Paleo f(x) And The Current Status Of The Ancestral Health Movement

The Paleo Diet has come a long way since it first hit the scene in 2001. Now that Paleo f(x) has concluded, I would like to share with you some of my thoughts about where the movement is today.

Osteoporosis, Bisphosphonates and your Mouth

Since the teeth are supported by bone, osteoporosis can affect the mouth. Oral manifestations can include gum recession, gum disease, loose teeth, tooth loss, implant failure and I’ll fitting dentures. The medication to treat osteoporosis poses a sever risk for your jaws. This post addresses osteoporosis, your mouth, and what you can do to prevent it.

The Sun, UV Light, Vitamin D And Your Health

This time of year is great for getting back outside after the long cold winter months. Here are a few tips about staying healthy in the sun.

Diet, General Health, Oral Health, PaleoScott Solomons, DDSApril 15, 2019UV, UVA, UVB, sunshine, Sunburn, Sun, Vitamin D, Skin types, Tanning, MelaninComment

How Your Dentist Can Help You Look Better, Sleep Better And Be Healthier

Sleep and breathing are two of the most important elements to a happy, healthy, vibrant life. They are both affected by the tongue, upper and lower jaws and oral habits that are the purvue of your dentist.

The One Thing You Can Do To Stop Getting Cavities And Gum Disease

If you could only do one thing to prevent cavities and gum disiease, I would recommend…

The Truth About Dental X-Rays

Everyone knows that radiation is bad for you. The most common source of exposureare dental x-rays. How dangerous are they? I will lay out the pros and cons of having check-up x-raysin this article.

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Vitamin D And Health: Sun, Food or Supplement?

Vitamin D is on everyone’s radar lately. It is associated with the sun which isassociated with bad things. What are we supposed to do about this conundrum?

Diet, General Health, Functional Medicine, Oral HealthScott Solomons, DDSFebruary 18, 2019Vitamin D, teeth, bones, sunshine, supplements, nutrients, foodComment

How To Achieve a Better Physique: Diet, Calorie Counting, Food Density and More Part I

The quest to look better and weigh less is a tightrope walk that often backfires. Here is some science that explains why we usually gain weight back and how you might be able to maintain weight loss. This post is not meant to recommend any specific diet approach.

General Health, Diet, PaleoScott Solomons, DDSFebruary 11, 2019diet, Weight Loss, Physique, Nate Miyaki, Body Composition, Fat, Muscle, metabolic syndromeComment

Are People Who Have Regular Dental Visits Healthier?

Studies show that routine dental care is associated with healthier mouths. It may surprise you to find out why…

Dietary Lessons From The Scots

Salmon, Haggis and seafood with a side of kale and turnips… What could be healthier???

General Health, DietScott Solomons, DDSJanuary 28, 2019Organ Meat, Diet, Haggis, Liver, ScottishComment

Gastric Bypass Surgery Can Lead To Dental Problems

For many, gastric bypass surgery is the only realistic means of overcoming obesity and the myriad associated health issues. In my practice, more and more patients are opting for gastric bypass surgery, often with dramatic results. One 18 month follow-up study found a 57% recovery from, an 84 % cure from cholesterol problems, and a 47% cure from high blood pressure. Unfortunately, I often see uncontrolled tooth decay and tooth loss post-operatively. The reasons have not been widely investigated. There are a few logical explanations as to why this is our happening.

The Cure For The Winter Blues

Seasonal Affective Disorder SAD can be mild or debilitating. Here are the facts and some cures.

Do Some People Have Stronger Teeth?

Blaming your cavitis on soft teeth is a cop out. The fact is that tooth hardness varies, but it is not a concern if you are doing a few basic things.

Fluoride In Our Water: An Ancestral Health Perspective

Fluoride is not Paleo. There are better and safer ways to prevent tooth decay than to ingest a chemical that the human body has absolutely no biological need for.

the truth about gum disease

Gum Disease Is Caused By Processed Fermentable Carbohydrates Which Disrupt The Gut Microbiome Leading To Production Of Endotoxins That Contribute To The Development Of Many Other Diseases