Brushing our teeth is an exercise in self-care that most of us do at least twice a day but there is also something we seldom consider; the health of that toothbrush. It might shock you to realize that literally millions of microorganisms (bacteria) live on the bristles of your personal toothbrush. That comes down to millions of microscopic bugs that can potentially cause flu, colds and other illnesses.

Recent studies have confirmed that oral health is connected with overall healthfulness. For example, there is a strong correlation between heart disease, diabetes, premature delivery in pregnant women, and strokes; and gum disease. Researchers discovered there are upwards of 10 million bacteria live on the typical toothbrush and we know that tooth decay is also caused by the type of bacteria that can survive on toothbrushes.

Studies have proven that cold and flu viruses and even the viruses that cause fever blisters (Herpes Simplex I) can survive on toothbrushes for several days – infecting and re-infecting the unsuspecting owner of that toothbrush. Here are just a few viruses that thrive on toothbrushes and some of the problems they can cause:

• E. Coli: bloody diarrhea and severe abdominal pain and tenderness with no fever
• Influenza Virus: fever, cough, headache and fatigue, sore throat, vomiting and diarrhea
• Staphylococci Bacteria: abscesses, boils, and skin infections
• Herpes Simplex I: can affect the mouth, face and skin and can be present in the body without symptoms, generally causes recurring and painful blisters (cold sores or fever blisters)
• Candida Albicans: mild nasal congestion, blisters in the mouth, sore throat or abdominal pain, and/or fatigue, dizziness and mood swings
• Coliform Bacteria: usually present along other disease-causing bacteria and organisms

Some researchers also discovered bio-film thriving on toothbrushes, which is living colonies of breeding bacteria, with estimated numbers as high as 100 million microorganisms existing on individual brushes.

Protecting Your Toothbrush

Surprisingly, it isn’t the bacteria from your mouth that contributes to the worst bacterial problems on a toothbrush, it’s the fact that most people store their toothbrush unprotected in the open, on
the bathroom counter top. By far, flushing the toilet is the worst culprit for germs found on most toothbrushes. Every time you flush the toilet invisible jets of water propels germs into the air, where they can land on toothbrushes.

Family toothbrushes stored side-by-side only compound the risk of sharing germs and viruses. Bacteria, molds, and fungi love moist environments provided by most bathrooms and they also love dark enclosed spaces, so storing toothbrushes in the medicine cabinet may not be as ideal as you might think.

While most dentists recommend replacing your toothbrush every couple of months, most American’s aren’t likely to change their toothbrushes more than twice a year. Here are some steps you can take to keep your toothbrush germ free:

Storage: Store toothbrushes away from the toilet in a cool, dry place.

Rinse well: Wash off your toothbrush thoroughly with tap water every time you use it.

Dry it after use: Dry your toothbrush thoroughly between brushings and avoid using toothbrush covers, which can create a moist enclosed breeding ground for bacteria.

Store it upright. Store your toothbrush upright in a holder, rather than lying it down.

Keep it to yourself: Never share a toothbrush and avoid storing it side-by-side in the same container with other people’s brushes.

Ultraviolet Light: Studies indicate that ultraviolet light can be effective in killing germs on toothbrushes and are able to kill many of the bacteria, yeasts, and viruses. A study conducted at New York University Medical Center on countertop ultraviolet toothbrush sanitizers found that this device eliminated up to 99.9 percent of bacteria tested on toothbrushes.

Hydrogen Peroxide Rinse: Cheaper than an ultraviolet device and a measure perhaps just as effective could be the practice of rinsing your toothbrush after each use with hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is antibacterial, antifungal, kills mold and mildew and when used properly, it is non-toxic for humans, plants, household animals.

Best practice: keep it clean and keep on brushing

Now that you know how to keep your toothbrush truly clean and germ free as a way to protect yourself and your family from harmful bacteria, it is also important to choose a brush that will do the work of keeping your teeth clean without harming the delicate surface of the tooth or gums. Choose a brush with soft or medium bristles, as they are gentler on the gums and may actually clean better because they’re more flexible. Brush twice a day, at least two minutes each time and rinse your mouth after sugary or starchy snacks. Replace your toothbrush frequently. These practices combined with visiting your dentist regularly for check-ups and cleanings will help to ensure that you have a lifelong healthy smile.

More than 40,000 root canals are performed every day in the United States affecting more than 25 million people annually.

What most people haven’t yet come to realize is that root canal procedures can lead to serious life threatening or chronic health issues including cancer and heart disease.

Chronic Disease Linked to Root Canals

Dr. Weston Price, a well-known dentist and researcher noted for extensive research conducted in the early part of the 20^th Century, was able to demonstrate that a high percentage of chronic degenerative diseases can and do originate from root canal therapy. The most frequent are heart and circulatory diseases. The next most common diseases were those of the joints, arthritis and rheumatism followed by diseases of the brain and nervous system.

In one of his studies, Dr. Price transferred diseases harbored by humans into rabbits, by implanting fragments of teeth from root-canals. He found that root canal fragments transplanted from a person, who had suffered a heart attack, when implanted into a rabbit, would cause a heart attack in the rabbit within only a few short weeks. The heart attack study was conducted with 100% effectiveness while other diseases were more than 80% transferable by following this same method.

Through Dr. Price’s research we now know that nearly every chronic degenerative disease has been linked with root canals, including:

• Heart disease
• Kidney disease
• Arthritis, joint, and rheumatic diseases
• Neurological diseases such as ALS
• Autoimmune diseases
• Various types of cancers
• Musculoskeletal diseases
• Irritable bowel diseases such as Crohn’s Disease
• Fibromyalgia
• Depression

People with healthy immune systems can generally ward off most bacteria that stray away from the infected tooth. But as the immune system weakens, over time or due to an accident or illness or other trauma, a person’s body may not be able to keep the infection from advancing. A weakened immune system will then allow bacteria to grow unchecked and migrate out into surrounding tissues and into the blood stream, where they are then transported various sensitive locations of the body such as an organ or gland or tissue.

The Breast Cancer Connection

More recently, Dr. Robert Jones, a researcher, discovered an extremely high correlation between root canals and breast cancer. His five-year study of 300 breast cancer cases indicated that 93 percent of women with breast cancer had root canals and seven percent had other dental issues. Interestingly enough, in most cases tumors manifest on the same side of the body as the root canal(s) or other dental restoration. Dr. Jones deems that toxins from the bacteria in an infected tooth or jawbone inhibit the body’s natural ability to suppress tumor development.

The Demon Bacteria

Since there is no foolproof way to clean out the narrow tubules of a dead tooth, it will eventually become an incubator for highly toxic anaerobic bacteria. It has been found that literally billions of bacteria live in and around root canals, where they generate some of the most toxic organic substances, 1,000 times more toxic than botulism toxin. As the bacteria mutate over time into more and more virulent forms, they eventually migrate from the root of the tooth into the bone where they cause infections, called cavitations. Inside these bone cavities the bacteria begin to produce the more highly toxic poisons – including mercaptans, thioethers and others.

Dr. Jones relates the presence of toxins in the cells to the onset of cancer. His study indicates that the toxins thwart the production of key proteins and, without these proteins; there is nothing to stop cells or clusters of cells from becoming cancerous. Studies conducted at North Carolina Institute of Technology (NCIT) using toxins from 900 extracted root canal teeth and over 4000 biopsies of infected bone, have demonstrated extreme inhibition of the production of these important proteins. Their studies have led researchers to believe some cases of cancer are the result of chronic exposure to these toxins.

Although the American Dental Association and the American Association of Endodontists reject the research indicating that the bacteria found in and around root canals can cause disease, we know that they base this misguided assumption on the idea that the bacteria in diseased teeth are the SAME as normal bacteria in your mouth—and nothing could be farther from the facts.

Bacteria Linked to Disease

Bacteria can be identified using DNA analysis, whether they’re dead or alive, by looking at their DNA signatures. The Toxic Element Research Foundation (TERF) used DNA analysis to examine root canal teeth, and they found bacterial contamination in 100% of the samples tested. They were able to identify more than 40 different species of anaerobic bacteria in each sample. In cavitations, 67 different bacteria were identified among the 85 samples tested, with 19 to 53 types of bacteria each individual sample. The bacteria found by similar tests conducted by independent laboratories reveal the following types:

• Acinetobacter baumanii – linked to Pneumonia and Periodontal disease
• Gemella morbillorum – linked to invasive endocarditis, Meningitis & Arthritis
• Klebsiella – linked to pneumonia Lung infections, infections of the Urinary Tract, biliary tract & Osteomyelitis & Meningitis
• Porphyromonas gingivalis – Protein metabolism, Biofilms, leads to Bone destruction and Premature labor
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa – linked to Central Nervous System disorders, Endocarditis, Brain abscesses & increase in liver enzymes, Prosthetic heart valve invasion
• Streptococcus mitis – found in Strep Throat, Scarlet fever and linked to heart failure –

And this is just a sample of the more common types of bacteria. The following bacteria found in root canals of the TERF study are also known to affect the heart, nerves, kidneys, brain, and sinus cavities. They include:

• Rhpumatir fpvpr
• Capnocytophagaochraceavi
• Fusobacteriumnucleatumvii
• Leptotrichiabuccalis
• Porphyromonasgingivalis ix

Bottom Line: Root Canals Create Toxic Bacteria

Up to 400 percent more bacteria are found in the surrounding tissues of the root canal tooth than in the tooth itself, indicating that the dead tooth works as an incubator for bacteria that feed on the periodontal ligament where they mutate, grow in number and eventually invade the bone surrounding the root canal.

If you have been told you need a root canal your best option is to get a second opinion. In some cases your holistic dental practitioner will be able to find an alternative to root canal treatment or extraction. If that is not possible, we can work with you to make sure that the root canal treatment is done in such a way as to minimize toxicity of the tooth for a longer period of time. However, surgical extraction using biological method is still the most complete way to rid the body of this problem.

References:

Root Canals Dangerous

http://nmtpractitioner.com/doc/article/2008/RootCanal.html

97% of Terminal Cancer Patients Previously Had This Dental Procedure… http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/02/18/dangers-of-root-canaled-teeth.aspx?e_cid=20120218_DNL_art_1

The Dental Connection to Chronic Illness

http://www.naturalhealinghouse.com/articles_dental-connection.php

More often than not and especially in emergency cases, patients are undecided about the method of tooth replacement they desire a the time of tooth removal. As a result extractions are done in a conventional manner and even with the utmost care bone defects can be  created during the process of extraction. The natural process of bone resorption during healing after extraction can also make things even more complicated.

The case presented in the slideshow below is one where after the emergency extraction, the patient was given a removable partial denture also commonly called “flipper”. After a few weeks of wearing the flipper, the patient could no longer bear with discomfort of the flipper. After review of available options, the patient opted for a conservative, natural , metal free and non-removable method of tooth replacement. A  zirconia crown supported by a ceramic dental implant which is  also made of zirconia was selected to be the method of tooth replacement.

As part of our diagnosis and treatment planning protocol, a low radiation dental CT (CBCT) scan study of the area with the missing tooth  was completed and it was discovered that as a result of the extraction and the loss of bone volume the site of implant placement was compromised. We were also able to determine the remaining bone density/quality, predetermine the exact volume of bone to reconstruct, select the accurate implant size and predetermine the crown shape. The exact location of the maxillary sinus floor was identified and assessed because maxillary sinus perforation can some times occur when implants are placed in the posterior upper jaw. With so much information gleaned from the dental CT scan we were able to safely and predictably place a zirconia dental implant and immediately seat a fixed temporary crown on the implant the same day it was inserted in the jaw.

After a bone integration period and soft tissue maturation of four months, the temporary acrylic crown was removed, impressions were taken and a permanent zirconia crown was fabricated and cemented to the implant.

Live Placement of a Z-Systems Dental Implant

For more than four decades titanium implants have been and continue to be  mainstream in implant dentistry. Most dentists today are trained to use and offer titanium and titanium alloy dental implants which are all metal. However there are increasing clinical reports and scientific research on instances of allergic reaction to titanium implants with spontaneous immediate or delayed implant failures. Other studies have investigated the stability of titanium dental implants and the crowns and bridges placed over them in the oral environment.

Thanks to the stability of the TiO2 layer (oxide layer) on their surface, titanium alloys are exceptionally resistant to corrosion but they are not inert to corrosive attack.  When the oxide layer is broken down and then fails to reconstitute itself, titanium can be as corrosive as many other base metals.  There is increasing evidence that titanium implants when exposed to the oral environment can corrode and result in compromised structural integrity of the implant but also lead to implant loss and potentially life threatening health conditions.

What is Corrosion?

Corrosion can be defined as the graded degradation of materials by chemical or electrochemical attack. This phenomenon is of concern particularly when  metallic implants, metallic/silver fillings, or orthodontic appliances are placed in the hostile electrolytic environment provided by the human mouth. Corrosion can severely limit the fatigue life and ultimate strength of dental materials leading to mechanical failure.

What Type of Corrosion Occurs in the mouth?

The type of corrosive reactions that occur in the oral cavity are electrochemical and are also called wet corrosion. Electrochemical corrosion requires the presence of water or some other fluid electrolytes and in the oral cavity saliva plays that role. This general mode of corrosion is important for dental restorations, implant-to-abutment joints and abutment-to-restoration (crown, bridge, retentive bars etc) connections.  The complexity of the electrochemical process involved in the implant-to-implant superstructure joint and/or connection is linked to the phenomenon of galvanic coupling and stress and pit corrosion.

Galvanic Corrosion

Galvanic corrosion is an electrochemical corrosion, it is the most common form of corrosion that occurs with dental implants. The use and connection of dissimilar metallic restorative materials is called galvanic coupling and may also generate corrosion. Therefore there is a great amount of  concern regarding the types of materials used for suprastructures and crowns over titanium dental implants. When two or more dental prosthetic devices/restorations made of dissimilar alloys come into contact while exposed to oral fluids, the difference between their corrosion potential results in a flow of electric current between them. A galvanic cell is formed in the mouth and the galvanic current causes acceleration of corrosion of the less noble metal. High noble gold alloys are generally chosen as the material of choice for superstructures because of their excellent biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and mechanical properties. However, these materials have become  very expensive and as a result new more affordable less noble alloys such as Ni-Cr, Ag-Pd, and Co-Cr alloys are used instead. These alloys have good mechanical properties, they are less noble than titanium and their biocompatibility and corrosion resistance are of concern.

The galvanic current passes through the metal/metal junction and also through tissues, which causes inflammation and pain in the soft tissue (gums) and bone. In such cases saliva and other fluids in bone and soft tissue become electrolytes and allow the corrosive galvanic currents to take hold. These events trigger immune responses and ultimately possible implant loss.

Stress and Pit Corrosion

This is the second type of corrosion that occurs at the joint of the implant and the implant superstructure. Implant restorations and abutments can have small microscopic pits and crevices on their surface.  With chewing cycles, implant and implant teeth (abutments and crowns) endure high forces stress of various types such as torsional compression and elongation  and as a result stress and pit corrosion occurs.

Microbial Corrosion

Although not fully proven, microbial corrosion is another type of corrosion that can occur in the oral cavity. Titanium and the various alloys that are used to make restorations on implants are prone to retain a great amount of plaque compared to ceramic/zirconia implants. Wherever there is plaque there is bacteria and microbes living in it, and these bacteria release by-products that destroy bone and make natural teeth loose over time if not removed. In the same manner with titanium implants, those microbes and bacteria by-products are acidic in nature and can potentially corrode the titanium and the metal alloys used for restoration over the implants.

Clinical Observations when Corrosion Occurs in The Mouth

As long as metallic dental restorative materials are employed, there will be galvanic currents associated with electrogalvanism  in the oral cavity. For some patients, especially after the placement of  a base metal restoration, pain caused by galvanic currents can occur and be a source of discomfort  and ultimate implant failure.  Corrosion leads to roughening metal surfaces, release of  ions from the metal or alloy, and toxic reactions. The liberation of elements can produce discoloration of the soft tissues around the implant and allergic reactions such as oral edema, perioral stomatitis, gingivitis. Extraoral manifestation such as eczematous rashes in susceptible patients can occur.  In a study by Kirpatrick, et al, it was found that the pathomechanism of poor wound healing is modulated by specific metal ions released by corrosion.

 Conclusion

The mouth is the portal entry of the human body. It is also the habitat of microbial species that are kept wet by saliva. Oral tissues are exposed to a veritable bombardment of both chemical and physical stimuli as well as metabolism of about 30 species of bacteria. Teeth and dental implants function in one of the most inhospitable environments in the body, they are subject to the most extreme temperature variations, enduring temperatures as low as 0°C to hot foods and beverages. Multiple factors such as temperature, saliva, plaque, pH, and the physical and chemical properties of food and liquids as well as oral health conditions may influence corrosion. Yet, for the most part, oral tissues remain healthy.  The combination of stress, ongoing corrosion, and bacteria contribute to implant structural failure and loss of bone integration.

As it has been the case in orthopedics for almost two decades, we now have alternatives in implant dentistry. Metal-free and metal alloy-free solutions are available for teeth replacement, from the implant embedded in bone to the visible crown in the oral cavity. Zirconia (ceramic) dental implants and all types of all-ceramic restoration (crown, bridge, retentive bars etc) are available. Futhermore bioceramics  accumulate very little plaque if at all thus reducing bacteria habitat, multiplication and by-products. Zirconia dental implants and restorations do not conduct electrochemical currents nor release ions to the oral cavity, surrounding bone and the rest of the body.

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When You Look Good – We Look Good

With the alarming number of Americans who suffer some form tooth loss every year, ceramic dental implants represent the most important and aesthetically pleasing option available today for tooth replacement. We find that the newest form of ceramic implants is comfortable for our patients, and due to their all-white color they are highly attractive in appearance. Dental implants are a sensible alternative to bridges, partials or dentures and most importantly; ceramic dental implants look and feel like natural teeth, so much so that you might forget that you ever lost a tooth.

How it works

A dental implant is created from a high performance material called zirconium oxide that is inserted into the jaw bone to act like a natural tooth-root. Due to its nonmetallic construction the ceramic dental implant does not interfere with the body’s immune or meridian systems and therefore does not create a potential for rejection. Once anchored into the jaw, the implant integrates directly into the bone to give firm support to the artificial replacement that it is built to hold.

Advantages of Ceramic Dental Implants

When it comes to options for tooth replacement patients are increasingly choosing dental implants over more conventional dental prostheses. Not only does and implant sit securely in the jaw and look like natural teeth, they also offer superior durability and outstanding aesthetics. Implants of a variety of materials have been used successfully for about 40 years and the latest generation of ceramic implant systems made of zirconium oxide takes the science of dental implants to the next level. Ceramic implants also present almost no danger of corrosion, something that is often a serious problem with metal based dental implants.

With a ceramic dental implant it is possible for patients to enjoy the most natural form of firmly anchored teeth, without having to resort to the inconvenience and embarrassment of dentures. In addition, the ceramic implant creates a beautiful restoration that is extremely stable and strong, able to withstand even the most intense chewing demands.

The material known as zirconium oxide comes from the mineral zircon, which possesses all the advantages that earlier forms of ceramics had to offer, plus it is able to sustain an extreme load capacity, features a very long service life, and presents no conductivity or interference in the body’s meridian systems. We value it for its striking resemblance to natural teeth which offers an aesthetically perfect final result for our patients.

Reasons to consider a ceramic dental implant:

• naturally replace the missing teeth without affecting/grinding the surrounding teeth
• no electrical currents between the titanium implant and the crown on the implant
• there is no ion release to your mouth and body
• no corrosion of the implant
• looks and feel like natural teeth
• increases self-confidence when eating, talking and smiling
• no gooey denture adhesives or embarrassing loose dentures
• improves speech
• perfect comfort and fit

Ultimately, not worrying about your dentures falling out of your mouth when you are speaking or eating offers a freedom that simply makes sense. The more naturally stable foundation offered by a dental implant certainly improves biting pressure, making it possible to enjoy the foods that you probably would not be able to using a dental prosthetic. With improved chewing ability you are also likely to have a better diet and therefore improved overall healthfulness.

A ceramic dental implant restoration is now more convenient and clearly a healthier alternative to metal implants. To learn more about ceramic dental implants and other services we offer, or to schedule an evaluation give us a call at 301-588-0768 or Request an Implant Evaluation by Clicking Here.

You probably already know that  the prospect of having a root canal can be to most people a nerve wrenching experience. Furthermore teeth treated with root canals tend to get reinfected and/or fracture because they are mummified teeth. But did you realize that when you choose to have a tooth extracted instead of a root canal you are still at a high risk of developing bone infections because of the toxins released by bacteria that are trapped or improperly cleaned out at the time of extraction? This happens when people have had tooth extractions and more so when they have had their wisdom teeth taken out, or have suffered a variety of other abscesses, injuries to the teeth and jaw. As early as 1920, G.V. Black commonly referred to as the “father of modern dentistry” had observed, studied and written about these bone infections and lesions.  This is not to say that everyone undergoing the above will ultimately develop health issues as a result, but evidence is mounting that a huge percentage of us are at risk.

The Culprit

Ultimately the perpetrator is bacteria … bacteria that were not neutralized or adequately flushed out after an oral surgery or extraction. Once trapped inside the post-surgery cavity these bacteria can incubate for years, leaking toxic residue into the blood stream and causing a host of health issues, both local to the jaw by affecting its blood supply and other areas of the body. In addition to bacteria, sometimes this area will host other harmful elements including viruses, fungus and parasites. In other words, when a root canal is performed on a tooth, bacteria from within that tooth can produce very strong chemicals that are highly neurotoxic. Similarly when after an extraction the bone is not properly cleaned and treated, the bacteria around the tooth or even from the mouth can be trapped in bone and eventually release toxins. Research has shown these toxins can then combine with chemicals or heavy metals, such as mercury, and form even more potent toxins. These neurotoxins can over time be released into the bloodstream where they destroy many otherwise critically important enzymes within the body.

This scenario happens under what dentists consider the normal extraction situation; the tooth is removed but the ligament that holds the tooth in place is left behind, and consequently toxins remain within the ligament, infect and destroy the bone and eventually slowly seep into the body, potentially creating chronic health issues.

Worst Case Scenario

You might think it’s bad enough to think about having neurotoxic bacteria, fungus and other unsavory creatures swimming in the open spaces between your teeth and gums, but there actually is one thing worse; cavitations. Now, cavitations are exactly what they sound like they are; a hollowed out area or hole – and in this case, a cavern occurs when all too active bacteria has successfully departed the original post-surgical site and has somehow begun to impress itself into the actual jawbone. Every additional hole created by this process is filled with decaying bone and tissue that leaves behind an ever greater potential for bacteria (and their unsavory cohorts and associated neurotoxins) to flourish and grow. Eventually this caustic soup of poison leaks into the blood stream where it can cause or exaggerate other existing health issues in the body.

How do you know if you have a cavitation?

Although cavitations can go undetected for years in an otherwise healthy person, jaw pain sometimes occurs in patients suffering from bone lesions and sometimes jaw pain will manifest after a sinus infection, which can then also lead to the discovery of a cavitation. But it seems that the vast majority of people seeking to discover whether or not they have cavitations are those also suffering from other chronic health issues. It is the overriding health condition that has brought them back to the dentist seeking ways to cut down on potential toxins flowing into the bloodstream

The first step in successfully diagnosing cavitations can be made using a variety of diagnostic tools which can include CAT scans and MRI’s but since these methods expose a patient to undesirable levels of radiation, they aren’t the optimal tools for detection. The best method of detection is often through a ConeBeam Cat Scan (CBCT) and applied kineseology (AK) or muscle testing.

Treatment

Once properly diagnosed, treatment for a cavitation commonly starts by surgically removing any dead bone, tissue and other debris. Additional treatment options include the use of lasers and ozone treatments as well as probiotics and other natural products/techniques. Once applied, these methods help to create a clean and sterile environment that promotes healing at the site, and ultimately throughout the body.

Additional information: INCIDENCE LEVELS AND CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS RELATED TO CAVITATIONS