smile through more than just reactive dental care. We help patients develop life long healthy habits that help teeth and gums grow stronger. We believe this integrated, total body approach to dentistry is the most effective way to build Healthy Teeth and Gums for Life.

By admin| 2014-03-10T17:45:10+00:00 March 10th, 2014|Nutrition, Recipes for Healthy Teeth & Gums, Strong Teeth|0 Comments

Assure A Smile Raises Awareness for Children's Oral Health Needs

This February, Assure A Smile raises awareness for children's oral health needs. According to studies published by the Surgeon General, American children suffer from chronic tooth decay at alarming numbers, predisposing the nation's youth to serious health issues. In the short run, high rates of tooth decay can lead to gum disease, infection, and gingivitis. Long term, however, the bacteria that causes gum disease has been found to also cause heart disease and increase the risk of stroke.

By admin| 2014-01-29T00:41:36+00:00 January 29th, 2014|News|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

7 Reasons to Smile About Chocolate

Silky, sweet, and smooth, chocolate has been adored for more than 3,000 years by cultures from around the world. Though considered by many to be a delicious treat, new research suggests chocolate might be better categorized as a “super food” that is more similar to the blueberry than the cupcake. There are at least 7 reasons to smile about this delicious food, each of which stems from the fact that chocolate is produced from cacao, a special seed that contains powerful concentrations of polyphenols, flavonoids, and anti-bacterial properties.

By admin| 2013-07-15T03:00:46+00:00 July 15th, 2013|Nutrition|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

North Americans Unite, Voting to End Water Fluoridation

The number of United States cities and municipalities that have voted to end water fluoridation grew rapidly in 2012. As awareness for the issue continues to spread, an increasingly large number of communities are lobbying for natural drinking water that is completely free of fluoride additives. Among the primary reasons for discontinuing the controversial practice are concerns for the general health of the community, as well as concerns that it may incur an unnecessary financial burden that may not benefit the public at all.

By admin| 2013-01-09T13:04:07+00:00 January 9th, 2013|Fluoride in Your Water|0 Comments

Japanese Researchers Invent ‘Tooth Patch’ to Prevent Tooth Decay

In Japan, scientists have created a new tool that many believe will help prevent tooth decay in the future. They call it the “tooth patch,” an ultra-flexible biocompatible film that scientists have designed to fit snugly over the surface of teeth. The film is made entirely of hydroxyapatite, the natural mineral from which tooth enamel is made. The developers of the tooth patch hope that it’s enamel-like composition will make it an effective shield to prevent tooth decay, as well as a restorative material that can be used to repair teeth with pre-existing cavities or dental caries.

By admin| 2012-11-12T21:04:54+00:00 November 12th, 2012|Holistic Dentistry, News, Strong Teeth|0 Comments

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|0 Comments

Vitamin C: A Holistic Overview

Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin—meaning that our bodies do not store it so we need to obtain it from food or supplements. It is an antioxidant, which blocks damage caused by free radicals. Too many free radicals may contribute to the aging process as well as the development of cancer, heart disease and arthritis. We need Vitamin C for the growth and repair of tissue, and it helps the body produce collagen—an important protein that is used to make skin, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, vertebral discs, joint linings and capillary walls. It is also needed for healing wounds and repairing and maintaining bones and teeth.

By admin| 2012-05-09T10:51:01+00:00 May 9th, 2012|Holistic Dentistry, Miami Dentistry|0 Comments