Did You Know That There is More to Dentistry Than Just Your Mouth? Most of us are familiar with the traditional mouth-only orientation of dentistry, which is focused on oral hygiene, fillings, and extractions. Whole-Body Dentistry represents a shift away from this traditional approach to dentistry and offers what some feel is a revolutionary view of dentistry one that recognizes that issues in the mouth can trigger seemingly unrelated physical illnesses. Mark A. Breiner, DDS was an early proponent of the whole-body approach to dentistry. He wrote the original edition of Whole-Body Dentistry: Discover the Missing Piece to Better Health in 1999 with an introduction by Robert C. Atkins, MD. Dr. Breiner is now happy to offer a thoroughly updated and expanded edition, Whole-Body Dentistry: A Complete Guide to Understanding the Impact of Dentistry on Total Health with a foreword by cardiologist Stephen T. Sinatra, MD, author of Reverse Heart Disease Now. Dr. Breiner clearly explains the concepts in this comprehensive yet very readable guide and reference. Topics covered build upon each other and are crossed referenced throughout the book for clarity. This valuable information will help patients make better and more informed dental-treatment choices in order to achieve a higher level of health. The book provides: - Clear, concise, vital information for the consumer - Addresses the impact of traditional dental procedures on total health - Explains new diagnostic tools and treatment protocols - Shares Dental Detective Stories to illustrate key topics - Includes important Dental Meridian Chart & explores and explains the energetic paradigm of dentistry - Offers resources/websites for finding dentists, physicians, products & services. Valuable and necessary information for both consumers and health practitioners. Finalist Book of the Year Awards - Foreword Review WINNER! 2012 Global E-Book Awards/Medicine and Healthcare