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Authors: Senzon, E. Chronimed Zack, Mitchell Charnas
ISBN-13: 9780471222309, ISBN-10: 0471222305
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
Date Published: April 2003
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Senzon

SANDRA SENZON, R.D.H., is an entrepreneur and author as well as a dental hygiene professional. In 1989, she created The Tooth Spa as a "softer" approach to the dental office and dental hygiene. Senzon writes, hosts, and produces a weekly cable television show advancing dental hygiene and oral care called The Tooth Fairy show. She has lectured before state and local hygiene associations and is the author of The Hygiene Professional.

Book Synopsis

"Reversing Gum Disease Naturally presents techniques and information so that you can reverse already unhealthy states in your mouth or prevent the onset of gum disease. Sandra Senzon enhances patients' oral health through traditional as well as holistic methods."
—Barry Musikant, D.M.D.

"This book allows the patient to be an active participant along with healthcare professionals."
—Jay P. Goldsmith, D.M.D.

"There is a ray of hope at the end of the tunnel for all those who suffer from gum disease. We ultimately don't have to lose our natural teeth. Sandra Senzon shows us the many ways in which the mouth is connected to the body, and how, with the use of natural herbal products and proper mechanic techniques, you can reverse gum disease naturally."
—Joseph P. Green, D.O.S.

Gum disease is the #1 oral health issue for Americans today-and simply brushing and flossing are not enough to avoid it. In this unique book, registered dental hygienist Sandra Senzon reveals how you can prevent and reverse gum disease through natural treatments. You'll get a new and broader understanding of your mouth as Senzon explains the causes of gum disease, along with the roles that stress, diet, and certain conditions such as diabetes can play in the onset of the disease. She shows you how to work with holistic products, set up an at-home hygiene center, and find the right professional to guide you in the natural reversal of gum disease. There's even a section for parents on how to help children practice good oral hygiene. Packed with expert tips and motivational strategies, Reversing Gum Disease Naturally will enable you to keep your gums and your teethhealthy and strong.

Table of Contents

Forewordxi
Acknowledgmentsxiii
Introduction1
Part I.About Gum Disease5
1.Gum Disease: Its Signs, and the First Steps Toward Healing7
Understanding Gum Disease7
Signs of Disease9
The History of Gum Disease13
The Natural Process of Healing: How It Begins17
How to Start Caring for Your Gums at Home20
2.The Mouth Is a Mirror of the Body: Disease of the Body and Medications That Can Affect Your Gums25
Conditions of the Body That Cause Gum Disease25
Medications and Their Effects on Gum Disease36
The Role Tobacco Plays39
3.Stress and Its Effect on Gum Disease41
Why Stress Is the Culprit42
Using the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection to Eliminate the Effects of Stress44
Stress-Related Habits That Worsen Gum Disease45
Part II.Healing Modalities and Total Body Care57
4.Handling Pain and Fear59
Mouth Conditions That Can Cause Pain60
Children and Pain in Dentistry65
Eliminating Fear67
Reducing Our Stress Level69
5.Working with Holistic Products for the Natural Reversal of Gum Disease81
Why Is It Better to Use Natural Products?82
Natural Products for Reversing Gum Disease83
Aromatherapy and Its Use in Gum Therapy96
6.Therapeutic Healing101
Therapeutic Healing Used for the Natural Reversal of Gum Disease102
Energetic Relations of Teeth with Organs of the Body102
Using Therapeutic Healing with Oral Care Products109
What about Electric Toothbrushes?116
7.Diet and Supplements119
Why Diet Plays an Important Role119
Vitamins121
Minerals127
Essential Gum Nutrients132
Getting Motivated to Eat Healthy135
Macrobiotics137
Part III.Professional Dental Hints141
8.Charting Success for the Reversal of Gum Disease143
Charting and Drawing an Outline of Your Mouth143
Once You've Made Your First Chart149
A Healthy Mouth150
9.Setting Up an At-Home Hygiene Center: The Tooth Spa Program151
An At-Home Spa Approach to Dental Hygiene151
The Tooth Spa Hygiene Station152
Creating Good Habits and Finding the Motivation159
10.Finding the Right Professional to Guide You in the Natural Reversal of Gum Disease161
How to Find the Right Professional for the Care of Your Gums and Teeth161
Finding the Right Dental Hygienist166
How to Work with a Conventional Dental Practitioner in Natural Healing170
11.For Parents: Your Role in Preventing Gum Disease in Children171
All about Germs171
Teaching Your Child about Gum Massage172
Motivating Your Child175
Putting Together a Child's At-Home Hygiene Station177
Helpful Hints178
Tips on Finding a Good Dental Professional for Your Child179
Systemic Diseases Affecting Early Onset of Periodontal Disease180
The Teen Years182
12.Now You Can Reverse Gum Disease Naturally183
Summarizing the Contributors That Can Lead to Gum Disease183
Children and Gum Disease190
AppendixResources for Natural Products193
Bibliography197
Index199

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