When water fluoridation began in the 1940’s it was believed that fluoride needed to be swallowed in order to be most effective.  This belief, however, has now been discredited by extensive new research, and you should know the facts.  Why is our water fluoridated?  To reduced cavities in our children’s teeth.  The cover story in July 2000 issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association (ADA) states that fluoride ingested during the formation of teeth (before they break through the gums) does not create teeth that are more resistant to decay. Fluoride is an effective means of preventing cavities, but only when applied directly and regularly on the surface of existing teeth topically. Fluoride delivered topically with toothpaste and mouth rinses that are far more effective than when it is swallowed.  In November of 2006, the American Dental Association (ADA) advised that parents should avoid giving babies fluoridated water.  Even the Center for Disease Control (CDC) states, fluoride “predominant effect is post-eruptive and topical”.  According to research done by the World Health Organization, no difference exists in tooth decay between fluoridated and non-fluoridated countries.  So I will ask again, why fluoridate the water.

            Did you know that for years fluoride has been classified as a toxic waste in this country?  And that it’s only approved use, other than our drinking water, is in insectides and RAT POISON.  Fluoride is a poison, and that is how your body treats it, as a poison.  Fluoride is the most chemically active nonmetallic element of all elements.  Which means it reacts with everything.  Why would we put this in our water, even if it does prevent cavities!  Try better oral hygiene and limit the amount of sugar and starches.  The sugar and starches are food for the bacteria that cause dental decay, remove the food the bacteria can not live.

            The impact can be seen, literally, in the smiles of our children. Large numbers of U.S. young people—up to 80 percent in some cities—now have dental fluorosis, the first visible sign of excessive fluoride exposure, according to the U.S. National Research Council. (The signs are whitish flecks or spots, particularly on the front teeth, or dark spots or stripes in more severe cases.)   According to the National Research Council (NRC), adverse effects from fluoride ingestion have been associated with a risk of brain damage and thyroid activity that can lead to loss of mental acuity, depression, and weight gain.  Fluoride can diminish bone strength and increase the risk of bone fracture.  Animal and human studies – including a recent study from a team of Harvard scientists – have found a connection between fluoride and a serious from of bone cancer (osteosarcoma) in males under the age of twenty.  The National Toxicology Program as “biologically plausible” has described the connection between fluoride and osteosarcoma.  People with kidney disease have a heightened susceptibility to fluoride toxicity.  The heightened risk stems from an impaired ability to excrete fluoride from the body.  As a result, toxic levels of fluoride can accumulate in the bones, intensify the toxicity of aluminum build-up, and cause or exacerbate a painful bone disease known as renal osteodystrophy.  These are just a few risks, for more information research online at www.fluoridealert.org/fluoride-facts or www.keepers-of-the-well.org.  The American Academy of Family Physicians seems to believe it is still beneficial, although 97% of Western Europe has chosen fluoride-free water due to the side effects of fluoride.

            There is a lot of new research on the effects of fluoride.  You need to be educated so you can decide what is right for you and your family.  Unfortunately even your dentist and hygienist may not be completely informed about the risks of taking fluoride.  Remember many dental schools are still teaching their students that fluoride is more of a benefit then the toxic poison that it is. And when you decide take a stand.  There is an online petition to end fluoridation and call for a congressional hearing at www.actionstudio.org/public/page.  For more information go to www.fluoridealert.com, keepers-of-the-well.org.

Questions you should ask before having
your dentist remove mercury fillings

 

Dr. Jeffery encourages everyone to ask before having your dentist remove mercury fillings. These are a sample of concerns and questions he suggests you pose:

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#1

Find out what precautions the dentist of your choice uses to protect you from mercury exposure during amalgam removal. A dentist that takes no special precautions to protect you during amalgam removal can poison you further. It is possible to be subjected to very high levels of exposure during removal, if proper protocols are not followed.

 

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#2

Ask your dentist if he or she does compatibility testing. Dr. Jeffery Hartman has compatibility test kits available at his office. This kit, if the patient chooses to get it done, will ensure that the replacement material being used will be compatible for the patient at the time. Many people particularly those with compromised immune systems, could react poorly to some alternative replacement materials.

 

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#3

Ask if your dentist uses an air purification or filtration system to minimize mercury vapor in the dental office. One of the systems Dr. Jeffery Hartman uses is the Mercury Vapor Ionizer. Find out what system he or she uses, before you visit the clinic. Dentist offices that do not have the proper equipment in place will have air quality that is far below safe occupational exposure limits.

 

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#4

Ask what your dentist does for nutritional support before and after mercury removal. What protocol does the doctor use for nutritional support?

 

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#5

Find out if your dentist belongs to any biological dental associations, such as the IAOMT. Very little time is spent in traditional dental schools teaching composite placement of dental materials. While composites are a superior filling material to mercury amalgam, they are very technique sensitive. If your dentist has not taken additional training and does not belong to any of the biological associations that address these problems, chances are that you will not be happy with the result.

 

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#6

Don’t be afraid to ask your dentist for referrals. Dr. Hartman has a list of referring amalgam removal patients that he invites new patients to call. Speak with a few of his patients who have had similar procedures done.

 

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#7

Ask your dentist if he or she uses an amalgam separator to ensure that the hazardous waste materials being removed from your mouth are separated from the water and not being dumped into the environment.

 

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#8

Shop around and do your research. Mercury removal has become an industry within the dental community. There are now many dentists who are removing mercury fillings, simply because of public demand and economics. Biological dentists practicing mercury free dentistry, in most cases have a substantial investment in equipment and time. It is this investment and the precautions taken that can make “true” mercury free dentists more expensive than others who are inexperienced in biological dentistry. Take the time to ensure you are not being overcharged. Compare apples to apples. On the other hand, it does not make sense for you to take unnecessary risks that could result in years of illness, for the sake of saving a few dollars.

 

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#9

You have a right to be educated. Many are fighting for and on your behalf. Do your research and make sound, well informed decisions. There is significant evidence of the substantial damage that traditional dentistry has done.

 

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The following are the books that Dr. Hartman suggests new patients read:

It’s All in Your Head — Dr. Hal Huggins
The Mercury in Your Mouth — Quicksilver Associates
The Root Canal Cover Up — George E. Meinig
Wellness Piece by Piece — Pat Sullivan

 Orthodontic problems are present in two out of every three children in the population and more than half of those could be candidates for a tooth positioner. A tooth positioner is another choice, especially in children, for straightening teeth without braces. Tooth positioners are specifically designed to correct over jet, overbite, crowded or rotated teeth and spaces between teeth. If placed early enough, a tooth positioner can eliminate the need for the more expensive orthodontic treatments. All children should have an orthodontic screening by age seven to evaluate future needs.

Snore Prevention — Dr. Hartman can treat snoring! It is estimated that more than 80 million people in North America snore while sleeping. Dr. Hartman can prescribe the most affordable, non-evasive, comfortable and effective snoring solution. The Silent Nite snoring device is worn at night and it moves the lower jaw into a forward position that increases the three-dimensional space in the airway tube, which reduces air velocity and soft tissue vibration. More Info

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Welcome to Smiles for Life Dentistry – A Biological Dental Practice by Jeffery D. Hartman, D.M.D., PC., Huntingdon Pennsylvania

The health of the mouth is a reflection of a person’s total well being. Understanding your life style allows the health-centered practice to assist in guiding you to optimal dental health.
Dr. Hartman is a holistic general dentist who believes patients today increasingly take more responsibility for their own healthcare. He knows they tend to be well read, educated by previous dental experiences, and more discriminating in their choice of treatment methods. He has a desire to help health-minded patients achieve optimum wellness. Dr. Hartman wants to teach these patients that much more is known about the interactions between the teeth and the whole body functions, about the negative effects of many materials and about the alternatives that are more biologically compatible then the traditional methods.

Dr. Hartman has the knowledge and understands the properties and proper placement techniques required for using more advanced materials. The Smiles for Life health-centered office has compiled educational materials, new methods and techniques and alternatives to better serve our patients.

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Dr. Hartman is able to help you with a variety of dental and holistic services. Click on the links below to learn more about each service:

• Questions You Should Ask before having your dentist remove mercury fillings
• Comprehensive Initial Examinations
• Crown and Bridge Restorations
• Invisalign® – Aligns teeth without braces
• Replacing Missing Teeth
• Periodontal Gum Treatments
• Customized Preventive Programs
• TMJ (Temporo-Mandibular Joint Dysfunction)
• Snore Guards, Tooth Positioners, NTI Splints
• Amalgam (mercury) Filling Removal
• Bio-Detoxification Program
• Teeth Whitening
• Mouth Injuries From Sports
• IV Sedation for relaxing dental procedures
• NEW! Laser Dentistry – No need for local anesthesia!
• Healthy Hints By Heather
• Seminars & Workshops available at your site upon request