Root Canal Controversy

Just as the eyes are viewed as the window to the soul, the mouth is viewed as the window to the body.

As a dentist with several decades of clinical experience behind me, I can say this is absolutely true.  As to which comes first, dental health or bodily health, it may be difficult to say. But regardless, it is always best to take care of both for super health.

If your mouth is a mess with gum disease, cavities, demineralized teeth or erosion, chances are pretty good that that will be reflected in your general health with inflammation, chronic aches and pains, as well as demineralized bones (osteoporosis).

Based on this understanding, the effect of root canals on our health, is worth exploring.

Floss First!

As a holistic dentist, it is not uncommon to meet with many patients seeking an alternative opinion on their dental problems. Root canals and metal fillings are at the top of the list, but it is quickly followed by gum (periodontal) disease.

Personally, I have met many patients that weren’t even aware that they had a gum problem since no dental professional pointed it out to them. Many were lead to believe that their occasional bleeding gums and bad taste in their mouth, was perfectly fine and nothing to be concerned about. Some were even told that it was normal for this to occur. I think not!

Flossing

So your gums bleed? There are 4 main reasons for this:
1. Poor oral hygiene
2. Nutritional deficiencies
3. Genetic predisposition (your parents had gum disease)
4. All of the above