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What Causes Thyroid Disease?

It has been estimated that nearly 27 million Americans suffer with a thyroid condition that negatively impacts overall health. Such conditions may cause unexpected weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, depression, or dozens of other side effects. A reported 50% of individuals who have a thyroid condition are undiagnosed, creating the concern for greater awareness for thyroid health, function, and disease prevention. To promote awareness for this growing health issue, Assure A Smile has created this special health report to provide an overview of what causes thyroid disorders as well as the most effective ways to keep the thyroid gland healthy.

By admin| 2012-09-12T08:23:29+00:00 September 12th, 2012|Holistic Dentistry|Comments Off

Miami Dentistry News: Government to Phase Out Dental #Amalgam

Assure a Smile is excited to announce the news that the United States Federal government has officially called for the phasing-out of dental amalgam. The U.S. is aiming to reduce the use of this highly toxic metallic element in cooperation with the World Mercury Treaty, the newest of global environmental initiatives headed by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), and

By admin| 2011-04-13T02:43:47+00:00 April 13th, 2011|Mercury Free Dentistry, News|Comments Off

Dental Amalgam 101

Dental amalgam is the proper term to refer to the silver material that is used in dental procedures like fillings. This material is actually a combination of mercury and at least one other metal, like tin. Invented in France in the early 1800s, dental amalgam has remained a popular filling agent because of its strength. However, experts at the World Health Organization have made a clear assertion: Mercury from dental amalgam feeds more mercury into a person’s body system than any other source combined, prompting many to seek safe amalgam removal.

By admin| 2011-01-26T02:20:32+00:00 January 26th, 2011|Uncategorized|Comments Off

A Heartfelt Plea For Mercury Filling Removal

When it comes to mercury and your body, each major organ system is at risk. The heart and cardiac system, however, are particularly susceptible to poisoning from mercury.

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Once the toxicity of mercury enters the bloodstream, it races through the blood and to each major organ. The damage that inhaled mercury can cause is permanent and deadly, however, it can be avoided altogether. Consulting a dentist about safe mercury filling removal is the best way to avoid developing extremely harmful health conditions.

By admin| 2010-08-31T02:45:01+00:00 August 31st, 2010|Holistic Dentistry, Mercury Free Dentistry|Comments Off

Urinary Tract Infection or Mercury Poisoning?

A staggering 34% of adults in the United States report having experienced a Urinary Tract Infection. Recent studies, however, indicate that the culprit may be mercury poisoning.

By admin| 2010-08-23T02:57:45+00:00 August 23rd, 2010|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Amalgam (Silver) Fillings and Holistic Health

Could you be inhaling poisonous vapor? If you have amalgam (silver) fillings, you most likely are.

COMMENTS BY DR. TED HERRMANN:

We know that mercury is the most toxic non-radioactive chemical on Earth (i). We know that this chemical vaporizes under pressure and heat. We also know that, when vaporized, this chemical is tasteless, odorless, and easily inhaled without notice. Why, then, does it make sense to have such a chemical in your mouth?

By admin| 2010-08-19T02:10:40+00:00 August 19th, 2010|Holistic Dentistry, Mercury Free Dentistry|Comments Off

The Truth About Amalgam (Silver) Fillings

What’s more toxic than lead, cadmium and arsenic? I’ll give you a hint: it might just be in your mouth…

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Mercury is more toxic than lead, cadmium, and arsenic. What many people are unaware of, however, is just how close they come to it each day. In truth, if you have a traditional silver filling in any of your teeth, you have a little bit of mercury there too.

By admin| 2010-08-17T02:15:18+00:00 August 17th, 2010|Uncategorized|Comments Off