Dr. Michelle Jorgensen
July 29, 2024
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How To Fix Cavities Naturally
In this article, I want to discuss how to fix a cavity naturally. I’ll also talk about some commonly perceived “health foods” that may actually be stealing minerals or breaking down your teeth…
…and I’ll tell you how to prepare them so they’re better for your teeth.
I’ll also share my “Remineralizing Smoothie” recipe with you as well. Additionally, we’ll explore how the body can heal cavities naturally by consuming certain foods that promote dental health and remineralization.
Before we get too far, I’m going to explain a little more about naturally fixing cavities or “regrowing teeth” (also known as remineralizing teeth)
This is such an important concept and something most people don’t understand.
Let’s get started!
Tooth anatomy, tooth enamel, and cavities
A tooth is made of layers.
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The outside layer is the enamel and is full of minerals.
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The next layer is called dentin and is much softer and full of nutrient tubules.
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The inside layer is called the pulp and is where the blood vessels and nerves live
So how does a cavity form?
Cavity formation occurs when minerals are removed from the enamel, which can happen in two different ways.
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When bacteria and plaque sit on the teeth they make acid that dissolves the minerals. Harmful bacteria feed on sugars and starches, producing acid that erodes the enamel.
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When your body needs minerals and isn’t getting them through food, it takes them from the teeth.
When the minerals are removed, a microscopic hole then forms.
This hole is big enough for bacteria to crawl into and make a home with a few of their friends…
…they then create more acid and dissolve more minerals, and the hole gets bigger.
Can cavities be fixed or healed naturally?
A cavity is healed by removing the bacteria from the tooth and ADDING MINERALS.
Pay attention to that!
If the hole is small, it will completely remineralize or fill back in… By consuming specific nutrient-rich foods and maintaining good oral hygiene, you can support your body’s natural ability to reverse cavities and prevent tooth decay.
…if it is large, it will not.
We don’t have any tooth construction workers that can put up scaffolding and rebuild the mineral structure of the tooth if large amounts have already been lost.
This is where I see much of the confusion…
People confuse re-mineralization with *re-growing.*They aren’t the same thing.
If the cavity is large, it will leave a large hole that the body can not rebuild.
If the cavity is deep into the dentin, the bacteria have spread… It is crucial to have a cavity properly treated by a professional to ensure effective treatment and prevent further damage.
…and adding minerals won’t be enough.
That’s when we recommend bio-mimetic restorations.
This involves two steps:
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Killing the bacteria that have spread deep into the dentin of the tooth. (We use ozone to do this.)
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Replacing the missing tooth structure with a body-friendly filling material.
You can learn more about biomimetic dental procedures here.
The longer you wait, the more difficult and expensive the procedure will become.
Steps for fixing cavities naturally or remineralizing your teeth
It is possible to fix a cavity naturally and remineralize a tooth when the cavity is small and still in the enamel – which is the mineral-rich portion.
We teach and encourage you to do this!
It takes three things:
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Keeping all the bacteria and plaque off the teeth to prevent cavities so no more minerals are dissolved.
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Adding minerals back in from the inside & out!
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Choose foods that will add minerals to your teeth and your body. Maintaining oral health is essential for preventing issues like tooth decay and cavities.
The products I recommend to add minerals back into the teeth from the outside are my tooth powders and mouthrinses, which are made of hydroxyapatite. (the mineral that your teeth is made of
Too give your body more minerals to use in the cavity reversing process, I recommend my remineralization supplements, which contain the exact vitamins and minerals your body needs for enamel repair.
Unexpected “health” foods and sugary foods that can lead to cavities
Some things I have consistently seen strip minerals from people’s teeth without them realizing it are green drinks and smoothies. Sugary foods also play a significant role in damaging dental health by feeding harmful oral bacteria, leading to cavities and tooth decay.
The dark leafy greens in green drinks and smoothies have a lot of something called oxalic acid in them.
This oxalic acid inhibits the absorption of calcium…
…both from the greens and from other ingredients in the smoothie.
I had a patient once that had been eating spinach three meals a day- because she had heard it was good for her health.
Her teeth looked like someone had poured acid over them.
The minerals had simply dissolved.
The oxalic acid in the spinach had blocked the absorption of calcium from her meals, negatively impacting her dental health…
…so her body had taken the calcium out of her teeth.
But don’t fear all you green smoothie lovers! There is an easy solution for this.
Add a Calcium lactate tablet to your smoothie to bind the oxalic acid so it doesn’t bind to the other calcium and minerals in your food.
I drink green smoothies almost every day . . . but using this trick has saved my teeth from losing all those precious minerals.
So, let me share with you my go-to smoothie right now!
My go-to smoothie right now for good dental and overall health!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins
Ingredients
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1 Cup Coconut Milk or water
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1 Date
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1 Cup Greens (Spinach or Swiss Chard)
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1/2 Cup Frozen Red Berries
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A Pinch of Salt
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1 Calcium Lactate Tablet
Instructions
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Blend until smooth and enjoy!
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