Re: oil pulling with amalgam fillings

[Guest guest]

Where did you read this about amalgams? Was it in something Bruce Fife wrote?

I'm 57, have tons of these fillings (and no $$ to remove them) plus 5 root

canals (no partridge in pear tree, tho') I've been oil pulling for several

months. My teeth/gums are in great shape now, and I've " survived " very close

exposure to students w/strep throat twice now

Laurie

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From: Ellison <lindamusician@...>

Coconut Oil

Sent: Mon, January 10, 2011 4:46:57 PM

Subject: oil pulling with amalgam fillings

I'm interested in using coconut oil for oil pulling, and I recently read that

this should not be done if one has amalgam fillings.  Does anyone know anything

about this?  Thanks.

     

[Guest guest]

I have been doing it for over a year (with amalgam filings) and my

dental.gum, and mouth hygiene and health have never been better.

Even my dentist was shocked.

Regards

Nick

On Mon, Jan 10, 2011 at 3:46 PM, Ellison <lindamusician@...>wrote:

>

>

> I'm interested in using coconut oil for oil pulling, and I recently read

> that this should not be done if one has amalgam fillings. Does anyone know

> anything about this? Thanks.

>

>

[Guest guest]

I am reassured by these replies.  I had read in a few places, that since the oil

draws or " pulls "   out toxins, it could draw out more of the toxic mercury from

the  fillings.  One person even said his fillings became loose and came out!  I

suppose that could be a good thing. This is a bit off topic, I suppose, but does

anyone know what is the best substance to replace an amalgam filling with after

it is removed? 

>

>

> I'm interested in using coconut oil for oil pulling, and I recently read

> that this should not be done if one has amalgam fillings.  Does anyone know

> anything about this?  Thanks.

>

>

[Guest guest]

Occasionally people report that they have lost dental fillings when they

started oil pulling. Let me ease your fears. Oil pulling will not and cannot

loosen properly placed fillings. The only time oil pulling will affect

fillings is if the teeth underneath have decayed and are full of infection.

In this case, the foundation on which the fillings are secured, is badly

decayed and unable to hold the dental material. Oil pulling removes,

bacteria, pus, and mucus. It cannot pull out amalgam or composite dental

materials from the teeth. If you have fillings or crowns, you are completely

safe.

If however, a filling does come loose, be thankful. This indicates that the

underlying tooth is rotting and full of infection. This infection is

spreading throughout your mouth and your entire body. You need to have it

removed as soon as possible. If oil pulling brought your attention to this

problem, you are lucky because now you know the problem exists and can take

care of it without it experiencing further harm.

Amalgam fillings are 50% mercury and are dangerous. A much better option are

composite fillings.

Bruce

From: Coconut Oil

[mailto:Coconut Oil ] On Behalf Of Ellison

Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 3:43 AM

Coconut Oil

Subject: Re: oil pulling with amalgam fillings

I am reassured by these replies. I had read in a few places, that since the

oil draws or " pulls " out toxins, it could draw out more of the toxic

mercury from the fillings. One person even said his fillings became loose

and came out! I suppose that could be a good thing. This is a bit off

topic, I suppose, but does anyone know what is the best substance to replace

an amalgam filling with after it is removed?

>

>

> I'm interested in using coconut oil for oil pulling, and I recently read

> that this should not be done if one has amalgam fillings. Does anyone

know

> anything about this? Thanks.

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Nick,

I had all of my amalgam fillings removed about 3 years ago and had them all

replaced with the composite fillings. They look much better than the nasty

amalgam not to mention that it's healthier for you. I believe it's worth the

price of the removals.

--

I am reassured by these replies. I had read in a few places, that since the

oil draws or " pulls " out toxins, it could draw out more of the toxic

mercury from the fillings. One person even said his fillings became loose

and came out! I suppose that could be a good thing. This is a bit off

topic, I suppose, but does anyone know what is the best substance to replace

an amalgam filling with after it is removed?

I have been doing it for over a year (with amalgam filings) and my

dental.gum, and mouth hygiene and health have never been better.

Even my dentist was shocked.

Regards

Nick

[Guest guest]

I had all my fillings replaced, too. I did three-10 appointment series of ionic

foot baths. It draws the toxins out of your body. You do have mercury in you

from the fillings. Also, I took psyllium to remove toxins, uva ursi to detox

the kidneys and milk thistle to detox the liver. I drank a lot of good water to

flush it all out. Deb

>

> Hi Nick,

>

> I had all of my amalgam fillings removed about 3 years ago and had them all

> replaced with the composite fillings. They look much better than the nasty

> amalgam not to mention that it's healthier for you. I believe it's worth the

> price of the removals.

>

>

>

> --

> I am reassured by these replies. I had read in a few places, that since the

> oil draws or " pulls " out toxins, it could draw out more of the toxic

> mercury from the fillings. One person even said his fillings became loose

> and came out! I suppose that could be a good thing. This is a bit off

> topic, I suppose, but does anyone know what is the best substance to replace

> an amalgam filling with after it is removed?

>

> I have been doing it for over a year (with amalgam filings) and my

> dental.gum, and mouth hygiene and health have never been better.

> Even my dentist was shocked.

> Regards

> Nick

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Penny:

Not to pry, but I would be interested in how extensive the work was

(every molar?) and about how much you paid.

I am not able to pay for this work at this time, but have been

contemplating it for several years.

Also, was your dentist a naturopathic professional and is he take

precautions so as not to poison you with the mercury gases when drilling?

As to the oil pulling, Alobar has mentioned that the water pick does

this quite well and for very low cost. I concur and have come to rely

on the water pick to clean my teeth for many years..So I just eat the

coconut oil as nature intended (smile).

Related to this topic, I have found that Undenatured Whey Protein

Isolates are quite sticky and the residue will quickly cause massive

builds of plaque if you are not extremely careful to clean off that

residue immediately. This is especially true when it is added to drinks

such as juices or smoothies where there is little chewing. I agree that

that drinking food is a compromise, but I do it often enough. I have

even taken to adding whey to warm (not too hot) coffee, hot chocolate,

and tea. Along with some heavy cream, it makes any drink scrumptious.

The water pick is a powerful instrument in controlling this downside to

an otherwise wonderful protocol... and wonderful taste treat. Life is good!

Regards,

Jim

>Hi Nick,

I had all of my amalgam fillings removed about 3 years ago and had them all

replaced with the composite fillings. They look much better than the nasty

amalgam not to mention that it's healthier for you. I believe it's worth the

price of the removals.

Penny<

--

>>I am reassured by these replies. I had read in a few places, that

since the

oil draws or " pulls " out toxins, it could draw out more of the toxic

mercury from the fillings. One person even said his fillings became loose

and came out! I suppose that could be a good thing. This is a bit off

topic, I suppose, but does anyone know what is the best substance to replace

an amalgam filling with after it is removed?

I have been doing it for over a year (with amalgam filings) and my

dental.gum, and mouth hygiene and health have never been better.

Even my dentist was shocked.

Regards

Nick<<

[Guest guest]

I have a Naturopathic doctor who recommended this dentist. I was informed

that he was trained at removing the amalgam from peoples mouths so as not to

cause poisoning.

I had 8 of them removed, and I opted to have them done at one time as I am

an impatient person at times. At the time I had a very good job, so money

was no issue to me. IF I had to do it now, I would not be able to afford it

all in one visit, so the best thing to do in that circumstance would be to

have one done at a time during each dental visit when you go in for a

cleaning. Find out from the dentist how much it costs to have 1 filling

replaced.

Mine was higher than normal because I chose to be put under, as I truly hate

to sit in a dentist chair getting shots in my mouth. I paid 1,200.00 out of

pocket and the insurance paid the rest which I believe was about 2000.00

BUT...I was put under and also had my teeth deep cleaned at that visit.

--

Hi Penny:

Not to pry, but I would be interested in how extensive the work was

(every molar?) and about how much you paid.

I am not able to pay for this work at this time, but have been

contemplating it for several years.

Also, was your dentist a naturopathic professional and is he take

precautions so as not to poison you with the mercury gases when drilling?

Regards,

Jim

[Guest guest]

I was hoping to get started asap with oil pulling and had heard that people with

amalgams shouldn't do it. I saw on Mr. Fife's site that he says that his book

talks about how to safely pull and carefully detoxify your mouth if you have

these fillings. So I'm kind of confused. Is it ok for me to get started w/ the

oil pulling as it isn't harmful or should I not do it unless I buy his book and

learn how to do it safely?

Thanks for the help. I'm eager to try this out!

>

> Hi Nick,

>

> I had all of my amalgam fillings removed about 3 years ago and had them all

> replaced with the composite fillings. They look much better than the nasty

> amalgam not to mention that it's healthier for you. I believe it's worth the

> price of the removals.

>

>

>

> --

> I am reassured by these replies. I had read in a few places, that since the

> oil draws or " pulls " out toxins, it could draw out more of the toxic

> mercury from the fillings. One person even said his fillings became loose

> and came out! I suppose that could be a good thing. This is a bit off

> topic, I suppose, but does anyone know what is the best substance to replace

> an amalgam filling with after it is removed?

>

> I have been doing it for over a year (with amalgam filings) and my

> dental.gum, and mouth hygiene and health have never been better.

> Even my dentist was shocked.

> Regards

> Nick

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Ok, maybe asking this a different way might be better. How many of you have

done OP w/ amalgam fillings? Did you experience any negative side effects?

Thanks,

>

> I was hoping to get started asap with oil pulling and had heard that people

with amalgams shouldn't do it. I saw on Mr. Fife's site that he says that his

book talks about how to safely pull and carefully detoxify your mouth if you

have these fillings. So I'm kind of confused. Is it ok for me to get started

w/ the oil pulling as it isn't harmful or should I not do it unless I buy his

book and learn how to do it safely?

>

> Thanks for the help. I'm eager to try this out!

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I have amalgam fillings and have been doing oil pulling for several years. As

far as I can tell I have had no side effects - only good results. I rinse

thoroughly with salt water afterward, then brush. I usually pull for 15-20

minutes, however Ted from the earthclinic advises 5 minutes if you are worried

about mercury leakage. If you are still uncertain or worried you can always buy

Bruce's book. Probably a good idea if you are just starting out.

All the Best,

Dee

> >

> > I was hoping to get started asap with oil pulling and had heard that people

with amalgams shouldn't do it. I saw on Mr. Fife's site that he says that his

book talks about how to safely pull and carefully detoxify your mouth if you

have these fillings. So I'm kind of confused. Is it ok for me to get started

w/ the oil pulling as it isn't harmful or should I not do it unless I buy his

book and learn how to do it safely?

> >

> > Thanks for the help. I'm eager to try this out!

> >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Dee, great infos, thank you. btw is coconut oil a good choice for oil pulling ?

I thought it was mainly olive or sesame oils used.

>

> Hi ,

>

> I have amalgam fillings and have been doing oil pulling for several years. As

far as I can tell I have had no side effects - only good results. I rinse

thoroughly with salt water afterward, then brush. I usually pull for 15-20

minutes, however Ted from the earthclinic advises 5 minutes if you are worried

about mercury leakage. If you are still uncertain or worried you can always buy

Bruce's book. Probably a good idea if you are just starting out.

>

> All the Best,

> Dee

[Guest guest]

Thanks . You've posted some very good info too! Yes, coconut oil is also

a good choice and Bruce Fife prefers it because of it's antimicrobial

properties. Traditionally sesame or sunflower oils were used with excellent

results. I alternate between them as they all have somewhat different

properties. In addition to earthclinic.com there is also good info at

http://hubpages.com/hub/Health_Benefits_of_Oil_Pulling_ with lots and lots of

testimonials if you scroll down. I was able to totally reverse a long standing

gum disease that responded poorly to the usual brushing, flossing, water pik,

etc.

All the Best,

Dee

> >

> > Hi ,

> >

> > I have amalgam fillings and have been doing oil pulling for several years.

As far as I can tell I have had no side effects - only good results. I rinse

thoroughly with salt water afterward, then brush. I usually pull for 15-20

minutes, however Ted from the earthclinic advises 5 minutes if you are worried

about mercury leakage. If you are still uncertain or worried you can always buy

Bruce's book. Probably a good idea if you are just starting out.

> >

> > All the Best,

> > Dee

>

[Guest guest]

Thanks for the info Dee! I tried OP w/ sesame oil this am. I figured that

I'd take it easy and see if I noticed anything w/ the amalgums. I think I

pulled for 15 mins this time and I love how my teeth feel!

On Tue, Mar 15, 2011 at 12:41 PM, Dolores <dgk@...> wrote:

>

>

> Thanks . You've posted some very good info too! Yes, coconut oil is

> also a good choice and Bruce Fife prefers it because of it's antimicrobial

> properties. Traditionally sesame or sunflower oils were used with excellent

> results. I alternate between them as they all have somewhat different

> properties. In addition to earthclinic.com there is also good info at

> http://hubpages.com/hub/Health_Benefits_of_Oil_Pulling_ with lots and lots

> of testimonials if you scroll down. I was able to totally reverse a long

> standing gum disease that responded poorly to the usual brushing, flossing,

> water pik, etc.

>

> All the Best,

> Dee

>

--

" Remember that deciding to be happy and healthy requires courage and focus.

It is ever so much easier to allow negativity and fear to run your life.

Have courage. "

- Dr. Christiane Northrup

[Guest guest]

From what I read, the primary problem with mercury fillings is the

mercury vapor, not the mercury itself.

>Hi ,

I have amalgam fillings and have been doing oil pulling for several

years. As far as I can tell I have had no side effects - only good

results. I rinse thoroughly with salt water afterward, then brush. I

usually pull for 15-20 minutes, however Ted from the earthclinic advises

5 minutes if you are worried about mercury leakage. If you are still

uncertain or worried you can always buy Bruce's book. Probably a good

idea if you are just starting out.

All the Best,

Dee <

[Guest guest]

Dee, Thank you. This is good to know. I will start with 5 minutes/day.

> > >

> > > Hi ,

> > >

> > > I have amalgam fillings and have been doing oil pulling for several years.

As far as I can tell I have had no side effects - only good results. I rinse

thoroughly with salt water afterward, then brush. I usually pull for 15-20

minutes, however Ted from the earthclinic advises 5 minutes if you are worried

about mercury leakage. If you are still uncertain or worried you can always buy

Bruce's book. Probably a good idea if you are just starting out.

> > >

> > > All the Best,

> > > Dee

> >

>

[Guest guest]

,

I've experienced only positive effects with oil pulling with amalgum fillings.

It has saved me from a dentest visit and possible root canal job. Just my

perception, but I've had several in previous years and could feel the tooth

beginning to abcess. The pain was such that I oil pulled 3 times a day for 4 to

5 days as it gradually diminished. Also, after I learned the value of the CO, I

used it every day to heal my bleeding and puffy gums. Now, everything is OK and

I only oil pull 2 or 3 times a week. Don't start with too much CO in your mouth

cuz your saliva will increase what you're holding and your mouth will become

full and you'll drool trying to keep it in.

Craig

Below is an old Bruce Fife post:

What oil pulling actually does is " pull " bacteria,

mucous, pus, and toxins out of the oral cavity, not the bloodstream. Over

90% of the population has some level of existing tooth decay or gum disease.

These chronic infections are frequently unrecognized and if recognized often

ignored but are active breeding infections releasing bacteria and toxins

into the body. This is what poisons the blood, depresses immune function,

and promotes dis-ease in the body. By removing the oral infections--the

source of the poisons--the immune system is better able to do its job and

health improves. There has actually been a great deal of research published

on this subject, it is not a theory, but a proven fact. In my book " Oil

Pulling Therapy " I describe this process in detail and reference well over

100 published studies. Oral health has a great deal of influence on our

overall health. Recent medical research has shown a direct correlation

between oral infections/oral bacteria and many systemic health problems

including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, lung infections, kidney

disease, and even pregnancy complications, to mention just a few. I have

these all documented in my book but you can find them on Medline as well.

One more comment. Someone asked about oil pulling loosening fillings. Oil

pulling will not loosen a properly placed filling that is not damaged by

further decay. Oil pulling will only loosen a filling that is surrounded by

decay and contains an active infection. In such a case you desperately need

to have the filling removed and the decay surrounding it removed. If you

don't, then the bacteria, and poisons they expel, will continually be

released into your mouth, which can lead to systemic complications. If oil

pulling loosens a filling, you are lucky to have the infected filling

identified so the problem can be corrected.

Bruce Fife

>

> Ok, maybe asking this a different way might be better. How many of you have

done OP w/ amalgam fillings? Did you experience any negative side effects?

>

> Thanks,

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

That's awesome Craig! Thanks so much for your input and for sharing Bruce's

quote. I started pulling yesterday and did it w/ sesame oil. I tried the

coconut oil today though since I've heard so many positives about it. It

seemed to get the saliva and mucous moving more than the sesame oil did. My

husband tried it today for 5 mins and he said that he liked how it made his

teeth feel. He has receeding gums (he's only 34) and his dentist told him

it's from him brushing too hard. I've heard many people say the same thing

about what their dentists told them but they aren't buying it. I have heard

them say that OP has helped their gums come back down and they don't have

the sensitivity that goes a long w/ it. I'm hoping the same for him.

Thanks again,

On Tue, Mar 15, 2011 at 8:50 PM, crgstef <crgstef@...> wrote:

>

>

>

> ,

> I've experienced only positive effects with oil pulling with amalgum

> fillings. It has saved me from a dentest visit and possible root canal job.

> Just my perception, but I've had several in previous years and could feel

> the tooth beginning to abcess. The pain was such that I oil pulled 3 times a

> day for 4 to 5 days as it gradually diminished. Also, after I learned the

> value of the CO, I used it every day to heal my bleeding and puffy gums.

> Now, everything is OK and I only oil pull 2 or 3 times a week. Don't start

> with too much CO in your mouth cuz your saliva will increase what you're

> holding and your mouth will become full and you'll drool trying to keep it

> in.

>

> Craig

> Below is an old Bruce Fife post:

>

> What oil pulling actually does is " pull " bacteria,

> mucous, pus, and toxins out of the oral cavity, not the bloodstream. Over

> 90% of the population has some level of existing tooth decay or gum

> disease.

> These chronic infections are frequently unrecognized and if recognized

> often

> ignored but are active breeding infections releasing bacteria and toxins

> into the body. This is what poisons the blood, depresses immune function,

> and promotes dis-ease in the body. By removing the oral infections--the

> source of the poisons--the immune system is better able to do its job and

> health improves. There has actually been a great deal of research published

> on this subject, it is not a theory, but a proven fact. In my book " Oil

> Pulling Therapy " I describe this process in detail and reference well over

> 100 published studies. Oral health has a great deal of influence on our

> overall health. Recent medical research has shown a direct correlation

> between oral infections/oral bacteria and many systemic health problems

> including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, lung infections, kidney

> disease, and even pregnancy complications, to mention just a few. I have

> these all documented in my book but you can find them on Medline as well.

>

> One more comment. Someone asked about oil pulling loosening fillings. Oil

> pulling will not loosen a properly placed filling that is not damaged by

> further decay. Oil pulling will only loosen a filling that is surrounded by

> decay and contains an active infection. In such a case you desperately need

> to have the filling removed and the decay surrounding it removed. If you

> don't, then the bacteria, and poisons they expel, will continually be

> released into your mouth, which can lead to systemic complications. If oil

> pulling loosens a filling, you are lucky to have the infected filling

> identified so the problem can be corrected.

>

> Bruce Fife

>

>

> >

> > Ok, maybe asking this a different way might be better. How many of you

> have done OP w/ amalgam fillings? Did you experience any negative side

> effects?

> >

> > Thanks,

> >

> >

> >

>

>

>

--

" Remember that deciding to be happy and healthy requires courage and focus.

It is ever so much easier to allow negativity and fear to run your life.

Have courage. "

- Dr. Christiane Northrup