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Whole-Body Dentistry: Discover The Missing Piece To Better Health

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Mark Breiner not only has decades of experience in whole-body dentistry, he also backs his well-researched subject matter with references so that it is impossible for anyone to ignore plain facts about the evident connections between our teeth and our body.

Mark Breiner shows how certain dental procedures (for instance the implantation of dental amalgam into our teeth; or root canal fillings) effect our physical, mental & emotional states. He uses case studies for illustration, which makes long-ignored facts even more evident.

He also provides very detailed information and gives recommendations on other subjects such as dental-amalgam removal procedures, bridges, root canals, wisdom teeth, cavitations, etc.

An excellent book. The best there was, is, and perhaps ever will be. It was invaluable to me and thanks to Mr. Breiner have fully regained my health.

I recommend it to everyone! Become the caretaker of your own body, health, and happiness.

This was a very informative and well written book about "alternative dentistry". Dr. Breiner explains the differences between traditional and whole body dentistry in easy to understand terms. He gave many examples of the types of health problems which can be related to amalgams, root canals, periodontal work, orthodontics and bridges and partials. He also described the kind of exam and treatment a whole body dentist would use. A great read.

This book has a lot of info on the hazards of having dental work done. The book talks about many issues that are based on proven science. The book also promotes very dubious devices, procedures, and ideas. I thought it important to mention two sections of this book. (some of the best and worst of this book)

The GOOD: Section 2 - Dental Amalgams

In the past 10 - 20 years there has been mounting evidence that silver fillings are not as safe as once thought. Mercury is a known (and very potent) neurotoxin and is not useful to your body in any form. Unfortunately mercury makes up ~50% of your supposedly "silver" fillings (the rest of the filling being ~35% silver and 15% other metals). Even though the mercury is supposedly stable in this form, there is plenty of scientific evidence that very tiny amounts leak into your body. While most people have a decent level of tolerance for these low levels of mercury, many people don't and consequently it affects their health negatively. Obviously the more "silver" fillings you have, the higher you are at risk for being negatively affected. The real unfortunate part of the these negative health problems is that very few doctors are able to recognize that the mercury in these fillings is causing/exacerbating the problem. The book also accurately addresses the politics behind why mercury is still endorsed today.

The BAD: Section 4 - Tools of the Trade

The book has a section about many "alternative" testing techniques. Most of these procedures/techniques have not been proven by proper science or peer review in the medical community and are thus questionable at best. The worst of these is probably the Electro-dermal Screening (or sometimes called EAV). Simply, this device is an advanced ohm-meter connected to a computer that is supposed to tell you (according to the resistivity between your left hand and certain acupuncture points on your right hand) what sort of health problems you may be having and what materials you are most bio-compatible with. Having had the test personally, I can confidently say that it's total bunk. (What the test told me was totally different than what was currently happening with my health.)

SUMMARY: This book covers the important issues of Mercury, Root Canals, and Fluoride well. Unfortunately, it also pushes dubious concepts and devices as valid medical science. If you read this book, please read literature on both sides of each issue that it addresses. Then draw your own conclusions. Taking this book's advice at face value could be detrimental to your health and/or your wallet.

Overall this is a great book on how you should plan your dental care, and how conventional dentistry could be a danger to your health. The author lists many non-conventional treatments and how they can help you in caring for your teeth.

There are many topics covered by this book besides the debate regarding mercury ("amalgam" fillings).

I saw that one reviewer here disliked the use of "EAV" (Electro-dermal Screening). I would like to provide a more detailed look at this technology. I have not seen EAV used in the dental practice, but have friends who have tried it, and I have personally seen it used (several times) to detect hidden medical problems in a non-dental area. I have had done to myself (non-dental).

Here's my take on this situation: 1) a good dentist can clearly see the major problems in your mouth and you really don't need the EAV screening in most standard cases, 2) it's value comes when the dentist can't see things visually, or doesn't see them with x-rays, 3) it must be used by a skilled practioner and this means they should know accu-puncture as well as conventional medical diagnostic techniques (being a conventional MD is a real plus), 4) the big criticism on EAV should be that it can tell WHERE the problem is, but not WHAT the problem is.

Overall, its a device for finding things... in the hands of a skilled practioner. Unfortunately, many dentists who want to go non-conventional may think that simply buying and using this equipment will make them a better dentist, or let them charge more. The problem is not the tool, but in its use, and its requirement for a skiled practioner.

Back to this book review, I think the author does a great job of presenting many different concepts of holistic dental care. I have heavily underlined this book and used its sources listed in the back.

John Dunbar
Sugar Land, TX

This was the second of two books about the effect of toxic dental work on a person's overall health. Thank you Dr. Breiner for getting the word out. If you have silver fillings and/or root canals in your mouth - - and if you have ANY health issues, this is a MUST READ! It is very well written and thoroughly researched. Hopfully all dentists of the future will care enough about their patients' health to pursue continuing education if the field of holistic dentistry. THANK GOD I had my amagams removed (just after reading this and another great book). Everyone should read this book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This book alerts readers to information traditional dentists don't want you to know. Mercury is a known poison. Mercury in dental fillings, Dr. Breiner explains, appears to leach into your body. Can mercury poisoning cause Alzheimer's Disease? This book, written for the lay person, sets out a convincing case for banning mercury in dental fillings -- and a very convincing case for running to your dentist to have all of your silver fillings quickly replaced.

This well-written book highlights the relationship between "whole-body health" and dentistry. It's a must-read for anyone seeking hidden causes of some serious ailments.

After reviewing this book again, talking with many dentists from the US and Europe, and doing even more reading. I am downgrading my opinion of this book.

I still stand by Dr. Breiner's assertion that "silver/mercury" amalgam is bad for you. Not only is the mercury frequently toxic to many people, but amalgams are not bonded to the tooth like composites or ceramics. This requires the dentist to drill out more tooth structure to make the amalgam hold, thus leaving the tooth even weaker. Additionally, since the amalgam is not bonded, amalgam offers less physical support to the tooth (than bonded materials) and the tiny gap between the amalgam and the tooth can sometimes (but not always) lead to secondary tooth decay. (All of which lead to more tooth problems down the road).

The issue on both root canals and fluoride is still up in the air (IMO), but something that we should all pay attention to. From what I've read, topical fluoride is okay, but fluoridated water may not be so great for you. If you require a root canal, ask around about BioCalex as an alternate form of root canal therapy.

As for Electro-dermal screening a.k.a Electo-accupuncture According to Voll (EAV): Voll was a German scientist who did his research in the 50's (if I recall correctly). From my understanding, his research has never been verified or validated. I have many German friends who are medical doctors and they have never heard of this device or methodology of testing. As far as I can tell, EAV is a total scam that is frequently used by naturopaths and homeopaths to drain money out of people's wallets. Outside of that, EAV is completely useless.

In a nutshell, the chapters about amalgam, fluoride, and root canal issue are a good introduction. IMHO, the rest is either completely false, dubious, or a waste of time/money.

Personally, I would skip this book. There are better and more up-to-date sources on the amalgam, fluoride, and root canal issues. Though if you don't know anything about these 3 topics, this book might be a decent primer for you.

I have read a very large number of books on alternative healthcare over the last 5 years and I consider this book on wholistic dentistry to be one of the best. It covers virtually ever aspect of the subject in an easy to read, interesting manner with a positive and constructive attitude. Read this book, it might change your life forever.

Written in language a common person can understand. Very informative concerning how the teeth are connected to all parts of the body and not just separate pieces of the body. As a novice in learning about whole body health, this book helped me tremendously to understand meridians and the improtance of a healthy mouth.

This book was great, it really enlightened me to the mouth being the entry to the whole body. I will be going to an integrative, whole body dentist next! Definitely worth reading!