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Gum Disease (Periodontal Health) Treatment in Scottsdale
24 holistic practitioners in Scottsdale who can help with Gum Disease (Periodontal Health). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
24 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 Scottsdale for Gum Disease (Periodontal Health)
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#1
94GPS
Eastern Medicine Center
VerifiedDr. Yinan ·LAc, California and Arizona licensed acupuncturists
5.0(112)
Scottsdale area
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94GPS
Eastern Medicine Center
VerifiedDr. Yinan 'Kevin' Wang, LAc; Dr. Jing Liu, LAc·LAc, California and Arizona licensed acupuncturists
5.0(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
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92GPS
Scottsdale Naturopathic
VerifiedDr. Nicole Sundene, NMD·NMD, 27+ years experience, author of
4.9(87)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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92GPS
Diana Lynn DaGrosa Acupuncture
Diana Lynn DaGrosa, LAc, MSOM, ACN·LAc, MSOM, ACN, 35+ years experience
5.0(0)
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Acupuncture
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92GPS
Diana Lynn DaGrosa Acupuncture
Diana Lynn DaGrosa, LAc, MSOM, ACN·LAc, MSOM, ACN, 35+ years experience
5.0(0)
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Acupuncture
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92GPS
Scottsdale Naturopathic
VerifiedDr. Nicole Sundene, NMD·NMD, 27+ years experience, author of 'The Hormonal Acne Diet'
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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90GPS
Natural Med Doc Scottsdale
VerifiedDr. Sarah Bennett, NMD; Dr. Ibarra, NMD; Dr. Garcia, NMD·NMD, Sonoran University trained, Dr. Bennett completed residency at Keystone Natural Family Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 630-9093#8
90GPS
Natural Med Doc Scottsdale
VerifiedDr. Sarah Bennett, NMD; Dr. Ibarra, NMD; Dr. Garcia, NMD·NMD, Sonoran University trained, Dr. Bennett completed residency at Keystone Natural Family Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 630-9093#9
89GPS
Dr. Roz Ranon Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Roz Ranon, NMD·NMD, fellowship in metabolic/nutritional/functional medicine (ABAAHP), advanced metabolic endocrinology certification
4.8(63)
9767 N 91st St, Ste 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 999-0809#10
89GPS
Dr. Roz Ranon Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Roz Ranon, NMD·NMD, fellowship in metabolic/nutritional/functional medicine (ABAAHP), advanced metabolic endocrinology certification
4.8(0)
9767 N 91st St, Ste 100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 999-0809#11
87GPS
Tao Acupuncture Clinic
Jong Han, LAc·LAc, Masters in Oriental Medicine
4.9(58)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Dr. Liz Hogan Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Liz Hogan, NMD·NMD, award-winning naturopathic physician
4.9(64)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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87GPS
Tao Acupuncture Clinic
Jong Han, LAc·LAc, Masters in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Dr. Liz Hogan Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Liz Hogan, NMD·NMD, award-winning naturopathic physician
4.9(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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86GPS
Zamora Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists
4.8(72)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
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(480) 300-5767#16
86GPS
Modern Medicine AZ
VerifiedDr. David Gallegos, NMD·NMD, founder, bilingual practitioner
4.8(52)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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86GPS
Zamora Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturists·LAc, licensed acupuncturists
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
Acupuncture
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(480) 300-5767#18
86GPS
Modern Medicine AZ
VerifiedDr. David Gallegos, NMD·NMD, founder, bilingual practitioner
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Ethos Integrative Medicine
VerifiedMultiple Licensed NDs·ND, licensed naturopathic doctors
4.8(45)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Andrew Bosun Kim Acupuncture
Andrew Bosun Kim, LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM)·LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM), MS in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
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85GPS
Andrew Bosun Kim Acupuncture
Andrew Bosun Kim, LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM)·LAc, Dipl. OM (NCCAOM), MS in Oriental Medicine
4.9(0)
Scottsdale area
Acupuncture
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85GPS
Ethos Integrative Medicine
VerifiedMultiple Licensed NDs·ND, licensed naturopathic doctors
4.8(0)
Scottsdale, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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