How To Reverse a Cavity Naturally at Home (Cure Tooth Decay)

Summary

This video challenges conventional wisdom on dental cavities, suggesting that teeth can remineralize and heal naturally. It explains the demineralization process, the role of saliva, and how limiting sugar intake and using supplements like xylitol can help. It also touches on the potential for arresting decay with antibacterial treatments and the remarkable regenerative capacity of teeth when given the right conditions, urging viewers to consider natural therapies before resorting to invasive dental procedures.

Takeaways

• 🦷 Dental cavities are not irreversible; teeth have the ability to remineralize and repair themselves under the right conditions.
• 🔬 Cavities form due to a process that involves demineralization and acid production from bacteria, leading to enamel erosion and decay.
• 🍬 Limiting sugar intake is crucial to prevent the feeding of cavity-causing bacteria and to reduce acid production in the mouth.
• 💧 Saliva plays a vital role in the remineralization process, containing minerals and antibacterial compounds that help harden enamel.
• 🍽 Avoiding constant snacking allows saliva to effectively remineralize teeth by providing time to neutralize acids before new acids are produced.
• 🌱 Supplements like xylitol, oral probiotics, and vitamin D can support the remineralization process and inhibit harmful bacteria.
• 🌟 Fluoride treatments are beneficial for strengthening enamel, with sodium fluoride being the most effective and safe source.
• 🛠 While conventional dentistry may focus on fillings for cavities, functional dentistry explores the potential for arresting decay through natural therapies.
• 🌱 Even in severe cases, some functional dentists have observed teeth regenerating, demonstrating the body's capacity for self-repair when given the right conditions.
• 🤔 It's important to have an open discussion with your dentist about trying natural therapies before resorting to invasive procedures.
• 🌿 Emphasizing the need to work with the body's natural systems to prevent and treat cavities, rather than against them, for better dental health.

Q & A

What is the common belief about dental cavities in conventional dentistry?

The common belief in conventional dentistry is that once a cavity forms, it cannot be reversed and requires drilling and filling.

What is the process that leads to the formation of cavities?

Cavities form as a result of a process that starts with the loss of minerals in tooth enamel, leading to demineralization, which, if not balanced by remineralization, results in the formation of pits and fissures that deepen into cavities.

How can teeth remineralize and repair themselves?

Teeth can remineralize and repair themselves when the right conditions are met, such as the presence of minerals in saliva that can redeposit into the enamel, hardening it back up.

What role do acids in the mouth play in cavity formation?

Acids in the mouth soften the enamel and dissolve minerals, a process known as demineralization, which if not counteracted by remineralization, can lead to cavity formation.

What is the role of Streptococcus mutans in the development of cavities?

Streptococcus mutans is a type of bacteria that feeds on sugars and produces acid as a byproduct, which further erodes the enamel and creates an environment conducive to cavity development.

Why is it important to limit sugar and refined carb intake to prevent cavities?

Limiting sugar and refined carb intake is crucial because they feed the bad bacteria that produce acids, which can lead to demineralization and cavity formation.

How does saliva contribute to the prevention of cavities?

Saliva plays a vital role in cavity prevention as it contains calcium, phosphate, and antibacterial compounds that can reharden enamel and neutralize plaque acids.