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Gum Disease (Periodontal Health) Treatment in San Francisco
42 holistic practitioners in San Francisco who can help with Gum Disease (Periodontal Health). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
42 Practitioners
0 Treatments
1+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Gum Disease (Periodontal Health)
Gabriel treats gum disease as infectious-inflammatory condition with systemic implications (bacteria from gums enter bloodstream—"bacteremia," seed distant sites, chronic inflammation affects whole body). NOT just cosmetic issue—gum disease increases risk of heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer's. Proto...
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Key Supplements
- CoQ10 100-200mg/day (gum health—deficiency linked to periodontitis, supplementing reduces bleeding, inflammation, improves healing), Vitamin C 1000mg 2-3x/day (collagen synthesis—gums, antioxidant, immune function, deficiency causes bleeding gums), Vitamin D3 5000 IU (immune modulation, anti-inflammatory, deficiency linked to worse gum disease), Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) 2-4g/day (anti-inflammatory, reduces gum inflammation, improves outcomes), Vitamin K2 MK-7 100-200mcg (bone health—prevents bone loss around teeth), Calcium 1000mg + Magnesium 400-600mg (bone health), Zinc 30mg (immune function, wound healing), Vitamin A 5000-10,000 IU (mucous membranes, immune), Probiotics (oral strains—Lactobacillus reuteri, L. salivarius, reduces pathogenic bacteria, improves gum health), Xylitol (gum, mints, or powder—inhibits Streptococcus mutans, reduces plaque, 5-10g/day), Folic Acid 800mcg (some studies show topical or oral folic acid improves gum health), Green Tea Extract (EGCG—antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, improves gum health), Curcumin 500mg 2x/day (anti-inflammatory), Grape Seed Extract 100-300mg (antioxidant, strengthens capillaries—reduces bleeding), Vitamin E 400 IU (antioxidant, healing), Topical/Rinse: Aloe Vera gel (anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial—massage into gums), Tea Tree Oil (diluted 2-3 drops in water—antimicrobial rinse, don't swallow), Ozonated water rinse (antimicrobial—disrupts biofilm), Hydrogen peroxide rinse (3% diluted 1:1 with water—antimicrobial, but don't use long-term—can damage tissue), Salt water rinse (reduces inflammation, promotes healing), Herbal mouthwash (myrrh, peppermint, sage, echinacea—antimicrobial), Clove oil (topical—antimicrobial, pain relief)
Key Lab Markers
- Periodontal examination (probing depths—measure pocket depth around each tooth, >3mm indicates gum disease, >5mm advanced, bleeding on probing), X-rays (bone loss around teeth—shows severity of periodontitis), Clinical exam (gum color, swelling, recession, tooth mobility), Bacterial testing (DNA testing—identifies specific pathogens, guides treatment), Vitamin C (deficiency causes bleeding gums), Vitamin D, CoQ10 (if available), Omega-3 Index, HbA1c (diabetes screening—gum disease worse in diabetics), Inflammatory markers (hs-CRP), CBC, Comprehensive metabolic panel, Screen for systemic connections: Cardiovascular (gum disease linked to heart disease—hs-CRP, lipids, consider cardiology consult if severe gum disease), Diabetes (check HbA1c, fasting glucose), Autoimmune (if suspected—ANA, RF, other autoantibodies)
Practitioners in San Francisco for Gum Disease (Periodontal Health)
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91GPS
Bay Natural Medicine
VerifiedDr. Minna Yoon, ND, L.Ac.·ND, L.Ac., Bastyr University graduate
4.9(78)
San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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91GPS
Bay Natural Medicine
VerifiedDr. Minna Yoon, ND, L.Ac.·ND, L.Ac., Bastyr University graduate
4.9(0)
San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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90GPS
Balanced Health SF
VerifiedDr. Erika Horowitz, ND·ND, hormone health specialist
5.0(52)
Cow Hollow, San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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90GPS
UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·MD, PhD, L.Ac., various specialists
4.6(112)
1545 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94115
integrative medicine
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(415) 353-7700#6
90GPS
Balanced Health SF
VerifiedDr. Erika Horowitz, ND·ND, hormone health specialist
5.0(0)
Cow Hollow, San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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90GPS
UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·MD, PhD, L.Ac., various specialists
4.6(0)
1545 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94115
integrative medicine
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(415) 353-7700#8
89GPS
UCSF Health
Jennifer Ashby·L.Ac
4.5(50)
UCSF Health, San Francisco, CA 94143
Acupuncture
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Contact via website#9
89GPS
Smart Medicine SF
VerifiedDr. Vinh Ngo, MD·MD, functional medicine specialist
4.9(0)
San Francisco, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(415) 598-7633#10
88GPS
Blue Ova Health
Tanja Dehne·L.Ac
4.5(50)
Blue Ova Health, San Francisco, CA 94102
Acupuncture
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Contact via website#11
88GPS
Functional Medicine SF
VerifiedDr. Victoria Chan, ND·ND, Bastyr University graduate
4.9(41)
San Francisco, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation
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88GPS
Radiant Health SF
VerifiedDr. Katie Strobe, ND·ND
5.0(35)
San Francisco and San Rafael, CA
naturopathic medicine
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88GPS
Functional Medicine SF
VerifiedDr. Victoria Chan, ND·ND, Bastyr University graduate
4.9(0)
San Francisco, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation
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88GPS
Radiant Health SF
VerifiedDr. Katie Strobe, ND·ND
5.0(0)
San Francisco and San Rafael, CA
naturopathic medicine
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87GPS
Acupuncture Professionals
Chris O'Donnell·M.S., L.Ac
4.5(50)
Acupuncture Professionals, San Francisco, CA 94102
AcupunctureFunctional Medicine Consultation
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(415) 412-8841#16
87GPS
Smart Medicine SF
VerifiedDr. Vinh Ngo·MD
4.5(50)
Smart Medicine SF, San Francisco, CA 94102
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultation
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(415) 598-7633#17
87GPS
Nova Wellness Med
VerifiedDr. Jen Mann, ND·ND
4.8(44)
San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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87GPS
Nova Wellness Med
VerifiedDr. Jen Mann, ND·ND
4.8(0)
San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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Contact via website#19
86GPS
Blue Willow Acupuncture
Sharone Franzen·L.Ac
4.5(50)
Blue Willow Acupuncture, San Francisco, CA 94127
Acupuncturenutritional counselingWestern Herbal Medicine
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86GPS
SF Holistic Health
Rachele Ferraro·DC
4.5(50)
SF Holistic Health, San Francisco, CA 94117
Chiropractic Carenutritional counselingWestern Herbal Medicine
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(415) 864-3453#21
86GPS
Dr. Nadine Aldahhan
Dr. Nadine Aldahhan·D.O.
4.5(50)
Dr. Nadine Aldahhan, San Francisco, CA 94102
Functional Medicine Consultation
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86GPS
Functional Health and Healing
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple functional medicine practitioners
4.8(56)
San Francisco, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation
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Contact via website#23
86GPS
Dr. Christina Youngren Naturopathic Care
VerifiedDr. Christina Youngren, ND·ND
5.0(0)
San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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86GPS
Functional Health and Healing
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple functional medicine practitioners
4.8(0)
San Francisco, CA
Functional Medicine Consultation
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Contact via website#25
86GPS
Dr. Christina Youngren Naturopathic Care
VerifiedDr. Christina Youngren, ND·ND
5.0(0)
San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
SF Herbal Medicine
Lydia Akhzar·L.Ac
4.5(50)
SF Herbal Medicine, San Francisco, CA 94102
Acupuncturenutritional counselingWestern Herbal Medicine
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Contact via website#27
85GPS
Thriving Life Wellness
Ashley Mechling·L.AC., MSTCM
4.5(50)
Thriving Life Wellness, San Francisco, CA 94102
Acupuncture
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Contact via website#28
85GPS
Infinite Health Zone
VerifiedDr. Neetu Ahluwalia·MD
4.5(50)
Infinite Health Zone, San Francisco, CA 94102
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultation
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85GPS
Dr. Victoria Chan
VerifiedDr. Victoria Chan·ND
4.5(50)
Dr. Victoria Chan, San Francisco, CA 94102
naturopathic medicinenaturopathic primary care
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85GPS
Dr. Christy Guzman Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Christy Guzman, ND·ND
4.9(0)
San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Sutter Health Integrative Medicine
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·MD, L.Ac., various integrative practitioners
4.5(0)
Multiple Bay Area locations
integrative medicine
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Contact via website#32
85GPS
Dr. Christy Guzman Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Christy Guzman, ND·ND
4.9(0)
San Francisco, CA
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Sutter Health Integrative Medicine
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·MD, L.Ac., various integrative practitioners
4.5(0)
Multiple Bay Area locations
integrative medicine
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Contact via website#34
84GPS
Holistic Adjustments
Holistic Adjustments·DC
4.5(50)
Holistic Adjustments, San Francisco, CA 94122
Chiropractic Care
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Contact via website#35
83.6GPS
Vital Ice
Wellness team·Certified wellness practitioners
4.6(78)
2400 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123
Infrared Sauna Therapy
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info@vitalicesf.com#37
80GPS
Stone Clinic
Multiple Providers·Orthopedic specialists
0.0(0)
San Francisco, CA
prpregenerative medicine
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78.6GPS
Agnew Family Wellness
Dr. Laura Agnew·DC, certified in regenerative therapies
4.6(48)
2535 Judah St, San Francisco, CA 94122
light therapyChiropractic Care
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(415) 702-6755#39
5GPS
Avid Sports Medicine
Dr. Veronica Jow·Board-certified Internal Medicine & Sports Medicine
0.0(0)
425 2nd St, Ste 307, San Francisco, CA
prpregenerative medicine
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5GPS
San Francisco Preventive Medical Group
Dr. Lynn & Team·Medical doctors
0.0(0)
380 West Portal Avenue, Suite C, San Francisco, CA 94127
Ozone Therapydetoxification
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(415) 566-1000