Oral CavityDietary Recommendations and

Herbal Protocols

Periodontal Disease 2nd only to the common

cold as the most prevalent infectious disease in US

Major cause of adult tooth loss

Affects 75% of Americans over 35

Periodontal means “located around the tooth”

Gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) early sign of periodontal disease

Caused by plaque – sticky deposits of bacteria, mucus, and food particles—that adhere to the teeth

Gingivitis Gums become red,

soft, shiny, and bleed easily

As gums swell, pockets form between teeth and gums that act as a trap for more plaque

Other causes of gingivitis include:

Breathing through the mouth

Badly fitting fillings Prostheses that irritate

surrounding gum tissue Diet of too many soft

foods that rob teeth and gums of much needed exercise

Periodontitis or Pyorrhea Advanced stage of

periodontal disease Bone supporting the teeth

begin to erode as a result of infection

Abscesses are common Causes halitosis, with

bleeding and painful gums

Causes include: Poor nutrition Improper brushing Sugar consumption Chronic illness Glandular disorders Blood disease Smoking Drugs Excessive alcohol

consumption

Common Deficiencies Vitamin C (bleeding gums) Bioflavonoids (Vitamin P) Calcium Folic Acid Niacin Vitamin B2 – Riboflavin (dryness and cracking at

the corner of the mouth) A smooth, reddish tongue can indicate anemia or

a poor diet

Gum Disease Frequent brushing and

flossing of teeth Change toothbrush every

month Spray gums with colloidal

silver or Smart Silver Bacto-Ex (mix powder or

tincture with toothpaste)

Aloe Vera applied topically to gums

Vitamin C Rinse gums with mixture of

equal parts baking soda and 3% hydrogen peroxide

Clove oil applied topically to gums

Massage gums with fingertips to improve circulation

Dietary Recommendations for Gum Disease

Foundation for Health Food Plan A variety of fresh fruits, green leafy

vegetables, whole grains will provide teeth with exercise and vitamins and minerals

Avoid sugar and refined CHO

Bruxism (Teeth grinding) Often occurs during

sleep Chronic tooth grinding

can result in: loosened teeth Receding gums Damage to supporting

bones in the jaw Eventually, tooth loss

Possible causes: Parasites Teeth sensitivity to hot

and cold Stress Allergies Nutrient deficiencies Hypoglycemia Low adrenal function

Bruxism (Recommendations) Check for parasites B Vitamins for stress Adrenix

Hypoglycemic diet high in fiber and protein

Foundation for Health Food Plan

Avoid stress Avoid sweets within 6

hours of going to bed

Canker Sores Small, white swellings

that develop into ulcers

Found on tongue, lips, gums, inside cheeks

Appear suddenly, leave suddenly and can last 4-20 days

Occurs mostly in females

Stress and allergies are the most common cause

Canker Sores Contributing factors:

Poor dental hygiene Irritation from dental work Food allergies Nutritional deficiencies Hormonal imbalance Viral infection Physical trauma to inside of cheek

Canker Sore Recommendations Maintain proper pH

balance and mineral balance

If they occur frequently, check for nutritional deficiencies

Peppermint, wintergreen, or lavender oil

Probiotics Avoid toothpaste with “sodium

lauryl sulfate” – this causes the mucus membrane to dry out and leaves them more vulnerable to acids in food

Canker Sores – Dietary Recommendations

Alfalfa Eat salad with raw onions, yogurt,

buttermilk, soured products Avoid sugar, citrus fruits, processed and

refined foods Avoid fish and meat for two weeks to

reduce body acidity

Cold Sores (Fever Blisters) Caused by herpes simplex virus 1 Appear 3-5 days after exposure, may last for 3

weeks Virus remains dormant in the body and is

triggered by fever, cold, virus, exposure to sun, wind, stress, menstruation, or depressed immune system

Cold Sores - Recommendations Viro-Ex Probiotics L-lysine (500 mg/twice per day) Eat plenty of raw vegetables, yogurt and soured

products If occurring frequently, check for low thyroid

function

Dental Work Baking Soda/Hydrogen Peroxide rinse (Mix

equal parts of 3% hydrogen peroxide with baking soda)

Bacto-Ex three days prior to dental work and one week after

Anti-oxidants

Tooth Decay The most prevalent

human disorder Not a natural process Bacterial disease Bacteria, mucus, and food

debris create plaque Bacteria feeds on sugars

and produce an acid that leaches calcium and phosphate from teeth

Tooth depends on three factors Presence of bacteria Availability of sugars Vulnerability of tooth

enamel Main causes

Poor nutrition Poor oral hygiene Highly acidic saliva

Tooth Decay – Dietary Recommendations

Foundation for Health Food Plan Plenty of raw fruits and vegetables to

prevent saliva from becoming too acidic Avoid carbonated beverages Avoid all refined sugars Practice good oral hygiene

Tooth Decay - Fillings Currently, the only

known way to stop tooth decay is to remove the decayed area and cover it with some type of filling

Silver amalgam is the most common filling

Amalgam formulas contain about 50% mercury, a toxic heavy metal

Other choice include gold or ceramic based materials called composites

Tooth Decay - Supplements Clove oil for

toothache. Dilute with olive oil if necessary

Chewable vitamin C tablets can erode tooth enamel

Multi-mineral formulas

Bacto-Ex to destroy bacteria and reduce inflammation (powder placed on a piece of sterile cotton and pressed against the gum of the affected tooth at bedtime, leave in place over night)

Supplements recommended in this presentation are from Inno-Vita

This information is provided for education purposes only. All health programs should be monitored by a qualified health professional.