Are your teeth making you sick?

Infections of the mouth can remain silent for a long period of time and may be difficult to manage. Consequently, these infections of the mouth and teeth may not always present in the mouth. They may present distally and cause irregularities in the heart. This may throw off guard the inexperienced practitioner or unsuspecting individual that may not be aware of ipsilateral presentation of dental foci infections. When an individual has a mercury and gold amalgam filling, this can cause a current to form and cause serious erosion of the mercury filling. Chronic infections can cause destruction of the jawbone. This can be demonstrated in a high-quality x-ray. Quite often the extent of the destruction isn’t caught until an extensive amount of bone has been destroyed.
The decision to have a root canal or tooth extraction can be complex, but no matter what decision is made, choosing a biological dentist is best. These individuals specialize in extracting devitalized teeth. A root canal may harbor dangerous bacteria and cause jawbone cavitation. A conventional dentist may not remove all the ligaments when extracting a tooth and this may cause a cavitation in the jawbone. This can hinder the growth of new blood vessels, impede healing and new growth of bone.
Patients with heavy metal fillings should have them removed prior to any type of cavitation surgery. It’s essential that the patient detoxes the liver and kidney to optimize function prior to surgery. Rest is essential for proper healing. It is recommended that patients undergoing this procedure should at least take off 3 days status post-surgery. If a dry socket should form, this would allow bacteria to invade and potentially cause infection. Isopathic drops and homeopathic remedies can aid in facilitating healing.
Ultimately, the decision is up to the patient. However, it is essential that the patient is given all the options to make an informed decision.