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Some Recommend Fluoride, but I Recommend Bacteria Ever had to take off work because you had a toothache? Then got the bill and had an ache in your bank account? What if I had a secret, a little pearl if you will, to help prevent that from ever happening again? You’re in luck, I do! … Read more
The Origin Dental Wellness center is expanding our treatment capabilities with the addition of ozone therapy. You may be familiar with ozone’s role in protecting us from the sun’s harmful UV rays, but for those new to many integrative and holistic treatment options, it may be the first time you’ve heard about the medicinal use … Read more
At Origin Dental Wellness, we have the privilege to work with a lot of young families. The joy in this is that we see a lot of Moms and Dads who are genuinely engaged in the well-being of their children. They are often constantly educating themselves on the best nutrition and resources to keep their … Read more
In a practice that deals honestly with failing root canal treated teeth, and subsequent extraction of the failed root canal treated tooth, we are often confronted with the problem of how to replace a missing tooth. As a matter of fact, one of the most common questions that patients ask is, “What is the best … Read more
We moved to our new location in August 2018 for many reasons, the main one being that we had simply outgrown our 900 square foot remodeled house. It was beginning to feel more like a maze as we struggled to find a place to put each new piece of equipment. And then when we realized … Read more
“Hi, I would be a new patient and would like to schedule a cleaning”. This is a very common first line we hear when someone calls our office. The new patient experience is quite different here at Origin Dental Wellness so we’d like to give you a glimpse of what goes on during that appointment. … Read more
I get this question a lot: “What can I do to keep my teeth healthy if I don’t want to use fluoride?”. It is a valid question. And although I am tempted to jump into the fluoride debate (one in which I stand with the exiguous number of dentists who don’t believe it should be … Read more
So yes, we all know a PG rating on a movie means parental guidance. We are ready for some harsh language or possible sexual innuendo. Perhaps we prescreen the movie before our kids are allowed to see it. That is some “A game” parenting right there. There is a new PG to be aware of … Read more
Water found in nature will generally have a pH between 6.5 and 8.5. The pH of water is a measure of its acidity. “pH” stands for “potential of hydrogen”. The H is capitalized because it’s the chemical symbol for hydrogen. The pH scale measures the relative concentrations of hydrogen ions and hydroxyl ions in a … Read more
Ever been told you have TMJ? Did you know TMJ is really a misnomer? More accurately, it’s considered TMD, which stands for TemporoMandibular joint Dysfunction. The joint is the hinge that connects your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull, which are in front of each ear. It lets you move your jaw up … Read more
There is a ton of scientific evidence stating, yes indeed the mouth is connected to the rest of the body. What does this really mean? It means the bacteria in the mouth is shared throughout the rest of the body. If you have periodontal disease, that bacteria can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. … Read more
So, if mercury is a known neurotoxin, and it’s in the mouths of millions of people, what are the options for removing it safely? And what is a safe material to replace it with? Thankfully, there is a safe protocol in removing silver mercury fillings in such a way that the mercury vapor exposure is reduced. … Read more
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