Guest guest Posted April 5, 1999 Report Share Posted April 5, 1999 On Mon, 5 Apr 1999, Kyla MacKenzie wrote: > little unsure about root canals. What is it about root canals > that cause potential risks to health? Is it that the > mercury-amalgam filling. Had a severe infection in it between Dear Kyla, The infection is the risk - apparently it usually happens with root canal work and then the infection spreads around the body. Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 5, 1999 Report Share Posted April 5, 1999 Hi Mark! Geoff Crenshaw here. HOLMES, MARK T. wrote: > > From: MHOLMES@... (HOLMES, MARK T.) > > After reading Dr. Mercola's article on root canals (which I found quite > interesting as did my wife Janet, who was a dental hygienist for 20 years), > I noticed that there wasn't any comment on what you did once you removed > this tooth? Bridge work? Is that better than this root canal? I'm > wondering as well, because I have a tooth that could need a root canal, but > the dentist isn't sure and I'm not sure either. So I have a temporary crown > and don't know what to do. *If* you can afford it (or) *if* your insurance will cover it, try to locate and work with an oral surgeon who will do " Guided Bone Regenration " and _TITANIUM_ implants. The *if* statements are important because this technology (not new - been used in Europe >30 yrs) is expensive. Here in Central California it runs $1400USD for an implant, *add* $2000USD if you need the GBR -- necessary for major molars, PLUS the crown. As a point of comparison, gold crowns here runs ~$700USD. Around here insurance does *not* cover implants but will cover the crown. Here's the scoop... 1. Old tooth extracted 2. Site thoroughly cleaned 3. Coagulant allowed into open hole in bone (a) coagulant = blood ( bone uses coagulant as growth matrix 4. Bone draped with Goretex biomaterial to prevent soft tissue (gum) from growing into hole 4.1 Material held in place by Titanium tacks 5. Area sutured 5.1 Short course (2 wks) of antibiotics to assure safety (doxy, cillins, etc., as appropriate to patient) 5.2 Long course (2 months) of antibiotic mouth rinse (Rx PerioGard/Peridex) 5.3 Growth period allowing bone to regrow for good implant site (7 months) 6. Open field, tap and implant _TITANIUM_ shaft for crown, bridge and/or full set of dentures 7. Back to Dentist for crown(s) Procedure normally done on outpatient basis w/ local anesthesia. If done on upper molar - DO NOT BLOW NOSE FOR TWO WEEKS! Upper molars are very near sinus cavity - back pressure can cause air embolism to form in cheek - very, Very, VERY painful (voice of experience). Takes some time for embolism to dissipate. This procedure implants a fail-safe shaft upon which to attach a crown. Since bone integrates with Titanium (i.e., grows into molecular spaces and melds with Titanium as a single solid unit) there is no space for bacterial invasion. The shaft and bone are now one with no space for bacterial infection, the shaft will not crack nor break, yada, yada, yada. IOW, if you can afford it, this is the best there is; It is unbreakable, will far outlast the human body, is more disease free than natural teeth, and in many ways is superior to natural teeth. Downside: 1. Expense 2. Not without pain HTH -- Regards, Geoff Crenshaw, ACC ---------------------- Managing Partner ** No Disclaimers ** Captain Cook's Cruise Center ---------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Over 3,000 daily cruise & tour specials > Top 5% of Web Sites http://www.800-800-cruise.com [specials] > Top 100 Travel Sites .. > Top Web Sites for Cruise tips New Zealanders http://www.800-800-cruise.com [tips] USA PH: 800-800-CRUIse PH: 559-636-8413 FAX: 559-734-1420 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- geoff@... " Behold now, Behemoth, which I made as well as you; He eats grass like an ox. Behold now, his strength in his loins, and his power in the muscles of his belly. He bends his tail like a cedar; The sinews of his thighs are knit together. His bones are tubes of bronze; His limbs are like bars of iron. He is the first of the ways of God. " JOB 40:15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 I am really getting frustrated. In the last 6 months since I had my root canal done, I have had more issues come up with my health that are making me rethink the whole root canal experience I have had. First it was a strange ear ringing, a low tone that I thought at first was a train in the distance, until I realized that I heard it everywhere. Then it was my knee suddenly becoming very arthritic and painful. Now this morning my other foot is in a great deal of pain. As I research root canals, I don't like what I am finding. Basically, yes, some people can do okay with them, but those with immune system issues might not fare as well. Hmmm. Sounds like implants. My dentist's wife is someone who suffered with chronic fatigue syndrome for years and finally had all her root canals removed. I think there were at least 3 or 4 of them. She recovered. I have gone to 3 consultations so far about this thing and everyone keeps telling me that the root canals look great. And they poo-poo the root canal controversy. Hmmm. Again, sounds just like the issue with implants. Are there really so few dentists that will acknowledge the toxicity of bacteria that is trapped in dentin tubules and which then affects the whole body as they seep out? I was all set to have one tooth pulled yesterday and the guy talked me out of it! I just want to be free of health issues completely! I detest the thought of losing any teeth, but I feel caught between a rock and a hard place....if these root canals are bringing on more symptoms I feel like I have no choice but to remove them! Anyone else with root canal issues? Check out this link, for a Root Canal Hazards Forum: http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?f=45 It makes sense that if we have no immune system issues, root canals would be safe. But if we do have immune system issues, why would we want to burden our body with more toxicity? I am so frustrated.... Patty Bring photos to life! New PhotoMail makes sharing a breeze. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Hi Patty, I have two dental implats from the late 80's, trouble free. Plus I have stainless steel screws in my neck from an auto accident. I am far less worried about the titanium implants than I am about the root canals, as there are many more problematic things that happen with root canals.A titanium knee has far more titanium, and may be much more problematic, but it actually has plastic or silicone parts also, I think. My massage therapist has been checking into all this for her partner, and they have decided implants are by far the lesser of the evils. I hate it that so many of us are dealing with this, but the fact is, as we get over 40 and over 50, we will have more dental problems. So we have to try to figure out what is best. The thought of another root canal would keep me up nights!!! I just hate them. I have had 9 of them, and am losing them one by one. Best of luck with your decision. Lynda At 12:04 PM 3/10/2006, you wrote: >Thanks so much Lynda, I value your opinion. > >Have you ever had a dental implant before? I worry about that >stupid titanium rod sitting in the bone. My mother's experience is >what gives me pause. She has titanium knee implants and got pretty >sick after them, with mysterious autoimmune symptoms. Seems like I >am genetically at risk. > >My dentist's wife said she uses the plate that fits into her lower >jaw, probably much like a retainer with the teeth in the back at >both ends and it balances out. One surgeon called it a fish hook on >steroids. She said mine would probably feel unbalanced with only >one side needing it. > >I would think you could do the same thing on the uppers, and not >have to have a plate that doesn't allow your palate to breath. I >also heard of something called a " land Bridge " . You might want >to look into that....it is what I would probably want if I had my >choice. > >What sadness that we go through so many dental issues like this. I >always thought I would have great teeth! I had so few problems with >mine throughout my life. Now it is becoming an icky nightmare. Ugh. > >I am sorry you are going through this too! >Patty > > > > > >I am really getting frustrated. In the last 6 months since I had >my > > >root canal done, I have had more issues come up with my health >that > > >are making me rethink the whole root canal experience I have > > >had. First it was a strange ear ringing, a low tone that I >thought > > >at first was a train in the distance, until I realized that I >heard > > >it everywhere. Then it was my knee suddenly becoming very >arthritic > > >and painful. Now this morning my other foot is in a great deal >of pain. > > > > > >As I research root canals, I don't like what I am > > >finding. Basically, yes, some people can do okay with them, but > > >those with immune system issues might not fare as well. > > >Hmmm. Sounds like implants. > > > > > >My dentist's wife is someone who suffered with chronic fatigue > > >syndrome for years and finally had all her root canals removed. >I > > >think there were at least 3 or 4 of them. She recovered. > > > > > >I have gone to 3 consultations so far about this thing and >everyone > > >keeps telling me that the root canals look great. And they poo- >poo > > >the root canal controversy. > > >Hmmm. Again, sounds just like the issue with implants. Are there > > >really so few dentists that will acknowledge the toxicity of > > >bacteria that is trapped in dentin tubules and which then affects > > >the whole body as they seep out? I was all set to have one tooth > > >pulled yesterday and the guy talked me out of it! > > > > > >I just want to be free of health issues completely! I detest the > > >thought of losing any teeth, but I feel caught between a rock and >a > > >hard place....if these root canals are bringing on more symptoms >I > > >feel like I have no choice but to remove them! > > > > > >Anyone else with root canal issues? > > > > > >Check out this link, for a Root Canal Hazards Forum: > > ><<http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?>http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp? >f=45><http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?f=45>http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?f=\ 45 > > > > > >It makes sense that if we have no immune system issues, root >canals > > >would be safe. But if we do have immune system issues, why would >we > > >want to burden our body with more toxicity? I am so >frustrated.... > > >Patty > > > > > > > > > > > >Bring photos to life! > > > ><<http://pa./*http://us.rd./evt=39174/*http://pho > to>http://pa./*http://us.rd./evt=39174/*http://photo >mail.mail.>New > > >PhotoMail makes sharing a breeze. > > > > > >Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice >given > > >by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or > > >licensed health care professional before commencing any medical >treatment. > > > > > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians > > >mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own > > >decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a > > >better world. " - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner >(1954, > > >Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > > > > >See our photos website! 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Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Hi Patty, I had to laugh when I read your last post, as I have felt that way about my root canals and teeth problems. It certainly helps to hear how others are dealing with this dilemma. Lynda At 01:17 PM 3/10/2006, you wrote: >Thanks Cherie, >I really do value prayers! I have been praying about this for >months. I almost felt like God was sitting back just letting me >choose my own course as I put one foot in front of the other, unsure >of which way to turn but having to go forward. But I know that all >things work together for good. So, maybe God is taking me on >another journey so that I can look back on this experience in >hindsight and see it more clearly! If I know I have trouble with >root canals now, I will know not to get them in the future! > >Unfortunately yes, the only option is to remove the teeth. After >that, the options are pared down to either bridges or implants. >Or nothing at all. Or dentures when everything falls out! Yikes! > >This isn't fun anymore! >I've got one more checkup regarding an overhang on a filling--that's >my last possibility. If that doesn't fix the burning at my gumline, >and fasting doesn't get rid of the arthritis in my knee, these root >canals will be history. >Patty > > > > > > > > > > I am really getting frustrated. In the last 6 months since I >had > > my root canal done, I have had more issues come up with my health > > that are making me rethink the whole root canal experience I have > > had. First it was a strange ear ringing, a low tone that I >thought > > at first was a train in the distance, until I realized that I >heard > > it everywhere. Then it was my knee suddenly becoming very >arthritic > > and painful. Now this morning my other foot is in a great deal of > > pain. > > > > > > As I research root canals, I don't like what I am finding. > > Basically, yes, some people can do okay with them, but those with > > immune system issues might not fare as well. > > > Hmmm. Sounds like implants. > > > > > > My dentist's wife is someone who suffered with chronic fatigue > > syndrome for years and finally had all her root canals removed. I > > think there were at least 3 or 4 of them. She recovered. > > > > > > I have gone to 3 consultations so far about this thing and > > everyone keeps telling me that the root canals look great. And >they > > poo-poo the root canal controversy. > > > Hmmm. Again, sounds just like the issue with implants. Are > > there really so few dentists that will acknowledge the toxicity of > > bacteria that is trapped in dentin tubules and which then affects > > the whole body as they seep out? I was all set to have one tooth > > pulled yesterday and the guy talked me out of it! > > > > > > I just want to be free of health issues completely! I detest > > the thought of losing any teeth, but I feel caught between a rock > > and a hard place....if these root canals are bringing on more > > symptoms I feel like I have no choice but to remove them! > > > > > > Anyone else with root canal issues? > > > > > > Check out this link, for a Root Canal Hazards Forum: > > > > <http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?f=45>http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?f=45 > > > > > > It makes sense that if we have no immune system issues, root > > canals would be safe. But if we do have immune system issues, why > > would we want to burden our body with more toxicity? I am so > > frustrated.... > > > Patty > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > > > > > Bring photos to life! New PhotoMail makes sharing a breeze. > > > > > > > > > > > > >Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given >by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or >licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians >mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own >decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a >better world. " - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, >Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > >See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access at this link: ><http://.shutterfly.com/action/>http://.shutterfly.co\ m/action/ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Thanks Cherie, I really do value prayers! I have been praying about this for months. I almost felt like God was sitting back just letting me choose my own course as I put one foot in front of the other, unsure of which way to turn but having to go forward. But I know that all things work together for good. So, maybe God is taking me on another journey so that I can look back on this experience in hindsight and see it more clearly! If I know I have trouble with root canals now, I will know not to get them in the future! Unfortunately yes, the only option is to remove the teeth. After that, the options are pared down to either bridges or implants. Or nothing at all. Or dentures when everything falls out! Yikes! This isn't fun anymore! I've got one more checkup regarding an overhang on a filling--that's my last possibility. If that doesn't fix the burning at my gumline, and fasting doesn't get rid of the arthritis in my knee, these root canals will be history. Patty > > > > I am really getting frustrated. In the last 6 months since I had > my root canal done, I have had more issues come up with my health > that are making me rethink the whole root canal experience I have > had. First it was a strange ear ringing, a low tone that I thought > at first was a train in the distance, until I realized that I heard > it everywhere. Then it was my knee suddenly becoming very arthritic > and painful. Now this morning my other foot is in a great deal of > pain. > > > > As I research root canals, I don't like what I am finding. > Basically, yes, some people can do okay with them, but those with > immune system issues might not fare as well. > > Hmmm. Sounds like implants. > > > > My dentist's wife is someone who suffered with chronic fatigue > syndrome for years and finally had all her root canals removed. I > think there were at least 3 or 4 of them. She recovered. > > > > I have gone to 3 consultations so far about this thing and > everyone keeps telling me that the root canals look great. And they > poo-poo the root canal controversy. > > Hmmm. Again, sounds just like the issue with implants. Are > there really so few dentists that will acknowledge the toxicity of > bacteria that is trapped in dentin tubules and which then affects > the whole body as they seep out? I was all set to have one tooth > pulled yesterday and the guy talked me out of it! > > > > I just want to be free of health issues completely! I detest > the thought of losing any teeth, but I feel caught between a rock > and a hard place....if these root canals are bringing on more > symptoms I feel like I have no choice but to remove them! > > > > Anyone else with root canal issues? > > > > Check out this link, for a Root Canal Hazards Forum: > > http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?f=45 > > > > It makes sense that if we have no immune system issues, root > canals would be safe. But if we do have immune system issues, why > would we want to burden our body with more toxicity? I am so > frustrated.... > > Patty > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > > > Bring photos to life! New PhotoMail makes sharing a breeze. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Patty, Are you working with a wholistic dentist? Dr. Lykissa can analyze teeth, or even parts of a tooth. A silicone sister told me that the teeth record everything going on in your body. It may be worth having it tested if you have to have one removed. Love, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Patty, I'm inclined to agree with Lynda . . . a titanium dental implant involves very little material compared with a knee . . . Also, a dental implant is not subjected to wear like a knee is. I think one reason silicone implants are so bad is that the material is a semi-solid that the body can break down. Titanium is not going to shed material anything like silcone. Love, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 I don't know....I've seen information that suggests otherwise. Like this link: http://www.drhuggins.com/default.asp?PageName=Library%20-%20dental% 20materials%20in%20your%20mouth#Implants Implants The term implant usually refers to something inserted into the bone of the jaw, although occasionally one will see fillings referred to as implants because they are in a body tissue, and are not readily removable. Dental implants are metal (nickel, titanium, and other metals), or ceramic (aluminum oxide) devices that are placed into holes that are drilled out of the bone. After bone has filled in around the implant, dentures, crowns, or bridges can be fitted to them and they offer great stability. As far as the biological aspect is concerned, the body will launch an autoimmune response against anything that is inserted into bone. The only difference is the speed of the reaction. Some may react within days, others may go for years before the reaction is noted. Even relatively non-reactive metals like titanium can be used as a crown or removable partial denture in a person who has been shown to generate an autoimmune disease when the same titanium is implanted into their jawbone. This is not good news for many dentists and patients, for implants are becoming quite popular. and this link: http://www.holisticdental.org/titaniumtoxicity.html Titanium has historically maintained the reputation of being an inert, and relatively biocompatible metal, suitable for use as both a medical and dental prosthesis. There are many articles supporting these beliefs, but more recently, there is scientific evidence that titanium, or its corrosion by-products, may cause harmful reactions after traveling through the circulatory, or lymphatic systems. These corrosion by-products can cause reactions in the blood, fibrotic tissue, and in the osteogenic cells. > > Patty, > > I'm inclined to agree with Lynda . . . a titanium > dental implant involves very little material compared > with a knee . . . Also, a dental implant is not > subjected to wear like a knee is. > > I think one reason silicone implants are so bad is > that the material is a semi-solid that the body can > break down. Titanium is not going to shed material > anything like silcone. > > Love, > > Rogene > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Most definitely! I have gone to nothing but holistic dentists now since my amalgam removals in 1998. I love them...they are the best dentists I have ever been to. Something about their demeanor is so special. They know they are bucking the system, so they've paid a price, but at the same time they are committed to practicing in truth. My current dentist has all kinds of info about mercury toxicity in his office, as well as natural products for dental health. In addition, his wife is studying alternative medicine therapies now in school, which she will bring into the practice. He has become like family to me now. And he listens to me with great interest when I talk about breast implants! Since he doesn't do root canals or extractions, that is why he referred me out to an endodontist and then an oral surgeon, both of whom have no compulsion to buck the traditional dental stance against toxic dental materials. I guess there aren't many who are alternative minded here in Vegas. Which brings me to Dr. Hal Huggins! My sweet husband told me today that he wants me to fly to his office and get the specialized testing he does to see what materials I am biocompatible with. Dr. Hal Huggins is the most outspoken dentist on this issue, and has done tremendous amounts of research into dental toxicity. He's tops, and since my options have become quite limited, we are going to see exactly what I will be able to do. It makes sense to test for biocompatibility first before spending tons of money on something that won't be good for my immune system. I'll let you all know how it turns out after I've been able to get up there. Here's Dr. Huggins website: http://www.drhuggins.com/default.asp?PageName=Home%20Page Patty > > Patty, > > Are you working with a wholistic dentist? > > Dr. Lykissa can analyze teeth, or even parts of a > tooth. A silicone sister told me that the teeth record > everything going on in your body. It may be worth > having it tested if you have to have one removed. > > Love, > > Rogene > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 http://www.drhuggins.com/default.asp?PageName=Dr%20Huggins% 20Biography In his spare time, Dr. Huggins has discovered astounding research that has rocked the dental profession in the USA and in other countries. His studies led to the breakthrough that many people suffer immune suppression due to the presence of their dental fillings. This challenged the 160 year old assumption that silver- mercury fillings as well as other toxic metals were safe simply because they had been used previously. Through his research in the toxicity of mercury and other dental materials, he found out that chronic fatigue and a wide array of auto-immune diseases may be linked to these materials. He developed a system that improves the quality of the immune system and allows many of these diseases to disappear, but it requires a series of blood studies and several hours of preparation before fillings are replaced. Dr. Huggins developed a blood test to determine which dental materials are " compatible " with an individual's immune system (different in each person, just like drug reactions) which disclosed that many dental materials cause immune reactivity in over 90% of the people tested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 The scary part of course, is the statement that the body will launch an autoimmune reaction against anything that is inserted into bone. That is, it is not a matter of " if " . It is a matter of " when. " I've already had my fill of autoimmunity, thanks! I'd say most of us could agree, huh? Patty > > > > Patty, > > > > I'm inclined to agree with Lynda . . . a titanium > > dental implant involves very little material compared > > with a knee . . . Also, a dental implant is not > > subjected to wear like a knee is. > > > > I think one reason silicone implants are so bad is > > that the material is a semi-solid that the body can > > break down. Titanium is not going to shed material > > anything like silcone. > > > > Love, > > > > Rogene > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 I concur Ro! If one has to have metal in their body, titanium is the best (for now). --- <saxony01@...> wrote: > Patty, > > I'm inclined to agree with Lynda . . . a titanium > dental implant involves very little material compared > with a knee . . . Also, a dental implant is not > subjected to wear like a knee is. > > I think one reason silicone implants are so bad is > that the material is a semi-solid that the body can > break down. Titanium is not going to shed material > anything like silcone. > > Love, > > Rogene > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Hi Kathie, It's frustrating to think that just maybe some of those dental materials have had something to do with your autoimmune issues, isn't it? I have been really bummed today with all this dental stuff myself. I can't help but draw some parallels between the dentistry field and the plastic surgery field, just in the fact that they claim so many things are safe, when in fact, they could be causing illness. They say, " there is no proof..... " But they sure can't prove complete safety either! Just like implants. Too many coincidences there. I struggle with the idea of losing my teeth too. But at the same time, if I could be free of any further health decline would it be worth it? I think it might be! It's a similar situation to living with implants but sick....what kind of life is that? I chose having them out to see if I could get better. I am sure glad I got them out! What a bunch of horrible decisions we must live with. Some days I just want to go run away from all this crap rather than think about it! But it isn't going to go away, and I've got some choices to make. We all do. I really hope you begin to feel much, much better soon Kathie! I know explant is foremost on your mind. Just get that far and then you can take life one day at a time as you heal and get your life back. I'll be praying for you! Hugs, Patty > > > > I am really getting frustrated. In the last 6 months since I had > my root canal done, I have had more issues come up with my health > that are making me rethink the whole root canal experience I have > had. First it was a strange ear ringing, a low tone that I thought > at first was a train in the distance, until I realized that I heard > it everywhere. Then it was my knee suddenly becoming very arthritic > and painful. Now this morning my other foot is in a great deal of > pain. > > > > As I research root canals, I don't like what I am finding. > Basically, yes, some people can do okay with them, but those with > immune system issues might not fare as well. > > Hmmm. Sounds like implants. > > > > My dentist's wife is someone who suffered with chronic fatigue > syndrome for years and finally had all her root canals removed. I > think there were at least 3 or 4 of them. She recovered. > > > > I have gone to 3 consultations so far about this thing and > everyone keeps telling me that the root canals look great. And they > poo-poo the root canal controversy. > > Hmmm. Again, sounds just like the issue with implants. Are there > really so few dentists that will acknowledge the toxicity of bacteria > that is trapped in dentin tubules and which then affects the whole > body as they seep out? I was all set to have one tooth pulled > yesterday and the guy talked me out of it! > > > > I just want to be free of health issues completely! I detest the > thought of losing any teeth, but I feel caught between a rock and a > hard place....if these root canals are bringing on more symptoms I > feel like I have no choice but to remove them! > > > > Anyone else with root canal issues? > > > > Check out this link, for a Root Canal Hazards Forum: > > http://curezone.com/forums/f.asp?f=45 > > > > It makes sense that if we have no immune system issues, root > canals would be safe. But if we do have immune system issues, why > would we want to burden our body with more toxicity? I am so > frustrated.... > > Patty > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > > > Bring photos to life! New PhotoMail makes sharing a breeze. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 The question is, do we have to? With teeth, not really! There are other options to implants. Not many, but there are some! I sure hope they come up with some other ideas, and fast, as well as safe! Patty > > Patty, > > > > I'm inclined to agree with Lynda . . . a titanium > > dental implant involves very little material > compared > > with a knee . . . Also, a dental implant is not > > subjected to wear like a knee is. > > > > I think one reason silicone implants are so bad is > > that the material is a semi-solid that the body can > > break down. Titanium is not going to shed material > > anything like silcone. > > > > Love, > > > > Rogene > > > > > __________________________________________________ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Patty, The problem with not having teeth (aside from appearance) is that it's difficult to follow a healthy diet without chewing. . . The texture of food adds a great deal to satisfaction with foods. I was sooooo frustrated with eating when I was having dental work done last year. One of our silicone sisters told me that each tooth is on a meridian that relates to organs in the body. Trouble with teeth can be related to other problems. Hugs, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Wow Patty, Seeing Dr. Huggins sounds like the solution! . . . I hope he'll be able to find something you can tolerate! I'm developing cataracts . . . One day I'll need them removed and lens implanted. . . Could you ask Dr. Huggins if he tests ocular implants? Hugs, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 11, 2006 Report Share Posted March 11, 2006 I don't think anyone wants to go without teeth permanently. That is just a scary thought! And of course, we need our teeth to chew, no question there. But I was thinking this over yesterday. Years ago, before anyone ever used dental implants, what did people do? Teeth have been falling out of people's heads forever! Dentures were just part of life, weren't they? Or the partial, which was a removable plate that held a fake tooth. And there are bridges still. Of course, everyone wants to jump on the wagon when it comes to new and improved ideas, and no doubt dental implants have caught on tremendously. Cosmetic dental surgery is a booming, booming segment of dentistry. Everyone wants to have a nice set of teeth that are permanent. I just wonder where this is all going if people are made sick in the long term with all this implanted dental material or toxic root canals. Knowing what I know now about autoimmune disease, I think I'd rather age without a full set of permanent teeth than to suffer loss of quality of life due to chronic degenerative disease. I think it is entirely appropriate to ask the question, is the risk worth it? For some who are already suffering from compromised immune systems, I think this question needs to be discussed very thoroughly. At the very least, blood work should be done to assess what possible biocompatible materials exist, or to assess detrimental changes that might occur after treatment. Right now, I know of nobody that ever suggests getting blood work before treatment as a baseline to compare with the body response after treatment, (except for Dr. Huggins). I think this is an area that needs a greater amount of research, but I doubt it will happen...because people are just so willing to run in and get the implants regardless. Patty > > Patty, > > The problem with not having teeth (aside from > appearance) is that it's difficult to follow a healthy > diet without chewing. . . The texture of food adds a > great deal to satisfaction with foods. > > I was sooooo frustrated with eating when I was having > dental work done last year. > > One of our silicone sisters told me that each tooth is > on a meridian that relates to organs in the body. > Trouble with teeth can be related to other problems. > > Hugs, > > Rogene > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 11, 2006 Report Share Posted March 11, 2006 Most ocular implants these days are silicone, but they still have the glass ones if one insists. Lynda At 11:23 AM 3/11/2006, you wrote: >I am so thankful for his efforts. > >The way I see it, Dr. Hal Huggins is to dentistry as Dr. Lu-Jean >Feng is to plastic surgery. Thank God for professionals who are not >afraid of the truth. > >I'll be interested to see what he can find out for me. > >I'm so sorry to hear you are developing cataracts! Isn't there some >form of natural therapy that will arrest the development or reverse >it? > >I'll try to ask him about the ocular implants when I see him, which >of course, isn't his specialty, but perhaps he will have some ideas. >Patty > > > > > > > > Wow Patty, > > > > Seeing Dr. Huggins sounds like the solution! . . . > > > > I hope he'll be able to find something you can > > tolerate! > > > > I'm developing cataracts . . . One day I'll need them > > removed and lens implanted. . . Could you ask Dr. > > Huggins if he tests ocular implants? > > > > Hugs, > > > > Rogene > > > > > > > > >Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given >by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or >licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians >mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own >decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a >better world. " - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, >Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > >See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access at this link: ><http://.shutterfly.com/action/>http://.shutterfly.co\ m/action/ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 11, 2006 Report Share Posted March 11, 2006 I am so thankful for his efforts. The way I see it, Dr. Hal Huggins is to dentistry as Dr. Lu-Jean Feng is to plastic surgery. Thank God for professionals who are not afraid of the truth. I'll be interested to see what he can find out for me. I'm so sorry to hear you are developing cataracts! Isn't there some form of natural therapy that will arrest the development or reverse it? I'll try to ask him about the ocular implants when I see him, which of course, isn't his specialty, but perhaps he will have some ideas. Patty > > Wow Patty, > > Seeing Dr. Huggins sounds like the solution! . . . > > I hope he'll be able to find something you can > tolerate! > > I'm developing cataracts . . . One day I'll need them > removed and lens implanted. . . Could you ask Dr. > Huggins if he tests ocular implants? > > Hugs, > > Rogene > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 11, 2006 Report Share Posted March 11, 2006 Patty, I haven't heard of any natural therapy for cataracts . .. . They told me that, had I protected my eyes from sunlight years ago, I may not have developed them. Right now my vision is good. . . The only symptom is the halos that appear around lights at night. The woman who recommended NCD to me tells me her vision is improving tremendously since starting the product. . . Could it help cataracts? . . . I don't know, but it would be wonderful if it does. All in all . . . when you get my age, you have to expect some consequences! . . . The doctors I've been seeing lately have all remarked that I appear to be in excellent health. . . . So I'll accept that! Hugs, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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