There is a common belief today about cavities that once you have tooth decay, that cavity can NOT be reversed or healed. Then the only solution is to have part of your tooth drilled out and filled with a synthetic material.
But according to a study published in the British Medical Journal cavities and tooth decay could potentially be healed or reversed with diet.
A study was performed on 62 children with cavities and they were divided into three different diet groups. Group 1 ate a standard diet plus oatmeal (rich in phytic acid). Group 2 consumed their normal diet and supplemented with vitamin D. Group 3 ate a grain-free diet and took vitamin D.
The results found that group 1 who had a diet high in grains and phytic acid had an increase in cavities. Group 2 had improvements in cavities and less form. Group 3 who followed a grain-free diet rich in vegetables, fruits, meat, milk and took vitamin D saw the greatest improvements in which nearly all cavities healed.
This study along with the backing of many doctors and dentists is proving we have been misinformed about what causes cavities and if they can truly be reversed.
Dentist Ramiel Nagel who authored the book Cure Tooth Decay has helped many of his patients “reverse” their tooth decay and would rather not put in fillings. He believes that you can prevent and heal cavities with nutrition.
In this article I am going to go over the causes of tooth decay and how it may be prevented and in many cases even reversed.
(NaturalNews) It is not true that conventional dental treatments and fluoride are the only ways to heal your teeth from cavities. When struck with the diagnoses of a dental cavity, most people feel totally helpless or powerless to do anything about it themselves. The common belief about tooth decay is that once you have a cavity, the tooth cavity cannot heal or reverse. The only solution seems to be to rush off to the dentist and have a synthetic material placed in your teeth to cover the breached tooth structure.
No longer should we continue to accept dental surgery or the dangerous chemical, fluoride, as our only hope and solution for tooth decay.
People go to dentists for regular check-ups, or because they have tooth pain or gum swelling. The dentist takes x-rays and then, many times, informs you of the dreadful news you have a cavity. But you need not worry. For a few hundred dollars, the newest "natural" filling material can be placed in your mouth and the problem is solved.
A 95%+ Effective Tooth Decay Cure with Food
Dr challenged his fellow dentists and asked them to refer their worst possible cases to him. Of 17 of these worst-case individuals with severe cavities, only one patient developed new cavities on Dr. Price's nutritional program, a recurrence rate of 0.4%.
Dr. nutritional program is stated word for word in the book Cure Tooth Decay. Dr. In Cure Tooth Decay the book, several years of trial and error have gone into improving and clarifying Dr. Price's protocol, as well as adding to it. The book, Cure Tooth Decay includes clear explanations of why you need to eat certain foods, while avoiding others. I do not just tell you what to eat, I tell you why to eat it. And when you have a correct understanding of why our bodies need certain foods, you will be able to easily incorporate dietary changes into your life that will create a significant difference in your rate of new cavities.
The Cause of Tooth Decay
To understand the link between diet and tooth decay we must start with one of the most well-respected dentists who ever lived Weston A. Price.
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Weston Price traveled the world searching to discover what causes tooth decay. Dr. Price found a common link between eating modern foods and cavities. He witness that many indigenous isolated tribes had perfect teeth and little tooth decay. But once they were exposed to a western diet they experienced tooth decay, bone loss and chronic illness.
Acid. That is the root cause to tooth decay. Acid in our mouth is created when the bacteria in our mouth is combined with sugar. This acid can attack your teeth for up to 20 minutes after you finish eating. The acid demineralizes, weakens, the structure of your tooth. The acid will not always attack the whole tooth, or every tooth, but where acid comes into sustained contact with enamel, it eats away at it. This process happens over and over again, which results in acid erosion, creating the hole (cavity) in your tooth.
The tooth has 3 main layers to it. The first, outer, layer is called the enamel. This is the hard outer layer of the tooth. The second, middle, layer is called the dentin. Finally, the third, inside layer, of the tooth is called the pulp. The pulp is the center of the tooth and contains nerves and blood vessels. As tooth decay penetrates additional layers of the tooth the more pain and damage is done to the tooth. Waiting too long to care for tooth decay can result in having to remove that tooth and can possibly lead to other problems.
According to the American Dental Association this is the cause of tooth decay:
“[Tooth decay] occurs when foods containing carbohydrates (sugars and starches) such as milk, pop, raisins, cakes or candy are frequently left on the teeth. Bacteria that live in the mouth thrive on these foods, producing acids as a result. Over a period of time, these acids destroy tooth enamel, resulting in tooth decay.”
But the truth is the ADA is only hitting on 1 of the 4 things that could contribute to tooth decay.
According to the insights of Dr. Edward Mellanby, Dr. Weston Price and Dr. Ramiel Nagel there are 4 main things that contribute to tooth decay:
-Lack of minerals in the diet (calcium, magnesium and phosphorus)
-Lack of fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) (especially D)
-Too much consumption of Phytic Acid rich foods
-Too much consumption of processed sugar
Let’s discuss the 4 aspects that cause tooth decay and how they can be addressed with diet.
The following likely will increase your risk of tooth decay:
-Irregular brushing and flossing of your teeth.
-Lack of fat soluble vitamins (mainly vitamins A and D).
-Eating, in excess, foods that are high in sugar and carbohydrates.
-Constant dry mouth. Saliva helps remove food from your mouth, which helps remove sugar from your mouth.
-Lack of minerals in your diet.
-Diet high in phytic acid.
-Diet consisting of high amounts of processed foods (Standard American Diet “SAD”).
-Diabetes.
-The use of tobacco products.
-Children. The teeth are still growing and much like any other body part or organ that is growing, the minerals in the tooth is not as strong as an adults. This makes it easier for the acid to erode the tooth.
-Frequent snacking provides a constant stream of food for the bacteria in your mouth to produce acid and decay the tooth.
-Alcohol. Alcohol increases the amount of sugar you intake and it also dries your mouth out. The added sugar creates more opportunity for acid to develop and drying out your mouth does not allow your saliva to remineralize you teeth or remove food from your mouth.
Symptoms
The most common indicator of tooth decay is pain and discomfort. However, not all tooth decay will create pain and discomfort. Below are some common symptoms that indicate you may have tooth decay.
Symptoms
The most common indicator of tooth decay is pain and discomfort. However, not all tooth decay will create pain and discomfort. Below are some common symptoms that indicate you may have tooth decay.
-Pain and discomfort.
-Sensitivity to eating and drinking hot, cold and sweet foods.
-Visible holes. Tooth decays holes may be visible and can be white, yellow, brown and even black.
-Bad breath (especially if the odor seems to be coming from a specific tooth).
-Bad taste in your mouth.
-Swelling and pain in your gums near the decaying tooth.
Prevention
Prevention is always the best medicine to any problem. While there are some unpreventable risks of tooth decay, there are still several ways you can help prevent tooth decay.
-Limit grazing on foods and drinks throughout the day. It is ok to still eat at regular intervals and eat snacks, but it is important to be watchful as to the frequency you are eating and drinking.
-Limit the types of foods you are eating and drinking. Limiting the amount of sugar and carbohydrates you intake throughout the day limits the amount of acid produced in your mouth. Drinking more natural water and herbal teas can help clear your mouth of any excess food and help remineralize your teeth. Also, foods like strawberries, hard cheeses (cheddar and parmesan) and xylitol all can help remineralize your teeth.
-Better oral hygiene. Oral hygiene for 2 to 3 minutes a day, 2 or 3 times a day, will help prevent tooth decay. Better oral hygiene helps remove and limit the amount of plaque on your teeth, which reduces the amount of acid-producing bacteria in your mouth.
Healing
Unfortunately, you can follow all of the prevention tips and still end up with tooth decay. However, there are multiple different ways you can try to naturally heal your tooth decay and avoid a trip to the dentist.
-Increase fat soluble vitamins A and D.
Taking 1 teaspoon of fermented cod liver oil and 1 teaspoon of high vitamin butter oil daily will increase your fat soluble vitamin A and D levels.
-Drink 1 to 2 cups of bone broth daily.
Bone broth is full of magnesium, potassium, calcium, sodium, and minerals (trace minerals) that are depleted from our food supply.
-Use a remineralizing tooth paste.
-Try oil pulling.
Oil pulling involves putting 1 to 2 teaspoons of coconut oil and 2 drops of essential oil into your mouth and swishing for 10 to 20 minutes. Once you are done swishing you spit out the oil and rinse with warm water. Finish by brushing your teeth.
-Trace mineral drops. Take 10 trace mineral drops in the morning.
-Eggshells (click here to see the benefits of eggshells).
Boil 8 to 10 eggshells in water for about 5 minutes. Let the eggshells air dry and then grind them into a fine powder. Ingest ½ a teaspoon a day of the eggshells (you can sprinkle this over your food or just mix with a cup of water).
The Supplements:
-Fermented Cod Liver Oil
is the holy grail of tooth supporting supplements. It is extremely high in fat soluble vitamins A, D, and K which are all vital for tooth remineralization and which I recommend in my own Tooth Remineralizing Protocol.
-Magnesium
can also make a difference in tooth health as many people are deficient and the body needs enough magnesium to be able to effectively use calcium and phosphorus.
-Gelatin
As many people don’t make the time to make bone broth each day, gelatin can provide an alternative (though bone broth is still better). It is great for the gums and digestion and can help the body absorb nutrients more readily.
How to Reverse Cavities Naturally
Don’t be fooled, there in addition to brushing and flossing daily, there are several ways you can reverse cavities and maximizes your oral health without resorting to taking in fluoride. Here are just a few for you to consider:
*Removing Sugar
Probably the worst culprit of them all for anyone who desires healthy, cavity-free teeth, sugar should be avoided like the plague. Not only does sugar feed oral bacteria that prevents a healthy flow of dental fluids, it is highly acidic and can literally decalcify or demineralize the structural content of teeth that create dental decay.
This means staying away from soda, candy, and baked goods with sugar. Additionally, use raw honey and maple syrup and drink juices sparingly as too much sugar can contribute to cavity formation. Be careful of artificial sweeteners because of their health risks as well. Bottom line: Make stevia your new best friend along with raw honey in moderation!
*Removing Phytic Acid
Phytic acid (phytate) is a mineral blocker and enzyme inhibitor found in grains, nuts, seeds and beans which can serious health problems in our diets. The main reason phytic acid has become an issue today is because we have stopped ancient food preparation techniques such as sprouting or sourdough fermentation which kills off the phytic acid.
According to research published in the The Lancet a diet high in phytic acid will create mineral deficiencies and cause osteoporosis.
80% of phosphorus in grains and beans is bound to phytic acid so it is completely un-absorbable. In addition to blocking phosphorus availability in humans, these molecules bind minerals necessary for oral health such as calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc; thus, causing them to be unavailable for proper utilization. Consuming foods high in phytic acid decreases magnesium absorption by 60% and zinc by 20%.
Phytic acid not only doesn’t allow you to absorb in minerals in your food, it also leaches minerals out of your body, bones and teeth!
Subsequently, the powerful anti-nutritional effects of phytic acid have been known to cause digestive disorders, lack of appetite, nutrient deficiencies, and tooth decay. A good rule of thumb is to limit your grain consumption and stay completely clear from unfermented soy products. Because phytic acid is much higher in foods grown using modern high-phosphate fertilizers than those grown in natural compost, try to only eat foods that are organic and GMO-free. If you are aiming to improve your health and reverse cavities, foods high in phytic acid like grains, beans, nuts and soy should be avoided. However, if you soak grains or nuts and then sprout them or do sourdough fermentation you can reduce phytic acid by around 50 – 100%.
*Raw Dairy and Nutrient Rich Foods
Raw dairy is filled with the vitamins and minerals that contribute to a healthy dental fluid flow and help maintain strong teeth. Loaded with calcium, vitamin K2, vitamin D3, magnesium, phosphorus, and fat-soluble vitamins it is a good idea to consume raw dairy products at least weekly. I recommend goat’s milk kefir, raw cheeses and organic grass-fed butter are great options.
Remember, if you’re going to beat tooth decay, you need to increase your fat soluble vitamin intake and mineral intake. If I were creating an ideal diet to follow, it would look like this:
-Rich in animal foods like bone broth, meat, fish and eggs.
-Raw and cooked vegetables especially green leafy vegetables.
-Raw dairy like kefir, cheese and grass-fed butter
-Fruit one piece daily early in day
-High vitamin D – get plenty of sunshine and days not in sun supplement with 5,000IU daily of D3.
-Foods high in healthy fat like coconut oil, avocado, olives and fish or fermented cod liver oil.
-Fermented grains only and in moderation such as true sourdough bread (or even better no grains at all). You can buy raw flours and breads here: bluemountainorganics.com and wisechoicemarket.com
-Nuts, seeds and beans only that have been sprouted. You can find sprouted nuts and seeds at: bluemountainorganics.com.
-Finally, NO processed food, packaged food or fast food.
*Mineralizing Tooth Paste
First of all, I know it can get expensive, but there are several brands of fluoride-free toothpaste that you won’t have to pay a small fortune to get your hands on. Second, if you’re looking to save a buck or two and also want to remineralize your teeth in a particularly powerful way, try making your own!
-4 tbsp. Coconut Oil
-2 tbsp. Baking Soda (aluminum free)
-1 tbsp. xylitol or 1/8 tsp. stevia
-20 drops peppermint or clove essential oil
-20 drops trace minerals or (calcium/magnesium powder)
*Oil Pulling
Used for centuries by Ayurvedic medicine, oil pulling is a fantastic oral detoxification procedure that has gained some popularity in the U.S. the last several years. Simply done by swishing a tablespoon of oil in your mouth for 20 minutes, this simple process has been praised to cure everything from gingivitis to headaches to systemic diseases like diabetes! If you can’t do 20 minutes, 3-5 minutes is still good. I recommend using coconut oil or MCT Oil and a drop or two of clove and/or tea tree essential oils for maximal antiseptic and antifungal power. Here are some tips:
-The best time to oil pull (like most other detoxification procedures) is first thing in the morning right after you get out of bed.
-Don’t let the 20 minutes time frame deter you. You won’t even notice 20 minutes have gone by if you do this during your normal morning routine (i.e. while you shower, put your clothes on and prep for the day).
-Immediately afterwards, rinse your mouth out with warm water. Use salt water for added antimicrobial properties.
-Don’t be shocked if the oil/saliva mixture you spit out is milky white or yellow.
-Finally, brush your teeth as normal.
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