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The RiseWell Option

Our mouth is the main gateway to our overall health, which means our teeth are constantly vulnerable. Although tooth enamel is the strongest substance in the human body, it can lose its durability from daily acid intake. When bacteria in the mouth have no food source, they start to produce acids that lead to dental caries. RiseWell is a BPA-free, non-fluoride, non-toxic oral health product line made with essential oils and extracts that naturally freshen breath and have been shown to reduce inflammation and fight bacteria.
 
For decades, fluoride toothpaste has been used to prevent cavities. As we become more aware of our health, we learn more about what we use and put into our bodies, seeking healthier, more natural alternatives. In dental, this leads to Xylitol. Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol found in plants that have shown to have benefits in preventing dental caries. In addition to Xylitol, the natural armor in the enamel is a mineral called Hydroxyapatite (a.k.a. HA). In fact, it’s a crystal composition that makes up 97percent of the enamel, 70 percent of dentin and 60 percent of bones. There are two structures: microcrystalline and nano. Micro HA is a larger particle that helps rebuild the enamel where nano HA is smaller in size that can help with sensitivity.
 
HA has been less known in the U.S. but Japan has been using it for 40-plus years; NASA made the discovery back in the 1970s. Credited from RiseWell Research, “In a recent study in Nature, microcrystalline HA was compared to fluoride in a one-year, double-blind randomized clinical trial in children looking at the impact on caries rates. The study shows that ‘the impact of the daily use of a toothpaste with microcrystalline HA on enamel caries progression in the primary dentition is not inferior to a fluoride control toothpaste’” In fact, the results for the HA toothpaste in the study were slightly better than the fluoride toothpaste.
 
According to Dr. Derek Gatta, DDS, a co-founder of RiseWell, “Bacteria from the oral cavity travel to the gut every time we swallow. While most are harmless, some strains can cause gut dysbiosis, inflammation and systemic diseases. Studies back that up: Oral bacteria can translocate to the gut and change its microbiota.” Gut health is connected directly to oral health.
 
RiseWell has a plethora of everyday products to maintain a healthy smile: Fluoride-free toothpaste, mouthwash and floss. They also have natural biodegradable bamboo toothbrushes that are good for the environment. Flavors include wild mint, birthday cake and unflavored options. All products are made with only pure and natural ingredients to ensure a healthy oral cavity and are completely safe for all ages to ingest—which makes the birthday cake flavor a popular pick.
 
A very kind company with consumer’s best interest in mind, RiseWell products meet all FDA requirements and are manufactured within FDA’s Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs) guidelines.
 
Tampa Bay Dental Implants and Periodontics is located at 6700 Crosswinds Dr., Ste. 200-B, St. Petersburg. For more information/appointment, call 727-384-9122 or visit tbPerio.com