No More Morning Breath and Happy Teeth! – Shelley is back at the dentist, nervous like always. Her last checkup was clear – she’s praying for the same today.
After checking, the dentist finds seven cavities. Seven! It’s as though they happened overnight.
What’s going on? How could Shelley’s teeth suddenly nosedive?
Like skin, teeth are a window into our health. Dental issues are a signal from deep in our bodies and gut, telling the story of our health history.
Solving teeth issues can be confusing and frustrating. Let’s look at the underlying causes of common dental problems so that you can avoid or fix them and save your smile in the process!
What Are Teeth?
Our teeth have an outer layer – the enamel – composed of mostly minerals (96%), primarily calcium.
When we experience tooth discoloration and decay, it’s a sign our body is losing its mineral reserves and pulling from our bones and teeth to compensate.
Author Anthony William, known as the Medical Medium ®, speaks about teeth as “time capsules”, and for good reason. Many of us have mineral deficiencies that start in the womb.
Over time, diets lacking mineral-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, leafy greens, and herbs can lead to root canals, implants, and decay. Lifestyle choices also lead to demineralization, which shows up in our teeth.
Your Gut Health Affects Your Teeth
We are told that sugar is the cavity culprit. Dentists, parents, teachers, and TV commercials all say so! But I’m here to tell you that multiple long-term issues are in play, with a weakened digestive system as the main problem.
Respected dentist Dr. Masha Kogan, DDS, has said, “We see it all the time. People with digestive issues have acid reflux coming up while they’re sleeping and just washing away the enamel, destroying the teeth. Digestive issues, for us, equal teeth problems.”
Harmful bacteria in our gut like streptococcus and h. Pylori thrive on toxins and rotting fats and proteins in our gut. As these bacteria eat, they release ammonia gas which causes problems throughout the body.
While it may be common, morning breath and body odor are not normal. Bad bacteria eating rotten food in our gut and releasing ammonia is the cause, and when we cleanse, odor issues disappear.
“The minute you start the celery juice, three months in the halitosis will be gone. You will see the difference right away.” – Dr. Masha Kogan, DDS.
Strengthening the gut is crucial for oral health. We can remineralize the body, support the liver, and strengthen digestion with fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and cleansing beverages like celery juice, cucumber juice, aloe water, ginger water, and lemon water.
The Acid Epidemic
Our bodies use calcium reserves to counteract harmful acids, pulling from teeth and bones when our diets don’t provide enough. Almost everyone alive is acidic.
Over time, this can lead to tooth decay, discoloration, enamel loss, and loss of bone mass.
A major cause of acidity is heightened adrenaline, which results from chronic stress, high-impact sports, fear-based entertainment, and other adrenalizing activities.
The adrenaline blend produced in extreme circumstances is highly corrosive and rots teeth and bones.
Acidifying foods are another problem. The most harmful are vinegar (including apple cider vinegar), coffee, all forms of dairy, and high-fat meals. Acid from coffee demineralizes teeth years after you’ve quit.
Healing Tools
It takes time to reverse dental issues! But I have seen it happen, don’t lose heart.
The tools below restore digestive strength, remineralize the body and improve oral health. Bring in as many as you can!
Celery juice is a powerful tonic that addresses every oral health issue. Plain celery juice consumed on an empty stomach breaks down rotting food, restores hydrochloric acid, revives stomach glands, destroys harmful bacteria, and remineralizes the body.
Swishing with fresh celery juice for at least one minute daily can halt gum recession, whiten teeth, and remove bacteria linked to bad breath. Consume 16 to 32 oz daily before breakfast for best results.
Lemon water flushes the liver, supporting digestion and providing the body with a highly bioavailable form of calcium. Far from dissolving teeth, nutrients in lemons and limes restore teeth and act as an oral antibacterial.
Silica-rich foods help to restore teeth and bones. These mineral superstars also restore nails, hair, and skin. Good sources include kale (specifically the stems), melons, asparagus, artichokes, dandelion greens, and other leafy greens. Silica-rich herbs to consume as teas or alcohol-free tinctures include nettle leaf, horsetail, oat straw, and rose hips.
Oral care products can also help if they’re naturally formulated – leave that fluoride toothpaste on the shelf! An amazing source of holistic dental care products is Living Libations (check out the Neem Enamelizer Toothpaste and Happy Gums serum!).
“Teeth are alive, and given the proper environment, they can regenerate; this is why internal factors that nourish the teeth are so important.” ― Nadine Artemis, author of Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums and Founder of Living Libations.
Protecting What We Have, Regaining What We’ve Lost
Our teeth teach us a valuable lesson. The health choices we make over time either pay off or hurt us.
The health of our teeth is all about the long game. How did we treat our bodies over the last decade? What will we give our bodies in the coming five to ten years?
If we face challenges with teeth and gums, as with any health challenge, there are answers that can restore what we’ve lost with time and commitment.
Start with small steps to protect those pearly whites long into the future. Take steps to turn the tide and give your body back what it’s lost.
With time, your teeth will show you the fruits of your labor, and your smile will reflect the love and care you’ve shown your body along the way.
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