I’m not sure if I should see a holistic dentist here or go visit my family in Taiwan. I’m 19 and have not had a checkup for many years, but I have one tooth is hurting a lot. I talked to my aunt about it and she says to come stay with her in Taiwan […]
Is mercury-free best for my kids?
I’m not really sure what to think about this whole mercury-free thing. I’ve had silver fillings all my life and they are completely fine. Now that I have kids, I’ve become more conscious about what they are exposed to – even down to the chemicals I use in our home. I guess it would make […]
Will a Holistic Dentist Remove a File from my Tooth?
About six months ago, I went in to have a filling done and after I was already in the chair, the dentist changed his mind. He said a filling wouldn’t be enough and that the tooth needed to be crowned. I went along with it and let him do the crown, but my tooth hurt […]
Can a holistic dentist help me deal with my allergies?
I have been fighting eczema and a host of other issues for many years. I’ve got chronic fatigue, joint pain… you name it. My doctors basically dismissed me and told me it was all in my head. They said if I just got more rest, ate better, and exercised, I would feel better. When that […]
Is it True that the US Agreed to Phase Out Mercury Fillings?
I came across something interesting on a natural news website. It said that the United States had signed some kind of worldwide agreement a couple of years ago, agreeing to phase out mercury. It also said that several international groups were petitioning the FDA to take action because nothing is being done yet. I have […]
Do I Need to Switch to a Holistic Dentist During Pregnancy?
We’ve been trying for a baby for almost a year now, so I’ve had loads of time to do research. When we finally found out a couple of weeks ago that we’re being blessed with a little one, I already had my OB chosen, and had everything lined up. One thing I didn’t consider was […]
Silver fillings… do I really need to remove and replace them?
I recently moved to a new town and the dentist I am now seeing recommended that I have my silver fillings removed and replaced. The estimate he gave me for the procedure was nearly $4000. Is this really necessary? Why did my old dentist never say anything about it? — Tina Tina, Is your dentist recommending this […]
My breath stinks… can a holistic dentist help?
I’m very frustrated and, honestly, a little embarrassed. I generally take good care of my teeth, but the other day my boyfriend said that I had bad breath. I was mortified. He said it’s been that way for a few months and didn’t know how to tell me. I went into my office for a […]
Are mercury fillings the cause of my migraines?
I have had debilitating migraines for many years that literally leave me “in the dark” at least two to three times a week. My doctor can’t seem to pinpoint any certain cause for them, so the only way I can deal with the headaches is to take strong pain meds and hibernate in a dark […]
Will a Holistic Dentist Help Me Heal My Tooth?
I have a tiny cavity that I’ve been trying to get to heal on its own for a few months now. I don’t think it’s getting worse, but it’s not getting better either. I want to avoid having it filled if at all possible. Will a holistic dentist give me nutritional guidance so I can […]