Comprehensive Oral Health Testing vs. Propensity Testing vs. Periodontal Testing: What’s the Difference? Oral health is an essential aspect of overall health, yet it is often overlooked. Many people assume that good dental hygiene, such as brushing and flossing regularly, is enough to maintain optimal oral health. However, there may
What is the ApoE Gene & its Function The ApoE gene is a gene that is found within humans and is responsible for controlling the levels of cholesterol and other lipids in the body. It is a gene made up of proteins that help lipids travel in the blood so
Mercury-free dentistry is a growing trend in the dental industry that focuses on the elimination of mercury-containing fillings and other materials. For decades, dental fillings were made up of a combination of mercury, silver, zinc, copper, and tin, and have been linked to health issues such as neurological problems, immune
As a healthcare professional, I’m often asked about the importance of ApoE testing. In this blog post, I will be discussing the various benefits of ApoE testing and how you can use this information to improve your health. Introduction to ApoE Testing ApoE testing is a tool used to
The Lyme Diet: Keeping Healthy During the Holidays The holiday season is upon us which typically means a host of social gatherings are right around the corner. It also means there will be an abundance of tasty treats creating temptations at the table, that are impossible to ignore. If you
“You are what you eat” is a phrase that has floated around because of the idea that your health is a direct reflection of your diet. Well, similarly, the microbes in your mouth can impact your overall health, including being the “root” cause of systematic diseases. Both your dentist and
By Blanche D Grube, DMD I am going to answer this question by first telling you my personal story, then you, will quickly see the answer to the question. My story began in March of 2020, when I was playing golf in Hilton Head, South Carolina. It was my first
Utilization of Whole, Fractioned, or Ground Teeth for DNA Microbial Testing: Is There a Difference? By Leslie Douglas, PhD, Blanche D. Grube, DMD, and Anita Vazquez Tibau Introduction The impact that oral health has on whole body health is no longer a question; in fact, over 100 systemic diseases have been linked
A General Review of Titanium Toxicity by Kyeong Tae Kim, Mi Young Eo, Truc Thi Hoang Nguyen & Soung Min Kim Background Titanium is a commonly used inert bio-implant material within the medical and dental fields. Although the use of titanium is thought to be safe with a high success rate, in some cases, there
How exactly do you thank someone for saving your life? 14 years ago my Lyme nightmare began. I became deathly ill after gardening one afternoon and my arms were covered in dots and blister-like bumps. I had flu-like symptoms, became lethargic and struggled to get out of bed. I had
