The Science of Self-Healing Hosted by Dr. Sharon Stills With Special Guest
Dr. Gerry Curatola
About Dr. Gerry Curatola, D.D.S.
Dr. Gerry Curatola is an internationally recognized biologic dentist with more than 37 years of clinical practice experience. Dr. Curatola studied neuroscience at Colgate University and attended dental school at New York University College of Dentistry where he now serves as Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Cariology and Comprehensive Care. Dr. Curatola attended Harvard Medical School's program in Complementary and Alternative Medicine in 1996-97, and he is the Founder and Director of Rejuvenation Dentistry on Park Avenue in New York, NY, and Rejuvenation Health in East Hampton, NY.
Dr. Curatola holds multiple patents and trademarks for his pioneering work on the Oral Microbiome, and he is the inventor of Revitin, an oral care line based on his proprietary microbiome research. In 2006, Dr. Curatola named The Curatola Wing For Clinical Research at New York University to further translational research, and he is the recipient of the Acton Medal at NYU for outstanding contributions to the University. He is listed in the Guide to America’s Top Dentists, the Leading Physicians of the World, Who’s Who Amongst Professionals, and Top Dentists of New York. Dr. Curatola frequently serves as oral health expert to The Doctor Oz Show, CBS, FOX and ABC television networks, and he has published extensively in professional and lay publications. His latest book, The Mouth-Body Connection, released by Hachette Publishing in 2017, explores the bi-directional relationship behind oral health and systemic wellness.
“Oral Health is 'the 800lb. gorilla in the Wellness Room,' often overlooked yet plays an essential role in our ability to live a longer healthier life.”
Dr. Gerry Curatola, founder/director Rejuvenation Dentistry.
Episode Highlights with Dr. Gerry Curatola, D.D.S.
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Gum Disease epidemic causal to other diseases: heart attack, diabetes, colorectal cancer, pregnancy complications
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The prevalence of gum disease indicates inflammation
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Toothpaste invented by the soap makers, creates imbalance of the microbes and can contribute to disease
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Revitin made to keep the oral microbiome in balance
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Four cornerstones of oral health in book Mouth Body Connection. Soon to be a sequel with a 5th cornerstone
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Cornerstone #1: Avoid chemical and "natural" oral care products: (history of fluoride w/ scientific studies and health concerns)
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Cornerstone #2: Nutrition is foundational: alkalize (7.8-7.9 pH), anti-inflammatory, antioxidant (green leafy vegetables, EFA's, Vitamin D3 and K2)
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Cornerstone #3: Exercise: Yoga, HIT (High intensity training) increasing circulation
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Cornerstone #4: Management of stress (TMJ, tooth decay, and gum disease all related to stress)
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Importance of having a Biologic dentist: mercury toxicity - off-gasing (SMART removal), root canals, cavitation's
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Dr. Curatola's journey of mercury toxicity and the process of slow and steady chelation needs to be in par
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Cornerstone #5: (OSA) Obstructive Sleep Apnea - Causes and how to treat. Dr. Felix Liao DDS, CPAP treats symptoms and not the cause
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DNA appliance (Vivos) for reshaping the arch of the mouth to address the root cause of sleep apnea. (slow palate expansion) Sleep apnea in children is often misdiagnosed as ADHD, also related to bed wetting
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5 things people need to do:
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(1.) Cone beam scan - check for cavitations must be read by qualified dentist. Dr. Curatola to teach.
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(2.) Do a home sleep study, easier, disposable. Can be done through virtual consult. See below.
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(3.) Remove amalgam fillings and BPA composites. VOCO
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(4.) Remove infected toot canals and jaw cavitations. (changing from titanium to ceramic or zirconia, -titanium creates endotoxins and inflammation, acts as an antennae to 5G, and blocks meridian)
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(5.) Support nutrition before, during, and after dental procedures
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Future of upcoming trainings, how to reach his practice, (see below)
Links & Resources Mentioned
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IAOMT -The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
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Rejuvenation Dentistry