Oral health expert changes the game with his holistic approach
Did you know that it’s possible to detect signs of Alzheimer’s, diabetes, inflammation, cardiovascular disease and even cancer, just by looking inside your mouth?
An estimated 3.5 billion people worldwide are impacted by oral diseases, according to the WHO’s Global Oral Health Status Report, yet only a little more than half (65.5%) of adults over 18 participated in regular dental visits and cleanings in 2023.
Acclaimed oral health expert Dr. Gerry Curatola is changing the game with his holistic approach to health, showcasing how healing the mouth helps heal the body, and improving the health and longevity of over 10,000 patients.
As the “father” of biologic dentistry, a wellness pioneer, and author of “The Mouth Body Connection,” Dr. Curatola has helped his patients treat and prevent breast cancer, autoimmune disease, thyroid disease/disorders, gut issues, heavy metal toxicity, and related cognitive disorders.
With 20-plus years of oral microbiome and dental toxicity research and over 40 years of clinical practice experience, he has worked with clients including Bill Joel.
Dr. Curatola’s expertise and advice includes:
Root Canal Dangers – Traditional root canal procedures are the only medical procedure where doctors leave something dead in your mouth. Many times, these procedures cause more harm than good, producing endotoxins, bacteria, and bacterial byproducts that can be a source of chronic inflammation and toxicity.
Bacteria = Balance – Contrary to popular belief, most oral issues are caused by an imbalance in the oral microbiome, rather than “bad bacteria.” Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach to treating an illness, biologic medicine takes a 5-layer holistic approach, targeting biologic, biochemical, energetic, psycho-emotional and spiritual factors to achieve balance in the body.
No more Traditional Toothpaste and Mouthwash – Most toothpaste is like soap for your teeth, killing the good bacteria as well as the bad! Similar to taking prebiotics for your gut to nourish the good bacteria you have, using prebiotic toothpaste, like Revintin, can promote a healthier mouth microbiome, leading to fresher breath, stronger teeth, and potentially reduced inflammation.
Stay Away From Artificial Sweeteners – Xylitol, once touted as a healthier alternative to sugar that helps prevent cavities, has been shown to harm multiple body systems, including disrupting the vital balance of ecology in the mouth.
Dr. Curatola is also an adjunct clinical associate professor in NYU’s Department of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, and the founder of Rejuvenation Health®, a global healthcare wellness venture, and Rejuvenation Dentistry®, a multi-specialty integrative dental practice based in New York City and East Hampton.
Getting to the Root of Root Canals
Did you know that your root canal can secretly be making you sick?
Many people are unaware that the commonly performed root canal is the only medical procedure where dead material is left inside the body. As the Mayo Clinic identifies oral health as a “window to your overall health.” This begs the question of what kind of serious effects come from leaving dead tissue in the mouth.
According to acclaimed Oral Health and Wellness expert Dr. Gerry Curatola, in addition to pain, this procedure is a regular source of chronic inflammation and toxicity, and can even lead to cancer, autoimmune disease, thyroid disease/disorders, gut issues, heavy metal toxicity, and related cognitive disorders.
Dr. Curatola, “many traditional root canals can also be avoided and not the ‘go to’ procedure when someone has a toothache. Rather than a traditional root canal one alternative for my patients includes ozone treatments- since ozone is extremely antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal. Or a laser root canal treatment can precisely target and remove the infected issue, reducing inflammation, pain, and the overall time required for the procedure.
