Not just when you speak, your mouth has a lot to say. Your mouth has some really smart and rather remarkable things to tell you, even if you’re not prone to witty banter or eloquent turn of words. That’s because your mouth and the rest of your body are inextricably linked. While it’s true that the eyes are said to be the windows to the soul, your mouth actually serves as a huge toothy window to your complete body. Every biological system is interrelated, and we are gradually coming to comprehend how each component of the human body impacts the others. When attempting to understand what is happening inside the body, the mouth is an excellent place to start because it is sort of a large gaping hole that is front and center. Looking inside someone’s mouth and teeth might reveal a lot about them.

One of the many significant features of the study of biological dentistry is how the mouth is viewed as a component of total health. Clean teeth, a charming smile, and minty fresh breath have long been the hallmarks of dentistry, and biological dentists want to provide you with all of that and much more. They also employ a holistic strategy to help you achieve a sparkling smile and tartar-free teeth.

What is biological dentistry?

It can be challenging to define and classify biological dentistry Even while any dentist can obtain official certification as a biological dentist, biological dentistry frequently revolves more around a particular mindset and outlook. Functional, integrative, and even holistic dentistry have also been used to describe biological dentistry.

The goal of biological dentistry, according to the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, is to treat the patient as a whole, “body, mind, spirit, and mouth”—by collaborating with medical professionals and functional practitioners. They wish to put an end to the “we vs. them” mentality that specialization in medicine frequently fosters and collaborate as a team for the sake of their patients as a whole. They are committed to offering morally upstanding care that puts the needs of each patient first. Every patient has unique needs and health issues, thus, there is no “one size fits all” solution in dentistry.

Biological dentists examine the complete body to identify the root causes of dental problems as well as any potential health disorders that may arise as a result of these dental issues. They then seek to address both cause and effect. The objective of a biological dentist is for every patient to be at their very best health-wise, as it relates to having outstanding oral health.

Holistic dental treatment

Many biological dentists aspire to combine certain biophysical concepts with conventional, “clinical” dentistry, including traditional Chinese medicine, essential oils, nutritional supplements etc.

 They hope to assist patients with diagnosing, treating, and recovering from health issues in the mouth and elsewhere that might have been challenging to address with more conventional techniques or whose causes have remained elusive.

Similar to TCM, biological dentistry places a strong emphasis on energy, focusing on the energy that links the body’s bones, glands, joints, muscles, nerves, and organs to the teeth. Additionally, these dentists think about how and why this energy might be harmed or altered, as well as the effects on the body.

Dr Astrid Sand, as a biological dentist, typically combines more conventional science and dentistry with healing treatments like laser , ozone, prf, nutritional and diet recommendations, as well as essential oils, etc. She is open to patients having supplemental treatments like acupuncture, electromagnetics, energy, homeopathy, light, and muscle testing, just to name a few. There are many advanced techniques, like pulsed electromagnetic frequency to reduce inflammation or red light treatment to improve blood circulation.

The 4 most important Dental toxins

Biological dentists make an effort to operate their practices with non-toxic methods and supplies.

Instead, they can resolve many of the problems that could be troubling their patients by assisting the body’s detoxification processes. The goal of biological dentists is to aid the body’s inherent capacity for self-healing.

The four most significant sources of potential toxin exposure can come from: lesions within the jaw bone, metal fillings, fluoride, and root canals.

1.What are Lesions within the jaw bone?

Lesions within the jaw bone are a major problem that biological dentists hope to address. These tiny holes in the jaw bone are typically the result of a previous tooth extraction that wasn’t done correctly, or didn’t heal well, or both. They are frequently discovered where wisdom teeth have been extracted. These holes can become filled with fatty cells, bacteria, fungi and infections. They might cause an infection, which would damage the nearby bone. Biological dentists strive to restore and clean the area by getting rid of the germs, dead cells, and other toxins.

2. Fluoride toxins

Many dentists have long relied on fluoride treatments and rinses. However, a lot of biological dentists maintain that fluoride is not only harmful and useless, but also outright deadly. This is due to the fact that fluoride is neither a mineral found in teeth nor a nutrient that may in any way aid in body function. The sort of fluoride that is present in water is a byproduct of industry.

Therefore, try to avoid fluoride if the idea of someone using anything potentially damaging on your teeth gives you a foul taste in your mouth.

3. Amalgam toxic fillings

You know, those “silver” metal fillings that make you afraid of magnets and fear setting off airport metal detectors? They contain only a very small amount of silver, if any at all. They may also be harmful. About half of the mercury used to make metal fillings is coupled with copper, tin, and that trace amount of silver. Mercury is a heavy metal that can harm the body in various ways, particularly the brain. Therefore, if you have dental metal, it can come back to bite you.

Because of this, biological dentists not only avoid using metal fillings, but also wish to remove them from your mouth as soon as feasible. Therefore, one of the primary goals of biological dentistry is the removal and replacement of amalgam. (8, 3)

Although eliminating all mercury from dental procedures may not be practicable, biological dentists take satisfaction in using mercury sparingly and when it is necessary, employing it carefully and ethically. Fortunately, a variety of non-metal implants and fillings are now readily available. (1)

4. Root Canal Extractions

A root canal is a procedure used to prevent the extraction of a damaged or unhealthy tooth. Dentists reach the tooth’s root many layers deep inside your tooth, below the enamel and dentin, hence the term “root canal.” The pulp is removed, and the space around the root is filled with gutta-percha, a rubbery plastic. Even though the Mayo Clinic and a well-known dentist originally warned about the risks of root canals in 1910, they are still often performed more than a century later. As a result, many biological dentists will not execute them and will suggest different options. In patients who have previously had the surgery, they also try to get the root canal extraction done, especially if the root canal caused an infection.

Mouth-Body Relationship

As already noted, biological dentists consider the mouth to be a vital link in the body as a whole. The mouth is one of your body’s key administrative centers, although no biological system is entirely independent. This has a variety of effects on your health.

For instance, your mouth is now home to several germs. These bacteria can affect your health throughout your entire body because your mouth connects your head to your toes. Alzheimer’s, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, issues during pregnancy, respiratory illnesses, and pneumonia are all brought on by oral bacteria.

The neurological and lymphatic systems can also be impacted by dental issues. This is due to the fact that your tonsils and lymphatic system are typically where your teeth drain. Everything above that point becomes blocked up as well if there is an issue in your mouth that impacts that drainage; it’s similar to a traffic jam. Consequently, your brain lymph cannot adequately drain, which could result in memory loss, migraines, and brain fog. Even the connection between oral health and emotions has been theorized by one study.

In conclusion, teeth are more than merely inert food processors. They are actual living, breathing organs, and every tooth has its own lymph, nerves, and blood supply. Your teeth constantly exchange minerals, vitamins, and amino acids. For this reason, some biological dentists hold that various teeth have direct connections to various organs.

For instance, your incisors and top front teeth correspond to your kidneys, bladder, uterus, and/or prostate. Your heart, small intestine, and endocrine glands are all connected by your back teeth. According to this notion, your teeth serve as little circuit breakers for your body’s main electrical system.