by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Oct 25, 2023 | Biological Dentistry
A primary tenant of functional and holistic medicine is everything is connected, including the teeth. As a biological dentist and functional medicine practitioner, I believe health starts in the mouth. Because of the mouth-body connection, good oral health translates...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Jun 8, 2023 | Biological Dentistry
Preventive dentistry is the practice of taking care of your teeth (and the rest of your mouth) to maintain good health and avoid oral health issues like cavities, gingivitis, and tooth sensitivity. Daily oral hygiene and regular dental cleanings are the cornerstones...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | May 4, 2023 | Biological Dentistry
Cold sores are contagious fever blisters that usually occur outside the mouth while canker sores are non-contagious blisters that happen inside the mouth. To get rid of these sores, you must understand the difference. Keep reading for symptoms, causes, and treatments...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Apr 18, 2023 | Biological Dentistry
White teeth can mean healthy teeth. Lots of people desire a pearly white smile! White spots on teeth are undesired discolorations that don’t match the color of the rest of your teeth. There are multiple causes of white spots on teeth, including poor dental hygiene or...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Mar 21, 2023 | Biological Dentistry
“Gingivitis” refers to the earliest form of gum disease. “Periodontitis” usually refers to later stages of gum disease. “Periodontal disease” is a direct synonym of gum disease, referring to all stages, but its use is generally reserved for the more severe stages as a...
by Dr. Gerry Curatola | Feb 27, 2023 | Biological Dentistry
Yes, oral health impacts your heart health. Bad teeth can cause heart problems and gum disease may lead to cardiovascular disease. Lack of dental care (e.g., not brushing your teeth) could even result in higher cholesterol. Let’s break all that down and dig into the...
