Mesenchyme-Caution on Mercury Removal

Newsletter: When Not to Remove Your Mercury Fillings - February, 2004

Volume 2, Issue 2, February 2004

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Focus For This Issue: When NOT to Remove Your Fillings

-Feature Article: Mesenchyme

-Note From Dr. Breiner: New Trends in Preventative Medicine for the Mainstream & Kudos to US Congressman Dan Burton

- Attention Doctors: Don't Miss The Upcoming IAOMT meeting

Note From Dr. Breiner:

It always amazes me how the mainstream medical establishment jumps on the "alternative bandwagon" and suddenly legitimizes this approach to health care. This typically takes place decades after those of us who speak for preventative care have gone out on a limb to take a stand.

On February 12th, The Wall Street Journal featured an article entitled "Preventative Medicine Gets More Aggressive; The 'Health Coach' ". The Journal reports on a new trend in medicine. Several noted medical universities have now implemented programs to incorporate patient involvement in their long term health care. The new buzz word is "prospective" rather than "preventative" medicine - but basically the same idea. The Journal states, "The key is getting the patient far more involved...prevention plus personalization." Risk assessments for each individual are developed, identifying specific diseases for which they may be predisposed, and a personalized health plan is set to reach individual goals. On the agenda: nutrition, exercise, stress, spirituality and "information and tools" unique to each individual - some programs even offer "health coaches".

The article points out that while the initial cost for this program can run high; the long term benefits will ultimately come in lower health care costs.

The Journal quotes Duke University health coach, Kerry Little; "If you have a business plan you are more likely to follow it, and if you have a (personal) health plan you are more likely to think each day about what a healthy person does, not just to avoid disease but for overall well-being." Good advice.

This is an article well worth reading.

In the meantime, let's hope that someday soon the medical establishment will "discover" the dental component to "whole-body" health and well-being.

Two prominent figures that have recognized the dental component in health are US Congressman Dan Burton (R-Indiana) and US Congresswoman Diane Watson (D-California). As I've mentioned in the past, these two legislators have introduced into Congress a bill to eliminate dental (mercury) amalgam. Next month, on March 26th in Arlington, VA, I will be attending a reception to honor Congressman Dan Burton (R-IN) Chairman of the Subcommittee on Human Rights and Wellness US House of Representatives and Protector of American's Against Mercury Injury.

I also have attended one of the congressional hearings in Washington... an interesting experience. I would urge you to add your voice. Visit the US Congress web site www.house.gov. On the right side of the page under Legislative Information, click on the link for Find A Bill,under Bill Number enter HR1680. You can read the US Congressional House Bill HR 1680 -Mercury in Dental Filling Disclosure & Prohibition Act. Write, call, fax or email your US Congressional Representative - let them know your feelings on this bill. Don't know who your US Congressional Representative is? Log onto www.house.gov, at the top of the page under Find Your Representative, enter your zip code, your congressional representative will be listed and highlighted for a link to their website. Look for contact information on your representative's site. If you are one of our international e-zine subscribers, please pass this information along to your U.S. friends.

And speaking of mercury in dentistry...the topic for this month's issue is an important caution in removing amalgam fillings. Mercury removal is NOT a simple - see it, remove it, replace it. Just like the new medical model reported above, mercury removal is successful when overall individual assessment is accomplished. The topic this month is "mesenchyme" - sounds like a mouthful! So read below and find out why some folks shouldn't proceed with amalgam removal before this important component is addressed.

The information presented is for educational purposes only. You should consult a qualified dentist or health practitioner for diagnosis and treatment.

Feature Article: Caution on Mercury Removal - The Mesenchyme

Joe, "Doc, I would like my fillings out as soon as possible. Can you do it?"

"Joe, let's do a complete examination and then I can answer that question."

After the exam I had to tell the patient;

"Joe, I know you would like your mercury fillings replaced very soon, however, I would strongly advise against it."

"Let me tell you why..."

Everyone knows we are made of cells - have you ever wondered what holds the cells together? This "scaffolding" is called the mesenchyme. (Imagine a tiled floor - the grout is the mesenchyme and the tiles are the cells.) It is also known as interstitial tissue. It is in the mesenchyme that we have our nerve endings, capillaries, venules and lymphatics. It is here that the exchange of nutrients and waste occur. For example, as you breathe in oxygen it is transported to your lungs and then to your arteries and down to your capillaries where it is unloaded into the mesenchyme and then diffuses into the cells of your organs. The CO2 (carbon dioxide) comes out of the cells into the mesenchyme and is picked up by the venules, goes to your veins, and from there to your lungs to be exhaled. If the mesenchyme is blocked and cannot function efficiently problems can occur.

Checking the mesenchyme is critical. From years of experience I have seen various problems occur if the mesenchyme is blocked. I warn patients not to do a DMPS provoked urine to test for high mercury until the mesenchyme is unblocked. For example, a woman with M.S.(multiple sclerosis) had a physician administer DMPS. She subsequently suffered from exacerbation of her symptomsand never got back to where she was.

In another instance, a sixty-two year old woman in decent health decided to go to a wellness clinic to feel even better. She was told to have her mercury fillings removed. By the end of the week, she needed a cane to help her walk. Over the next few weeks she ended up in a wheel chair and began to have problems speaking. She then came to me, and I referred her to an MD familiar with mercury toxicity, but he could not help her. This is, of course, an extreme example, but you can see why I will not remove fillings unless I have first checked the mesenchyme.

How do you check the status of the mesenchyme?

I personally check the mesenchyme by using EAV (Electro-acupuncture According to Voll) or as it is more commonly called today EDS (ElectroDermal Screening - see last month's newsletter). With EAV I can tell how blocked the interstitial tissue is and test what will unblock it. Homeopathics predictably get the job done in 4-6 weeks. At that time I usually recheck to make sure we can proceed to the next step. As the mesenchyme is being "opened", the patient rarely feels better because the toxins themselves are not being addressed.

During my initial exam, I screen everyone with the EAV. Besides determining if the interstitial tissue is blocked, an indication is given as to what toxins are building up in the cells to interfere with their normal functioning. It is rare that it is just one category, i.e. metals. Often a patient is overburdened with chemicals, pesticides and solvents. But no detoxification should begin until the mesenchyme is unblocked.

Disclaimer

Using EAV is not practicing medicine, and I want to make this perfectly clear. This biofeedback type device asks the body what type of energetic signal is needed to correct an aberrant signal, which then helps the body move towards homeostasis.

Theory

Based on what I know about the mesenchyme and what I witness time and again, I would say my theory on "unblocking" is a good guess. The main thing however, is that it works. How it actually works will one day be understood, for now I am happy to theorize and enjoy the results.

Just ask Joe - the patient at the beginning of this article who came in to have his fillings replaced. He too had mesenchyme blockage. After "un" blockage of the first "layer" of his toxins, guess what - his head pain that he had for 2 1/2 years, and that no physicians or tests could explain or help, improved dramatically. He will tell you that he doesn't care what the explanation is, he is just happy to have relief of his pain.

© 2004, Mark A. Breiner, DDS

Interested in further reading on this topic?

Pishenger superbly discusses mesenchyme in his book, Matrix and Matrix Regulation.

Upcoming Meetings

The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) Mid-year scientific symposium will take place this March 25th-27th in Arlington, VA. Understanding complementary medicine and its connection to dentistry, new developments in biocompatibility testing, nutritional support in periodontics, new research in toxicology and much more will be presented by a roster of distinguished speakers. In addition, a special one day pre-conference seminar - Understanding the Concepts of Biological Dentistry will cover the facts and science behind the basic concepts. Attendence is open to dentists, physicians and research PhD's. For further information, contact the IAOMT office at 863-420-6373.

About Dr. Breiner:

Whole Body News Update expert, Mark A. Breiner, DDS, FAGD, FIAOMT, is a leading authority and pioneer in the field of holistic dentistry. He is the author of the popular consumer education book, Whole-Body Dentistry, a guide to the "dental connection" to whole-body wellness. With more than 30 years experience, Dr. Breiner has helped patients from across the US and other countries attain a higher overall level of dental health and general well-being. Dr. Breiner is currently serving as President of The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology.

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