Category: Blog posts
Oral Health and Gut Health
It’s a no-brainer that gut health is important. The gastrointestinal system is the body’s way of taking in and distributing the nutrients it needs for survival. This “nutrient highway” consists of important organs like the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and intestines. But, notice that this picture of the digestive tract starts at the mouth. That’s because […]
Good Oral Hygiene but Bad Dental Genes?
You brush and floss daily and see your dentist for your routine care, but every time you turn around you are in need of more dental treatment. It’s easy to understand why you might think you’re suffering from bad teeth genes, but what if there’s more to it? While genetics can predispose you to certain […]
The Jaw and Pelvis Connection
In biological dentistry, we explore the inter-connections between the mouth and body. Sometimes these connections can be jaw dropping. Despite their being on opposite ends of the body, studies have shown evidence that mobility improvements of the jaw can relieve tension in the pelvic area and vice versa. Additionally, if the hips or jaw is […]
The Importance of Human Growth Hormone in Dentistry
HGH is a protein produced by the pituitary gland. The hypothalamus sends signals to the pituitary gland to produce growth hormone, which then travels through the bloodstream to function in other parts of the body. Though many factors influence growth, HGH is the primary growth regulator in the body. Growth hormone stimulates the growth of […]
What Causes Snoring?
It’s easy to look at snoring as just a minor inconvenience or annoyance. But the truth is, snoring is often much more than a nuisance to your partner. Snoring is associated with Obstructive Sleep Apnea and can be a sign of much more serious health problems. When you sleep, the muscles in your throat lose […]