Holistic Dentistry Show with Dr. Sanda

Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda discusses a study showing that pregnant women are exposed to excessive mercury from dental amalgams.

A study published in February 2024 shows that mercury exposure from dental fillings threatens pregnant women. For women who aren't pregnant but already have fillings, Dr. Sanda shares her recommendations for beginning to detox from these fillings. Once pregnant, mercury will cross over to the baby, and it is better to manage the mercury before pregnancy. Dr. Sanda shares her experience recovering from mercury toxicity. She encourages women struggling to get pregnant to test their mercury levels before beginning IVF and begin the detox process as soon as possible.

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Key Takeaways:

• (00:43) Mercury exposure from dental fillings in pregnant women

• (1:58) Recommendation for non-pregnant women

• (3:41) Amalgam in women correlates to mercury in urine.

• (5:31) Mercury is a neurotoxin possibility related to infertility

Resources Mentioned:

• Estimated mercury vapor exposure from amalgams among American pregnant women

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda speaks to Shirley Gutkowski, a dental hygienist passionate about myofunctional therapy, about sleep apnea, the power of the tongue, and how airway improvements can change your life.

Throats aren't just throats anymore—they're airways! For those with headaches, TMJ pain, shoulder or neck aches, working with a myofunctional therapist may be the road to less pain. Shirley speaks to the importance of collaboration between dentists and myofunctional therapists, pointing out that most people in dentistry and speech pathology know very little about the airway! Improving the airway can significantly improve sleep apnea and other overlooked conditions that can be fatal. She discusses each step of the Primal Air intake process and how to know if it may be time to reach out. The prevalence of misinformation about diet and lifestyle has caused the modern face to shrink, and our airways are paying for it! This is not an episode to be missed.

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Key Takeaways:

• (1:48) From dental hygienist myofunctional therapist

• (10:01) How myofunctional therapy can improve sleep apnea

• (17:04) Differences and overlaps with speech pathology

• (20:01) Do you need a myofunctional therapist?

• (25:55) How an infant's face changes

Guest Info:

• Primal Air LLC | website

• Primal Air LLC | Facebook

• For more information about Shirley's book, More than a Kissing Spot: Your New Baby's Face, email her directly at [email protected]

Resources Mentioned:

• Optimizing radiation safety in dentistry: Clinical recommendations and regulatory considerations

• Marc Moeller, Managing Director of the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

• Collaboration Cures Conference

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda reviews the American Dental Association's (ADA) updated dental radiography safety recommendation, specifically advocating against led aprons.

Modern digital X-rays and precise beam targeting are essential when taking dental X-rays. Dr. Sanda reviews the ADA's paper outlining their new safety recommendations, Optimizing radiation safety in dentistry, to show that ionizing radiation from dental X-rays is a carcinogen. Children and younger adults are more susceptible to the effects of radiation because their cells are growing and their organs are more sensitive to radiation. Dr. Sanda recommends antioxidants to combat oxidative stress from dental imaging. Practicing safe radiation exposure is vital for your health!

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Key Takeaways:

• (00:58) ADA last updated their recommendations in 2012!

• (2:42) Unpacking ADA paper, Optimizing radiation safety in dentistry

• (05:32) Combating oxidative stress and cone beam CT scans

• (9:14) Kids and young adults more sensitive to radiation

Resources Mentioned:

• Optimizing radiation safety in dentistry: Clinical recommendations and regulatory considerations

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda is joined by Cibele Bossi, the founder of Sabiá Circle, to discuss the benefits of being part of a supportive community in a holistic health journey, the joy of reconnecting with nature and how Sabiá Circle can help those feeling isolated.

Sabiá Circle is a wellness brand that offers incredible healing experiences through nature retreats. They bring together thought leaders and somatic facilitators to guide participants through transformative journeys. Throughout their conversation, Cibele shares her inspiring journey from a tech career to producing wellness events and founding her brand focused on holistic well-being and environmental sustainability. She touches on her positive experience with holistic dentistry and how addressing her gum disease significantly improved her gut health. Cibele dives into the power of community and nature in healing, highlighting the importance of connection and support. She discusses her experiences in the Amazon rainforest, her dedication to supporting indigenous communities, and the importance of integrating these principles into modern wellness practices. Plus, she offers fantastic tips and advice for those looking to reconnect with nature and find supportive communities if they feel isolated.

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Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.

Key Takeaways:

• (2:21) Why Cibele started Sabiá Circle

• (4:59) How Sabiá Circle cultivates a community feel for people who feel lonely

• (8:27) Tips for finding a community where you can connect and be yourself

• (15:16) Cibele's work with indigenous leaders

• (19:32) Advice on becoming friends with fear

Guest Info:

• Sabiá Circle | website
• Sabiá Circle | Instagram

• Cibele Bossi | LinkedIn

Resources Mentioned:

• Use the code DRSANDA at checkout for a 20% discount for first-time attendees of Sabiá Circle wellness retreats

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda speaks to Dr. Lorraine Maita about how hormones affect your oral health, Sjögren's disease, and autoimmunity.

Lorraine, AKA the Hormone Harmonizer, began working in a NYC emergency room, but

after an eye-opening transition into perimenopause, she started her business, The Feel Good Again Institute. Lorraine debunks common fears around hormone replacement therapy. It's all about knowing your risk factors! Menopause significantly affects oral health as the oral microbiome changes and bioidentical hormones can help. She generously shares her experience when her teeth turned black after taking too many antibiotics and how we fixed the issue with Orasana probiotics. Lorrain then walks us through the most common times of life when women develop autoimmune disorders, all based on when hormones fluctuate. Be sure to check out Lorraine's courses, like the Anti-Aging Solution, through her Feel Good Again Institute!

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Key Takeaways:

• (1:46) From functional medicine to hormone harmony

• (5:15) Is hormone replacement therapy (HRT) actually scary?

• (7:36) Differences between bioidentical and synthetic hormones

• (8:39) Bioidentical hormones can help menopause symptoms in the mouth!

• (14:01) The role of hormones in the microbiome

• (19:53) Autoimmune disease in women and Sjögren's disease

• (25:54) The Feel Good Again Institute's courses

Guest Info:

• The Feel Good Again Institute | Website

• The Feel Good Again Institute | Youtube

• The Feel Good Again Institute | Facebook

• Vibrance For Life | Website

• Lorraine Maita, MD | Facebook

• Lorraine Maita, MD | Instagram

• Lorraine Maita, MD | LinkedIn

Resources Mentioned:

• Is HRT for You?

• The Anti-Aging Solution: Conquer Cortisol, "The Major Ager," for Ideal Energy, Weight, Mood, Mental Clarity, Sleep, and More!

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda speaks to Monica Hershaft, a holistic practitioner, about identifying mystery illnesses and the connection to hidden dental dysfunction.

Growing up vegan, Monica shares how she eventually developed a choline deficiency and started to eat meat again. An NRT doctor helped her regain her health, which inspired her to become a nutritionist. She shares some of the most common mystery illnesses she sees in her Scottsdale practice, which are almost always symptoms of the nervous system being blocked or stretched. We discuss the importance of removing metal fillings, how hard it is to remove mercury from the body, and the role of the parotid glands in the process. Monica speaks to the five layers of illness that everyone, including animals, goes through in getting sick. I love talking with Monica because her story is a great reminder that it doesn't matter what your labs are; it matters how you feel. Medical gaslighting is a real issue, and it's important to always advocate for your health!

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Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.

Key Takeaways:

• (1:10) A vegan detox gone wrong led Monica to NRT certification and holistic health

• (13:16) Most common mystery illnesses are from the nervous system or gut interruption

• (18:22) The importance of holistic dentistry for the rest of your body

• (21:50) Cone beam scans are considerably more thorough

• (25:12) Removing metal fillings and mercury from the body

• (30:50) Role of the parotid glands when you have metal fillings

• (33:32) The five layers of illness

• (37:18) Muscle testing can reveal parasites better than stool samples

• (47:30) Conventional animal protein vs grass-fed organic meat

• (50:48) Medical gaslighting is real!

Guest Info:

• Monica Hershaft | Instagram

• Monica Hershaft | Website

• Immune Repair Food List | Free here!

• Try out Monica's Mystery Illness Membership Community, Treat The Source, for the first month free! USE THE CODE: SANDA

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda speaks to Dr. Leonard Neatu about redox homeostasis, how testing can combat inflammation, and oxidative stress in dental healing.

Being in touch with redox levels helps to get to the root of a problem before a clinical diagnosis is necessary. Dr. Neatu introduces redox testing as a way to measure oxidative stress levels in the body. By measuring these levels, practitioners ensure proper bodily function and optimal healing outcomes. Dr. Neatu explains how patients can prepare for a redox test and integrate results into their larger health plan. Now that these machines are available in the U.S., dentists, nutritionists, and dieticians can potentially provide faster health tests than ever before to pinpoint sources of inflammation. Medical schools don't teach redox biology so it's important to learn about this modality!

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Key Takeaways:

• (1:44) Dr. Neatu's journey into redox healing

• (7:31) What is oxidative stress?

• (15:02) Methods of measuring redox levels

• (19:20) Ways dentists can work with redox information

• (24:50) When to redox test and how often

• (28:52) Dr. Neatu's recommendations to implement in a dental office

Guest Info:

• Dr. Leonard Neatu | LinkedIn

• Dr. Leonard Neatu | Facebook

• Dr. Leonard Neatu | Youtube

• Redox Diagnostics | Website

• Bundle offer for podcast listeners: 1 x FRAS5 + 2 x Redox fast kits for $7,495.00, a savings of $2,405.00 off the list price

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda speaks to Dr. Bryn Aitken-Young, an Integrated Physical Therapist, about the healing power of neurokinetic therapy, how it relates to dentistry, and how it eliminates pain so that the body can move more.

Neurokinetic therapy supercharges physical therapy by treating both the immediate source of pain in the body as well as treating the source of the dysfunctional movement in the brain. This technique can be applied to any area of the body experiencing pain for long-lasting results. Truly incredible! Dr. Aitken-Young shares how her work pairs brilliantly with dentists, such as for helping patients with TMJD or breathing problems. In fact, Dr. Aitken-Young believes that, like a dentist's biannual check-up, a neurokinetic therapist should also be consulted often for preventative movement checkups. After all, movement is medicine, and it shouldn't hurt!

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Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.

Key Takeaways:

• (1:07) Dr. Aitken-Young's passion for continuing education led her to integrative neurokinetic therapy

• (3:24) Neurokinetic therapy uses neuroscience to treat the brain

• (7:33) Neurokinetic therapy greatly improves physical therapy results

• (12:58) The body is an extension of the mind and subconscious mind

• (17:05) The technique is perfect for heavy computer users and as preventative medicine

• (23:06) In TMJD treatments, everything is interconnected

• (32:20) How dentists can work with neurokinetic therapists

• (37:54) Mouth breathing disrupts the entire body

• (43:36) Movement is medicine, and it shouldn't hurt

Guest Info:

• Bechtel Physical Therapy | Instagram

• Bechtel Physical Therapy | (818) 990-0267

• Podcast listeners who schedule an evaluation with us will receive a 10% discount on their first session.

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda speaks to Dr. Saeid Mushtagh, a Naturopathic Doctor, about homeopathic health approaches, pine pollen and mushrooms for oral health, and the myriad ways mother nature provides healing.

One of the key tenets of naturopathic medicine is that you cannot separate the mind from the body. While there are many healing modalities, Dr. Saeid's focus on pine pollen and mushrooms to address physical and emotional issues is fascinating! In this episode, we discuss the oral health benefits of pine pollen and how a tincture can support hormone regulation in men and women. He has found so much healing from the trees that, in addition to his naturopathic practice, he began a company, Canadian Pine Pollen, that offers functional foods, herbs, and nutraceuticals wild harvested from Canadian forests. Don't miss out on learning about these wonderfully potent natural remedies!

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Key Takeaways:

• (1:20) Dr. Saeid's passion for naturopathic medicine

• (8:38) Difference between pine pollen, wildflower pollen, and bee pollen

• (11:27) Canadian Pine Pollen's approach to processing

• (16:06) Oral health benefits of pine pollen

• (22:28) Recommended tincture dosage

• (27:01) Pine needles and oral health

• (35:14) Turkey tail mushrooms and gum disease

• (38:58) Spruce tip tea is full of Vitamin C

Guest Info:

• Dr. Saeid Mushtagh's Naturopathic Practice | Website

• Canadian Pine Pollen | Shop

• Get 15% off Canadian Pollen products with code "DRSANDA"

• Dr. Saeid Mushtagh's book on food sensitivity | Read Here

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Today on the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sanda speaks with Talya Meldy, the founder of Clear Way Health. To date, she has given over 15,000 colon hydro-therapy sessions! We discuss the importance of our colons, what's involved in a hydrotherapy session, and debunk common myths.

The colon is the human garbage can and in need of regular emptying. Tayla and her team are committed to helping people feel their best through this natural form of detoxification. In this conversation, we discuss some of the colon hydrotherapy benefits, including clearer skin, less pain, better sleep, decreased inflammation, mental health benefits, and, my favorite, a general feeling of emptiness in the body and brain following a session. We talk about the importance of our tongue and chewing our food. Your therapist can tell if you haven't! Tayla strongly believes that hydrotherapy should be a part of all medical institutions and rehabs as it effectively targets deeply embedded toxins. She shares how getting in touch with what comes out helps to access what's happening emotionally within. Give it a try!

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Key Takeaways:

• (2:01) What is colon hydrotherapy?

• (6:13) Colon hydro-therapy was discovered in the 14th century BC

• (9:34) Tayla was healed by a colonic before a scheduled surgery

• (19:55) A good colonic has no bad side effects

• (22:16) Parasites and high fructose corn syrup don't come out on their own

• (25:35) How to prepare for a hydrotherapy session

Guest Info:

• Clear Way Colon | website

• Clear Way Health | Instagram

• Text or call direct | 310-804-0958

• Email | [email protected] or [email protected]

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