Do you remember being told as a kid not to eat too much candy because it would rot your teeth? Or maybe you’ve dealt with bloody gums that seem to be a result of flossing. We tend to hear things or assume things as we grow up that give us the wrong idea about how…
Welcome to the Healthy Bite Podcast, where you’ll gain a new perspective on green dentistry and holistic health so you can live longer and chew better. In this opening episode, Dr. Nammy Patel explains what green dentistry really is, why it’s so important, and how oral health is linked to the health of your entire…
I have built my healthy lifestyle through a lifetime of hard work and by studying what scientific research tells us about diet, health, and wellness. Now, I’d like to share what I’ve learned with you about how to develop healthy habits for life. You’ll learn what has worked for me and what might work for…
For decades dentists didn’t think about whole body health. A dentist’s only job was to find and fill cavities or pull out teeth. The technology of the era was limited and dentists were not seen as playing a major role in a person’s health. Today, however, there has been a sea change in how dentists…
What are hormones? Think of your body like a busy airport. The planes taking off and landing are the functions you need to live and thrive: digesting food, breathing, heartbeat, etc. There’s a lot going on in there! The hormones act as chemical “air traffic controllers” regulating and coordinating each of these processes and chemical…
What do Star Wars, Pink Floyd, and modern dentistry have in common? They wouldn’t be possible without high-tech lasers! But lasers aren’t just something straight out of science fiction and psychedelic rock music. Lasers are one of the most versatile, most powerful, and most effective dental technologies available today. But there are so many misconceptions…
If you’re a progressive and health-conscious San Franciscan you’re probably familiar with the term holistic dentistry. It’s a growing buzzword and one that treats dental health as an integral component of physical, emotional, and mental well-being. But what you may not be familiar with is the concept of wholistic dentistry. That’s how we approach patient…
We are a society of perfectionists and are increasingly obsessed with productivity and efficiency. We buy new phones, new computers, and every other gadget under the sun in an effort to get more done. But the only thing we’re getting is more exhausted and more stressed. In today’s article we’ll talk more about the causes…
A recent (and growing) trend is the use of activated charcoal in health products— everything from shampoo to cleansers, even toothpaste! In today’s post you’ll learn more about activated charcoal, what it is, how it’s used, and whether it should be part of your dental health regimen. What is activated charcoal? It’s not what you’re…
As a parent, there’s so much to worry about when it comes to the health and wellness of your children. There are trips to the dentist and pediatrician, sports teams, play dates, and so much more. In today’s article, I’ll help you learn how to help kids develop healthy eating habits for life — and…
