Dental Zone

DIY Dentistry Disasters - Don't Try This At Home

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

DIY dentistry might seem tempting, but the risks far outweigh any perceived savings. These DIY at-home dental treatments, often promoted online, promi...

10 Mistakes Your Making That Are Ruining Your Teeth

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Everyday habits that wreak havoc with your smile. Unknowingly chipping away at your pearly whites? From crunching on ice cubes to using your teeth as ...

How What You Eat Impacts The Health of Your Gums

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The health of your teeth and gums can be affected by the foods you eat. Micronutrients, vitamins and minerals can support your dental health. Find out...

Foods To Eat To Fix Gum Recession and Gum Disease

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The health of your teeth and gums can be affected by the foods you eat. Micronutrients, vitamins and minerals can support your dental health. Find out...

Can You Fix Gum Recession At Home

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can receding gums grow back? Gum recession can make your teeth look long and old and make them very sensitive. Can you fix them yourself at home? Disc...

How Poor Nutrition Alters Your Dental Health

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gum and Teeth Trouble? It Might Be What's Missing From Your Plate! Ever notice your gums feeling a little sore after a night of sugary treats? It's no...

Replacing Ugly Looking Metal Amalgam Fillings? What You Need To Know This First

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Got ugly dark, grey or black fillings in your teeth and want to get them changed? There are some things you need to know first as these dark ugly fill...

Why You Should NOT Get A Dental Implant

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dental implants aren't always the best option and this podcast shares the risks of implants and why you shouldn't get them. There are several reasons ...

Does Gum Disease Cause Heart Attacks

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Turns out, what happens in your mouth can have a surprising impact on your heart. That's right, unhealthy gums might be more than just bad breath – ...

Sugar is NOT The Cause of Tooth Decay - This is

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sugar on its own cannot cause tooth decay. This podcast challenges the idea that sugar is the only cause of tooth decay. It offers ways to halt and ev...

What Is Mewing And Does It Work To Improve Your Teeth and Facial Profile

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can you sculpt your jawline with your tongue? The internet is buzzing about "mewing," but does this tongue posture trick really work? Dr Rachel Hall, ...

The #1 Home Remedy to Stop Tartar and Tooth Decay

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fight Plaque and Tartar Like a Boss: Your Secret Weapon for a Sparkling Smile! Plaque and tartar – the yucky buildup that turns smiles into scary mo...

Can Xylitol Prevent Tooth Decay and Gum Disease

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can xylitol reverse and prevent tooth decay? Xylitol, a sugar alcohol, may help reduce cavities by limiting harmful bacteria growth in the mouth. Find...

To Floss or Not To Floss? That is the question...

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Floss or Floss Not? Dr. Rachel Hall Weighs In on Interdental Cleaning Options For decades, flossing has been a cornerstone of good oral hygiene. But r...

Gum Disease Linked to Heart Attack Risk! Brushing Could Save Your Life

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Turns out, what happens in your mouth can have a surprising impact on your heart. That's right, unhealthy gums might be more than just bad breath – ...

Regular Vs Natural Toothpaste Which Is Best?

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Which is the best toothpaste is it a regular one or a natural one? Which one works best to prevent cavities and gum disease, whiten your teeth and fre...

Tooth Decay: The Second Most Common Disease In The World

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tooth decay should have been eradicated by now yet it is still one of the most common diseases affecting mankind. Why is that and how do we prevent it...

Bleeding Gums Are Not Normal - Fix It Fast

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Blood on your toothbrush? Freaking out might not be the answer, but ignoring it definitely isn't. Bleeding gums are like a flashing warning light in y...

Why Gums Recede and How To Stop Gum Recession

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Forget that long-in-the-tooth look! Dreaming of biting into an ice cream cone without flinching, or showing off a dazzling smile that isn't hiding sen...

How To Avoid The Dentist and Tooth Decay

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wish there was a way to ditch the dentist drills and achieve a sparkling smile from the comfort of your own home? What if I told you there's a revolut...

Are All Root Canals Bad For Your Health?

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been told you need a root canal, only to have a holistic dentist suggest ripping the whole tooth out? Yikes! Hold on to your pearly whit...

What Is A Root Canal and Should You Get One?

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the facts about root canals and whether this treatment option is right for you and your health. What is a root canal? Why do I need a root ca...

Why You Need To Take Care of Your Mouth To Take Care of Your Brain

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Taking care of your teeth and gums could help you to take care of your brain. There are links between gum disease and dental infections and chronic br...

Everything You Need To Know About White Fillings

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

White or tooth-coloured fillings are used to restore broken or decayed teeth. What are white dental fillings? How do they work, are they safe and what...

Why Do Dentists Take X-rays and Do I Really To To Have Them?

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dental X-rays are taken regularly to help diagnose dental disease and check for hidden issues. Many people are concerned about exposure to X-rays and ...

What To Do About Bad Bugs In Your Mouth

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know the wrong mouth bugs can damage your health? What are the links between oral bacteria and health? Your mouth is the gateway to your body ...

The Issues of Mouth Breathing

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mouth breathing is a serious matter. In children of growing age, it may have devastating effects on general health and growth. Many seemingly unrelate...

9 Reasons Sleep Is Important

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Well, all know that sleep is an important part of a holistic lifestyle. If we don't get a good night's sleep we feel rotten, tired and exhausted the n...

Magnesium The Magic Mineral

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Magnesium is a mineral that is essential to many biological processes that occur in the body. Magnesium aids in the body's absorption of calcium and ...

10 Top Tips To Beat Stress

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Being stressed impacts on your health and wellbeing. It also impacts on your dental health increasing your risk of dental decay, gum disease, mouth ul...

My Holistic Dentistry Philosophies

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Holistic dentistry focuses on treating the underlying problems that cause symptoms in the mouth to eliminate those problems and thus prevent the sympt...

Why Chewing Gum Is A Bad Thing

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste To Prevent Tooth Decay and Strengthen Teeth

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can hydroxyapatite toothpaste reduce your risk of tooth decay and strengthen your teeth? Recent studies have stated that 'Hydroxyapatite toothpaste is...

Amazing Advancements in Modern Dentistry

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the amazing advancements in modern dentistry that make dentistry more effective, comfortable and efficient for you and your dentist. The f...

10 Ways To Naturally Whiten Your Teeth and Have A Healthy Smile

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

Food For Thought - Eating for Health and Wellness

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 over...

10 Reasons Water Is My Number 1 Drink

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Sweet Truths and Big Fat Lies

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 arou...

Natural Cures and Prevention for Receding Gums

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 you...

The Tales Your Mouth Tells About Your Health

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Diseases Caused By Poor Dental Health - The Oral-Systemic Link

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Six Supplements for Stronger Teeth and To Reverse Tooth Decay

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 h...

The Early Health Warning System In Your Mouth

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Can Receding Gums Grow Back

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 rec...

Can Xylitol Prevent Tooth Decay and Improve Oral Health

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

What Causes Sensitive Teeth and How To Fix It

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 happen...

Fluoride and Your Hormones

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are studies that raise concerns about the use of fluoride and its impacts on the pituitary and pineal glands. Research shows that fluoride cause...

Is Your Mouth Making You Sick, Is Your Health Causing Tooth Decay?

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your dental health and your overall health are linked - this is called the mouth-body connection. Infections and inflammation in your teeth and gums s...

Bruxism: Teeth Grinding and Clenching Treatments and Causes

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is a sleep-related movement disorder that involves clenching jaw muscles to grind upper and lower teeth togethe...

All Things Oral Cancer

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 pic...

What Is A Deep Teeth Cleaning?

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 n...

Should You Take Oral Probiotics

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Probiotics are microorganisms (mainly bacteria) that provide benefits to humans – from the prevention of bad breath and cavities to improved gum hea...

Oral Myofunctional Therapy

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Myofunctional exercises for the tongue, lips and facial muscles can support with your breathing, improve chewing and speach function, and reduce TMJ...

Can Good Oral Health Prevent Alzheimer's Disease

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bacteria from gum disease and dental infections have been found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's Disease. There are now research studies tha...

Working With Your Dental Team For A Healthy Mouth

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Super Tips For A Healthy Mouth From A Holistic Dentist

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

How to Brush and Floss Properly To Prevent Tooth Decay

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 eff...

Oral Hygiene Tools for a Healthy Mouth

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

How To Perform An Oral Self-Examination

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Gum Disease What It Is and What It Means For You

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 Evolv...

The Truth About Tooth Decay

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How to improve your oral and overall health Part 2 - The Truth About Tooth Decay. We all know that teeth decay becuase we eat sugar - well at least th...

How To Improve Your Oral and Overall Health

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Your oral health and overall health are linked. Tooth decay and gum disease not only cause mouth problems but are related to systemic wellness and hea...

How To Tell If Your Dentist Does Safe Amalgam Removal

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you are considering removing your dental amalgam fillings because they contain mercury it is very important that it is done safely. Your dentist sh...

How To Prepare For Amalgam Removal With Diet and Supplements

10 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane-based holistic dentist discusses how to prepare your body for amalgam removal through diet, lifestyle and supplementation to r...

Science Based Heavy Metal Detox Regime

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A simple supplement-based protocol to help support you with heavy metal detox based on evidence-based science and research that shows the impacts of m...

Is It Worth Doing A Mercury Detox If You Have Amalgam Fillings?

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You may have heard that you shouldn't do a detox if you have mercury amalgam fillings in your teeth or that it is a waste of time. Well, that isn't tr...

Is It Dangerous To Have Amalgam Removal?

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it dangerous to get your amalgam fillings removed? Well, the answer will depend on who you ask and on how the amalgam is being removed. With safety...

What Are The Options Instead of Dental Amalgam?

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dental amalgam has been used to fill teeth for over 200 years, however, due to the risks of mercury in the filling as well as the fact that it is unsi...

The Symptoms of Mercury Toxicity

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The symptoms of mercury toxicity have been extensively studied and are well known. Dental amalgam fillings are a mix of mercury and other metals and t...

The Potential Health Impacts of Dental Mercury in Amalgam Fillings

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall discusses the research facts and findings regarding the impact of mercury from dental fillings on health. Silver, meta...

Dentistry Without Mercury

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dental amalgam aka silver fillings contains mercury and other metals. Are there potential implications of having this material placed in your teeth an...

The Three Blindspots of Dentistry That Could Reduce Decay and Gum Disease

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a holistic dentist, it is my mission and vision to highlight the weaknesses of my profession and the training we receive in regard to the oral-syst...

Is Your Dentist Mercury Safe?

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

MERCURY FILLINGS AND HOLISTIC DENTISTRY It is obvious that in regard to mercury amalgam fillings, dentistry is heading in a new direction and more and...

Could Your Teeth Be Causing Headaches?

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you suffer from headaches, migraines, facial pain, pain behind your eyes or pains in your neck and shoulders you should mention it to your dentist ...

How To Stop Receding Gums

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to gum recession there is a lot of misinformation and misunderstandings out there in internet land and even in the way dentists have bee...

Brush or Die, How To Quit Sugar and Why You Have Sensitive Teeth

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Holistic dentist, Dr Rachel Hall shares the low-down around why something as simple as brushing your teeth helps you have a long and healthy life, alo...

Oil Pulling All The Facts, Myths and Benefits

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Regular oil pulling might help you to avoid cavities, resolve gum disease and improve your oral health. Oil pulling is a way of helping to cleanse you...

The Dental Diet Recipe For Dental Health and Wellness

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is there more to great dental health than just brushing and flossing your teeth and avoiding sugar? Your overall health and the health of your mouth a...

Why Adults Should Get Braces For Straighter Teeth

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do holistic dentistry and cosmetic dentistry go together? Did you know straight well aligned teeth provide you with many oral health and well-being be...

Frequently Asked Questions About Amalgam Removal

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the five main reasons why people get their amalgam fillings removed as Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane Holistic Dentist answers the question patients...

Are Root Canals Killing Us? Let's Talk About Root Cause The Movie

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do root canals cause cancer or make us sick? Recently there has been a lot of talk about the dangers of root canals and whether they cause health issu...

How To Have A Healthy Mouth For A Healthy Life

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If your mouth is unhealthy and has an untreated disease, inflammation or infection then it is increasing your risk for ill health and is already maki...

The Six Pillars of Good Health

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are the six pillars of health care that you need to focus on to have a healthy life and reduce your risk for chronic illness and disease? We are ...

The Good, The Bad, The Ugly and The BS In Holistic Dentistry

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Holistic dentistry has some amazing science-backed protocols and approaches to oral health and dental treatments. In this show, Dr Rachel Hall exposes...

Questions I Often Get Asked As A Holistic Dentist

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are a lot of questions about holistic dentistry and in this podcast, Brisbane Holistic Dentist Dr Rachel Hall provides her answers. Simply put h...

Do The Dental Profession Know How Bad Amalgam Is For The Environment?

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The British Dental Journal published an article promoting the benefits of dental offices having an amalgam separator unit fitted to their waste plumbi...

What to Eat to Heal Dental Cavities Naturally

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can you heal dental cavities with food? As a holistic dentist, I am a strong believer in empowering and equipping my patients with the right tools and...

Should You Do A Heavy Metal Detox?

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The root cause behind many of today's most common chronic illnesses is excess exposure to toxic metals found throughout the environment, the food supp...

It's Time To Get SMART - 10 Facts About Amalgam Fillings and Mercury

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is all the fuss about mercury fillings? Leading Brisbane holistic dentist Dr Rachel Hall has been providing safe amalgam removal and mercury-free...

Fluoride - The Uncensored Truth

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Conventionally trained dentists are not going to tell you this. There is a lot of science behind fluoride and its impact on your teeth and health but ...

7 Facts About Amalgam Fillings That Have Nothing To Do With Mercury

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are the myths and facts surrounding amalgam fillings? If you ask your dentist about silver amalgam fillings and wonder whether you should have th...

How To Get Your Amalgam Fillings Removed - Safely!

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to getting your amalgam fillings removed find out why you should get it done right the first time by making the SMART choice. Brisbane H...

How to Detox for Amalgam Removal and Support Your Body to Reduce Mercury

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How to detox for amalgam removal and to support your body to reduce mercury and heavy metals. Brisbane Holistic Dentist Dr Rachel Hall explains why yo...

6 Step Safe Mercury Amalgam Filling Removal Process

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the 6-step amalgam removal process with Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane Holistic Dentist. Understand why you require a consultation prior to under...

The Dentist, Mercury Vapour and You

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about mercury in your dental fillings and why it is important to see a mercury-safe SMART-certified holistic dentist. Silver fillings called den...

The Poison In Your Teeth

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Poison in Your Teeth - sliver metal fillings called dental amalgam contain mercury a toxic heavy metal. Listen to this introductory conversation d...

Is Amalgam Removal Difficult?

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is Amalgam Removal Difficult? The process is quite straightforward as like in any other dental procedure we numb your mouth, drill and then put a new ...

What Is Dental Amalgam and Why Would You Want To Have It Removed

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Rachel Hall holistic dentist Brisbane discusses dental amalgam fillings and mercury. Discover why holistic dentists choose not to use amalgam filli...

Should I Get My Amalgam Mercury Fillings Removed?

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mercury, used in dental amalgam, has been linked to many health problems. Yet dentists are still placing it in people's teeth, telling them it is perf...

What Is The Difference Between A Holistic Dentist and a Traditional One

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is holistic dentistry? People often ask "what's the difference between holistic dentistry and traditional dentistry?" or "how similar is holistic...