Holistic dentistry focuses on treating the underlying problems that cause symptoms in the mouth to eliminate those problems and thus prevent the symptoms from reoccurring, while ensuring the work done in the mouth does not harm your overall health. Holistic Dentist Dr Rachel from Brisbane shares her philosophies to dental care. www.evolvedental.com.au www.holisticdentistry.au
Jun 28, 2024•15 min•Season 2Ep. 86
Chewing gum has been marketed as keeping your fresh breath and teeth healthy. But you need to be aware of the dark side of chewing gum. Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane Holistic Dentist from Evolve Dental Kenmore shares why she doesn't advocate using chewing gum for her patients or the sake of the environment. www.evolvedental.com.au www.holisticdentistry.au
Jun 21, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 84
Can hydroxyapatite toothpaste reduce your risk of tooth decay and strengthen your teeth? Recent studies have stated that 'Hydroxyapatite toothpaste is as good if not better than fluoride at protecting your teeth and none of the potential nasty side effects or toxicity'. Hydroxyapatite (HAp) is a type of calcium that makes up 97% of your tooth enamel and 70% of the dentin (the inner part) in teeth. Hydroxyapatite helps strengthen tooth enamel and protect teeth from decay. Hydroxyapatite toothpast...
Jun 14, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 83
Learn about the amazing advancements in modern dentistry that make dentistry more effective, comfortable and efficient for you and your dentist. The field of dentistry is constantly evolving and changing to better suit patient needs. If you haven't visited a dentist for some time, you may be surprised to discover that there are many new options to keep teeth healthy and beautiful. Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane Holistic Dentist talks about what changes she has seen in dentistry in her 3 decades of dent...
Jun 07, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 82
HOW TO NATURALLY WHITEN TEETH As first impressions count having teeth that look like you brush and care for them says you really care about yourself. So if you'd like a beautiful smile with white sparkling teeth the natural, holistic way try these Top 10 Natural Whitening Tips from holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall. Holistic Dentist Brisbane www.evolvedental.com.au www.holisticdentistry.au
May 30, 2024•15 min•Season 2Ep. 81
Food can either work with your body, fuel it perfectly and even help it to repair, heal and grow strong or it can be damaging, making us tired or overactive, adding to inflammation, toxins and ultimately disease in our body. Every time you eat and drink you are either feeding disease or fighting it. Consider that – every time you eat or drink something it is healing you or harming you. Wow, that is a powerful and thought-provoking statement. It's food for thought. Rates of illness and disease ar...
May 24, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 80
As a holistic dentist I'm always being asked what I think about fluoride in the water, what type of water should I drink, can I have bottled water and so on. In my opinion, the best water to drink would be non-fluoridated water that contains minerals like a good quality mineral water from Europe (Australian mineral water has the minerals removed so don't be mislead by the names on the labels!). But what really surprises me is, nobody seems to know how much water they should drink or why it is so...
May 17, 2024•15 min•Season 2Ep. 79
WHAT DIET OR WAY OF EATING IS BEST? Wow, are you as confused as I am when it comes to food? Why are there so many different diets and eating fads around? Why are we obsessed with weight loss and not focused on nutrition? Are the health messages actually working or have we got an epidemic on our hands? Despite the low-fat diet and heart-healthy food messages obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancers are rising. We have been pushed into a way of eating that has too much sweet sugar and not enou...
May 10, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 78
Receding gums are a symptom of gum disease and needs to be treated to prevent it from getting worse. If you have receding gums how can you support yourself with natural approaches to prevent and cure the issue? Prevention is the best way to fight receding gums and periodontal disease. Left untreated, gum disease can cause receding gums, systemic infections and loss of teeth. Oral bacteria are associated with endocarditis, cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. www.evolvedental.com.au www.ho...
May 03, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 77
The eyes may be the window to your soul, but your teeth and gums say a mouthful about your physical health. Because of this there at health problems your dentist can spot. In holistic dentistry when we say, "Open wide." we are examining your mouth for clues to your health as well as for signs of dental disease. Many people are reluctant to visit a dentist. But having a regular checkup could be a lifesaver. Because dentists have had medical training, we can detect early signs of major illnesses, ...
Apr 26, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 76
Poor dental hygiene causes diseases beyond your mouth teeth and gums. We all know that poor dental hygiene increases your risk of tooth decay and gum disease, but this fact is not so widely understood when it comes to the link between oral health and systemic disease and illness. Brisbane holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall discusses how poor dental hygiene causes disease. www.holisticdentistry.au www.evolvedental.com.au...
Apr 19, 2024•25 min•Season 2Ep. 75
If you want fewer dental cavities and fillings, you need to focus on your diet and utilise these 6 supplements for stronger teeth. There is a lot of hype out there in internet land regarding healing dental cavities, and reversing dental cavities. Blogs and videos that make it appear that you can eat your teeth better and avoid having to see the dentist even if you have a hole in your tooth or infection. Can you heal or reverse tooth decay - find out in this episode with Brisbane Holistic Dentist...
Apr 12, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 74
Your mouth is the window to the inside of your body. If there is something going wrong with your teeth or gums this is a sign that something is out of balance. Dentistry should be and can be a way in which we help you prevent major health issues in life and yet we have become too fixated with fixing cavities and making white smiles. Dr Rachel Hall discusses what your teeth are telling you and what that means for your health as well as how you and your dentist can work together as part of your he...
Apr 05, 2024•47 min
Can receding gums grow back? – Spoiler alert, no they do not and cannot grow back and this is why you need to know how to prevent your gums from receding and what to do about it if they are. Holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall explains why gums recede and what you can do to stop it. www.evolvedental.com.au www.holisticdentistry.au
Mar 29, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 72
Xylitol is a naturally occurring plant sugar that has many benefits when used as part of your dental health care program. It can reduce the build up of bacteria and help prevent cavities but is it safe to use and what are its potential side effects? Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane holistic dentist discusses xylitol and its place in your oral care routine. www.holisticdentistry.au www.evolvedental.com.au Xylitol fights tooth decay by reducing plaque, boosting saliva flow, and lowering acid production in ...
Mar 22, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 71
Sensitive teeth that hurt when you have cold, hot, sweet or acidic things can tell you that something is wrong. But what is going on, why is it happening and when should you see the dentist? Can you fix sensitive teeth, and how? Brisbane Holistic Dentist Dr Rachel Hall breaks down all the reasons why you get sensitive teeth, the causes, the treatments, what you can do at home and how and when the dentist can help. www.evolvedental.com.au www.holisticdentistry.au...
Mar 15, 2024•50 min•Season 2Ep. 70
There are studies that raise concerns about the use of fluoride and its impacts on the pituitary and pineal glands. Research shows that fluoride causes issues with these important endocrine glands that are responsible for playing a major role in regulating vital body functions and general well-being. Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane Holistic Dentist talks about the negative impacts of fluoride on the health of your glands and hormones and how you can have great dental health without having to use or inge...
Mar 08, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 68
Your dental health and your overall health are linked - this is called the mouth-body connection. Infections and inflammation in your teeth and gums spread via the bloodstream causing infection, inflammation and health complications elsewhere. If your gums bleed when you brush for example this means bacteria from your mouth are able to break into the rest of your body, invading and damaging your systemic health bu creating chronic inflammation. Good oral health is key to being fit and healthy an...
Mar 01, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 67
Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is a sleep-related movement disorder that involves clenching jaw muscles to grind upper and lower teeth together. This condition causes symptoms, like a sore jaw, facial pain, and chronic headaches. It can also negatively impact your oral health and lead to the need for expensive dental work. So…why do you grind your teeth? Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane Holistic Dentist explains and covers causes of bruxism and how to treat it. www.holisticdentistry.au www.evolve...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Oral cancer is cancer that effects the lips, cheeks, tongue, gums, palate or floor of the mouth. They can be difficult to detect and often are not picked up until its too late. Your dentist can screen and check for mouth cancers at your regular dental checks and this simple two minute screening can help save your life. Brisbane holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall of Evolve Dental discusses all things oral cancer from diagnosis, prevention, risk factors and treatment. www.holisticdentistry.au www.evo...
Feb 16, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Regular dental care and teeth cleaning can go a long way to helping prevent and treat tooth decay and gum disease. However, there are times when you need more than a preventive or maintenance clean and a deep cleaning to treat your gum issues and disease is required. In this episode, holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall from Evolve Dental in Brisbane Aus explains what a deep cleaning is, who needs it and why, what to expect and how to determine if you need to have the procedure. www.holisticdentistry...
Feb 09, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Probiotics are microorganisms (mainly bacteria) that provide benefits to humans – from the prevention of bad breath and cavities to improved gum health and much more. Dr Rachel Hall discusses the uses of oral probiotics, their benefits, when and how to take them and what oral probiotics to take. In this informative episode find out all about dental probiotics and have some fun while Dr Rachel struggles to say the Latin names of the bacterial strains. If you struggle with poor gum health, dental ...
Feb 02, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Myofunctional exercises for the tongue, lips and facial muscles can support with your breathing, improve chewing and speach function, and reduce TMJ issues, neck pain and headaches. Dr Rachel Hall Holistic Dentist address this topic, the pros and cons, what to look out for and be aware of and what it can do for you. Myofunctional therapy doesn't just address your oral cavity and tongue — it addresses all the facial muscles, and the head and neck. It teaches you to breathe through your nose and r...
Jan 26, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Bacteria from gum disease and dental infections have been found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's Disease. There are now research studies that show poor oral health is a causative factor in AD. Holistic Dentist Dr Rachel Hall shares about how periodontal gum disease causes cognitive decline. Proper oral hygiene, including regular brushing, flossing and tongue scraping, and getting regular cleanings with a mercury-free biological dentist, will go a long way toward keeping your teeth and gu...
Jan 19, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 61
If you want to have great oral health and a healthy life then you need to work with your dentist and hygienist as part of your team. Holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall from Evolve Dental in Brisbane explains how the dentist can support you to prevent and heal gum disease as well as tooth decay and other dental issues that can devastate not only your smile but your health too. Your dentist should work with you to be your partner in achieving your dental health goals. How can you ensure you get the b...
Jan 12, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 60
If you have struggled to get your gum health and dental decay under control then these super tips for a healthy mouth, oral hygiene care and products that go beyond the normal of brush and floss then this episode of the Dental Zone is for you. Brisbane holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall shares her super oral hygiene tips for a healthy mouth and smile. www.holisticdentistry.au www.evolvedental.com.au...
Jan 05, 2024•48 min•Season 2Ep. 58
So you think you know how to brush your teeth and care for you mouth? There are so many ways that people brush their teeth and not all of them are effective and some can even cause damage to the very teeth and gums you are trying to protect. Dr Rachel Hall Holistic Dentist explains how to brush and floss properly to prevent cavities, gum disease, bad breath and inflammation. Clean teeth, healthy mouth and a healthy life. www.holisticdentistry.au www.evolvedental.com.au...
Dec 29, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane based holistic dentist shares what tools you can use at home to improve and maintain oral health. Healthy gums support you to live healthier and have a healthy life. Using the right tools for the job can help you prevent, treat and cure gum disease. From toothbrushes, flosses, tooth picks, mouthwashes, waterpiks and more find out what you can use to give yourself the edge when it comes to keeping your teeth and gums healthy and disease free. www.holisticdentistry.au www.e...
Dec 22, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 55
How often do you look inside your mouth? No, not just a quick grin to check for spinach in your teeth but a proper look to determine if your mouth is healthy or not. How do you know what to look for and then what it means for you and your oral health? How to improve your oral health and your overall health Part 4 In this show, Holistic Dentist Dr Rachel Hall of Evolve Brisbane explains how to check your mouth, teeth and gums, what is healthy, what is disease and then how to work with that alongs...
Dec 15, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Improve Your Oral and Overall Health Part 3 - Gum Disease What It Is and What I Means For You In this episode Dr Rachel Hall holistic dentist of Evolve Dental Brisbane explains what gum disease is, what causes it, what the signs and symptoms are and its significance to you health. Gum disease can have devastating impacts on your dental health but is also linked to increased risk of many systemic health issues and poor health. Bleeding gums are not normal and need to be take as an indicator that ...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 53