Recently, the Associated Press reported that due to lack of research, flossing isn’t necessary and therefore had been removed from federal government dietary guidelines as of last year. However, a lack of research does not equate to the effectiveness of flossing. Flossing is difficult to study per federal regulations as they require evidence be obtained via […]
Category: Healthy You
Summer Feature: DrTung’s Health Products for Hiking and Camping
It’s summertime, meaning there’s plenty of exciting excursions in store. With sunshine and warm temperatures, adventure awaits outside your door. Despite being away from home, it’s just as easy to keep up with your daily health habits with help of the right products. Having your favorite health products for hiking and camping will aid in […]
Natural Toothbrush Sanitizer is Sustainable & Convenient!
Toothbrushes harbor a host of harmful bacteria that can re-infect your mouth when you brush. Every time a toilet is flushed, sprays are used, someone sneezes, your toothbrush is thus exposed to these airborne particles. The DrTung’s Snap-On Toothbrush Sanitizer fights bacteria naturally as it releases all-natural, anti-bacterial essential oil dry vapors to kill germs and safely […]
History of Amalgam Mercury Fillings
Dental fillings are used to repair a tooth that has suffered from tooth decay and help restore its original form. Dental amalgam is a primitive filling material consisting of about 50% liquid (elemental) mercury. So how is it that this toxic substance has ended up in our mouths? Early French dentists discovered that mixing silver with […]
A User Responds – Mercury Fillings
Although mercury is identified as a toxic substance, dentists have prescribed mercury amalgam fillings to patients over the years. While many believe that having them in your mouth is dangerous, the process of removing them can also go very wrong if proper safety protocols are not followed. (The American Dental Association -ADA- does not acknowledge nor […]
Tongue Scraping and Cleansing: Ayurvedic Tradition
Often times, in Western Society, we associate the word cleanse with strictly nutritional aspects for a given period of time. In Chinese Medicine, however, cleansing is an important tradition to incorporate into your lifestyle at various points of the year as the seasons and energies shift. Nutrition is important alongside healthy, holistic habits to help nourish […]
Best Oral Hygiene Products for Men
We all know that men take just as much pride in their appearance and, dare we say, their hygiene, as women do – maybe they just don’t want to admit it as openly. However, the crew over at AskMen.com not only recognize this, they fully embrace it. Most importantly, they recognize that the key to […]
Oil Pulling and REJUV: Lavaan Smile Review
We’re thrilled to share this review from Allison Olear of Lavaan Smile on her take of oil pulling and REJUV: Over the years a lot of health trends have made their way into my operatory. I’ve seen patients who swear by monthly juice cleanses, intermittent fasting, or ear candling. However, one fad in particular is […]
EatLifeBalance March Favorites: Dr. Tung’s Tongue Scraper
We are honored to be included in nutrition and healthy lifestyle blog, EatLifeBalance, as part of their ELB March Favourites rundown! ELB tells us that she has included our Dr. Tung’s Stainless Steel Tongue Scraper to her daily detoxification routine, along with oil pulling, dry brushing, and epsom salts. We couldn’t agree more that incorporating […]
Oral Health and the Flu
As Fall transitions into Winter for many of us here in the United States, we’re suddenly bombarded with the threat of the flu. Recognizing that oral health and the flu are correlational, however, will work in your favor. To keep this dreaded sickness away, now more than ever is an important time to stay true […]