Why You Should Address Your Oral Health First When Battling Cancer

Why You Should Address Your Oral Health First When Battling Cancer
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When I interviewed biological dentists Dr. Stuart Nunally and his partner, Dr. Lane Freeman, I was not surprised to learn that they require their patients with cancer to first have a thorough dental screening. Why? Your dental health impacts every aspect of your health—including a shockingly significant role in the development of cancer.

Nunally was a conventionally trained dentist who became a renowned biological dentist after the removal of his root canals. The result was full recovery from a debilitating neuromuscular disease and complete transformation of his health.

The Periodontal Disease–Cancer Connection

One serious contributor to poor health, in general, is periodontitis, a condition caused by a bacterial infection that damages the soft tissue and can destroy the bone that supports teeth. It is a major contributor to tooth loss. Left unchecked, bacteria from the mouth easily spreads throughout the body. An overaccumulation of bacteria results in increased inflammation which stresses the body’s natural immune system.
James Templeton
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James Templeton founded Uni Key Health Systems in 1992 and now the Templeton Wellness Foundation as a way of giving back and helping others achieve the health and wellness they are seeking.
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