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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

Sugar: The Friendly Enemy

Today, the average person consumes 150 pounds of sugar each year—nearly 20 times the amount consumed by the average person in the 18^th century (i). Only about 60% of those calories are metabolized and converted into immediate energy; the remaining 40% are converted into fat molecules, stored, and reserved for energy production later. With this in mind, it is easy to see how sugar consumption is a key contributor to obesity. New research shows that excessive sugar consumption also leads to a number of other life threatening diseases, including type II Diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Miami dentists have begun to spread awareness for this issue, warning patients to be weary of daily sugar intake not only to prevent cavities but to preserve total body health as well.

By admin| 2012-07-10T03:00:47+00:00 July 10th, 2012|Holistic Dentistry, Miami Dentistry, News, Nutrition, Strong Teeth|Comments Off

Got Vitamin D?

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, as it is stored in the liver and fatty tissues. It is stored for long periods and is eliminated slowly from the body. Vitamin D is often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin” because the body makes it after being exposed to sunshine. It is the only vitamin that the body can produce on its own, but it needs sunlight to do so. The body must get all other vitamins from diet and/or supplementation. There are several forms of Vitamin D, including D2 and D3. Vitamin D2 is synthesized by plants, and Vitamin D3 is synthesized by humans when their skin is exposed to ultraviolet-B (UVB) rays from sunlight.

By admin| 2012-05-22T03:00:07+00:00 May 22nd, 2012|Holistic Dentistry, Miami Dentistry|Comments Off

Miami Invisalign: Preventing Tooth Decay and Gum Disease

Do you fear that a Miami Invisalign treatment may give you tooth decay? It is true: patients who wear Orthodontic treatments, those things we call braces, are more likely to develop tooth decay than are patients without braces. What’s more, individuals who develop tooth decay while wearing braces are particularly susceptible to developing gum disease! The Invisalign Invisible Braces system greatly reduces the chances of developing both tooth decay and gum disease, however, giving Miami residents one more reason to love the Invisalign treatment system.

By admin| 2011-06-15T02:52:17+00:00 June 15th, 2011|Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Technology, Miami Invisalign|Comments Off

Miami Dentistry: Eat Healthy for Healthy Teeth

Growing up you always heard about all of the things to avoid eating to keep your teeth healthy. Candy will rot your teeth. Gum is bad for your teeth. Soda destroys your enamel. Well, there is a flipside to the conversation. Have you ever heard about what to eat for better dental health? Today this Miami Dentist is going to continue coverage of National Nutrition Month with some insight on foods that will help create healthy teeth and gums for life.

By admin| 2011-03-22T02:00:43+00:00 March 22nd, 2011|Nutrition|Comments Off

Miami Dentist Exclusive: Free Radical Damage, Part I

Dentists in Miami are becoming increasingly concerned with free radical damage. Free radicals are malicious, unbalanced atoms that gradually destroy cellular structures over time. Eventually, the cell becomes dysfunctional and dies. A growing body of research is beginning to link free radicals damage with serious illness, causing physicians and health care professionals to educate patients on staying healthy with antioxidants.

By admin| 2011-03-16T02:34:50+00:00 March 16th, 2011|Holistic Dentistry, Nutrition|Comments Off

Teeth Grinding

Teeth grinding is most common among children. However, grinding teeth is also a problem faced by many adults. This habit, referred to as bruxism by medical professionals, involves the grinding and clenching of both the jaws and teeth.

By admin| 2011-03-02T02:46:12+00:00 March 2nd, 2011|Holistic Dentistry|Comments Off

Better Hygiene with Invisalign Invisible Braces

Invisalign is just as effective as traditional metal braces for most, and comes with the added benefit of convenience! Invisalign aligners can be removed before eating, brushing, and flossing, helping patients to straighten their teeth without neglecting their oral health. Patients may brush and floss as normal, significantly lessening the likelihood of developing serious oral health problems straightening your teeth.

By admin| 2011-02-08T03:46:19+00:00 February 8th, 2011|Cosmetic Dentistry, Holistic Dentistry, Miami Invisalign|Comments Off

Dentistry News: Brushing Habits Tied to Heart Health

Dentists in Miami have written many articles on gum disease, heart disease, and the link the two diseases share. According to research, those with gum disease are place at higher risk of developing heart problems than are those without gum disease. Now, it seems, the problem may start well before gum disease takes shape. New research indicates that your habit of brushing may significantly affect your chances of developing serious heart disease.

By admin| 2011-02-02T22:53:06+00:00 February 2nd, 2011|Uncategorized|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