Did You Know

  • Amalgam contains 50% mercury
  • Mercury is the third most toxic substance known to man, lead is second and arsenic the first
  • Flossing on a daily basis can prevent gum disease and tooth decay
  • Gum disease and coronary artery disease are closely related
  • Amalgam must be disposed of as a toxic waste due to mercury content, yet many dentists are trained that amalgam is considered to be non-toxic once it is in your mouth!
  • Eating nuts like almonds helps prevent tooth decay
  • Diet Coke is more damaging to teeth than Coke as it is more acidic. Both contain high levels of caffeine
  • Sugar Free gum helps stimulate saliva which prevents decay (however chewing gum with amalgam fillings can release mercury vapour)
  • Amalgam Removal may significantly reduce symptoms of chronic illnesses and improve energy levels and sleep patterns as amalgam removal reduces the body burden of mercury
  • Toothpaste containing fluoride in America comes with a poison warning
    (1 tube of toothpaste ingested by a small child is lethal)
  • Electric toothbrushes are a great tool for people with arthritis
  • Water is essential for all bodily functions as it carries nutrients to our cells and metabolic waste products away from them
  • Our bodies are over 60% water, so why do we drink dehydrating caffeinated beverages when we are thirsty?
  • 80% of people with chronic illness have gum disease
  • Gum disease is associated with causing premature birth and is linked to cardiovascular disease and diabetes
  • Toothpaste was only invented to make brushing your teeth taste nicer
  • Brushing your tongue can reduce bad breath
  • Listerine contains 26% alcohol in the form of ethanol
  • It is not normal to experience any bleeding when brushing or flossing teeth and gums as bleeding gums indicate a level of gum disease and reflects the level of overall vitality of the bod
  • Thorough oral hygiene can preserve teeth for a lifetime
  • Properly fitted Mouthguards do reduce dental injury while playing sport
  • 80% of dogs have some form of dental disease by the age of 3
  • Being well hydrated by drinking water helps produce good quality saliva that protects your teeth
  • Caffeine is a diuretic which causes you to loose water, it also revs up your nervous system simulating the same reaction as stress upon the body
  • The presence of wisdom teeth does not necessarily mean you are wise
  • When consumption of refined carbohydrates and sugar were rationed during WWII the incidence of dental caries (decay) reduced
  • It is the frequency of sugar intake not the amount consumed which is more significant in causing decay
  • Headaches can be directly related to clenching and grinding of teeth
  • Fresh fruit, vegetables, unprocessed food, raw food and water help to keep you younger by mopping up harmful free radicals which age the body
  • A diet rich in protein and fat fills you up faster and actually decreases your appetite
  • There are over 400 types of bacteria found in the average mouth most of which are harmless and actually protect and defend the body
  • Hydrogen Peroxide in a concentration of 3% is a very affective mouthwash and oxidiser for reducing anaerobic bacteria (the nasty bugs)
  • Parsley is a natural breath freshener when chewed slowly, it can be grown easily in your own garden
  • Your mouth is the entry point into your body for all foods and fluids
  • Meditating for up to 10 minutes with The Gentle Breath Meditation has the same beneficial affects on the body as 8 hours sleep
  • To maintain adequate hydration the average person needs to drink at least 2 litres (or 8 glasses) of water per day
  • Sleeping on your stomach is more likely to cause twisting of the spine and pelvis, neck and jaw problems and headaches than sleeping on your back
  • Caffeine is a stimulant and can increase your levels of stress hormones and insulin and lead to raised blood pressure
  • Adequate intake of magnesium can reduce muscular cramps and clenching and grinding of teeth
  • Vitamin C is a great antioxidant which mops up free radicals and strengthens the immune system
  • A diet high in carbohydrates makes you crave more sugars and makes you want to eat more
  • Balanced nutrition, adequate water intake, regular gentle exercise/activity and quality sleep are the keys to good health
  • 97% of the population have some form of gum disease
  • It takes 20 minutes for your saliva to neutralise the acids and sugars in foods when you eat
  • Magnesium can help reduce fatigue, anxiety and chocolate cravings. It also improves quality of sleep and stabilises your mood
  • Your mouth and teeth are connected to you body by a vast network of nerves and blood vessels
  • Zinc supports a healthy immune system, is needed for wound healing, helps maintain your sense of taste and smell and supports normal growth and development during pregnancy, childhood, and adolescence
  • Your body needs Calcium every day not just to keep your bones and teeth strong over your lifetime, but to ensure proper functioning of muscles and nerves. It even helps your blood clot