Mirror of the Body: Your Mouth Reflects the Health of Your Whole Body

Dr. Rota takes on a thoughtful journey not only through his impressive career as a Professor at the UCLA School of Dentistry and "dentist to the stars", but he also gets candid about his own personal experiences; as he unknowingly suffered from mercury poisoning both as a child, and again after many years of practicing as a conventional dentist, and how that changed his life and his practice.He also enlightens us on the corrupt history of American dentistry itself, which continues to focus on the "drill, fill, bill" dictum, instead of seeing the mouth as a gateway to the rest of the body. But thanks to Dr. Rota, and the growing number of dentists out there leaning more toward holistic approach, I think a change is taking place.But what I really like about this book, aside from the engaging storytelling and interesting information, is that Dr. Rota comes across as a truly compassionate and gracious person, who has learned much in his life and has definitely profited by it.As a Functional Medicine Practitioner, I meet people with chronic, debilitating conditions all the time. And after reading Dr. Rota's book, one of the first things I ask them is: how much metal is there in your mouth?

I am thankful that this dentist has shared his experience with toxic mercury in dentistry as well as what he has learned and shared with his readers. I know it is hard for people to believe the truth because the public hasn't had access to it as they should have. I know three dentists personally whose health has been seriously affected by mercury from their profession and they have made a change in their practices. I also have a dear friend who was severely affected by amalgam fillings and when they were removed her recovery was dramatic. So what the author has to say is well worth listening to.

Dr. Rota was my dentist for many years, and I am so grateful to have found him! He was a wonderful and caring dentist. This book gives insight into his early recognition of the toxicity of mercury in silver dental fillings, and his determination to create awareness of this issue. He was a true pioneer in the field of holistic dentistry.

Reading this is life changing. There are some very simple things anyone can do to restore their health and vitality. Dr. Rota shares this information by sharing about what happened to him and what he did to help his patients. If you read any book on health, read this one!

Highly recommend this book. Very easy to read. Well researched information, and very helpful for making dental choices that may affect overall health. Not your typical book about dentistry or health. The general public needs to know this information.

Total B'S

I received this book free in return for a review.The author here tells us of his own health challenges owing to mercury poisoning, and points out the absolute toxicity of mercury, which has been known for countless years.In the beginning of his career he performed mercury fillings like any other dentist, since the American Dental Association (ADA) has constantly assured the public of their safety.When Dr. Rota eventually came to understand the dangers of amalgam fillings (which are 50% mercury), he stopped using them and continued his career as a biological dentist.Mercury fillings poison the whole body, giving rise to various diseases and symptoms that few realize have anything to do with their teeth and what they contain,Mercury vapour, which is emitted from mercury fillings during dental procedures, chewing, brushing teeth and breathing, is absorbed into the lungs and the mercury is transported to the kidneys, liver, and brain.The mouth absorbs mercury through the roots, bones and gums.The ADA has continuously deceived the public about mercury, claiming it is harmless, though thousands of studies have documented its toxicity,Prenatal mercury exposure from maternal dental amalgam has been shown to cause stillbirths and early post-natal deaths.The ADA has continued to state that mercury filings are safe for pregnant women and nursing mothers, even though mercury clearly passes to the foetus and newborn.In the course of his career, the author has presented decisive evidence of the toxicity of mercury fillings, but his findings have been suppressed by the dental authorities and the powers that be.Mercury poisoning due to mercury fillings gives rise to a wide range of psychological and central nervous system conditions, head, neck and oral cavity disorders, systemic effects, immunological symptoms, and cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and endocrine effects.Dr. Rota was severely affected by mercury poisoning but has detoxified himself in various ways, including rebounding, colon cleansing, intake of glutathione, green foods and supplementations such as chlorella, spirulina, cilantro, garlic, etc. Fish and seafood containing high amounts of mercury must of course be avoided.In short, the author provides us with an exposé and prolific scientific documentation of the vast dangers of mercury and how American dentistry causes mercury poisoning both by its insistence on continuing the use of mercury fillings and denial of the dangers.It shocks me that the use of mercury fillings is still continued in the U.S. despite the fact that their toxicity was documented years ago.Firstly, the ADA is to blame for deliberately suppressing the truth of the matter. Secondly, the dentists are to blame for continuing to use this poison, even though it also affects their own health, Thirdly, the general public is to blame. Each individual needs to take charge of his or her own health, and refuse to be treated with mercury. In the final end the responsibility always lies with the individual.I myself live in Denmark, where the use of mercury fillings was banned some years ago. And many years before that I had refused to accept further mercury fillings, and had my existing ones removed.Years ago, I developed MS and severe migraine following dental treatment with mercury fillings, and now also have scleroderma. I am presently working on detoxification of my body of all the mercury inflicted on my system by dentists.I find this book to be absolutely an important contribution to our knowledge of the matter, owing to its information about the toxicity of mercury and methods by which to flush it from our bodies. Read this book if you have mercury fillings or are likely to get any, and make sure your children avoid this poison. Mercury fillings will eventually be banned, but in the meantime we must ourselves take responsibility for refusing them.This is a well-written, informative, important, and perhaps essential book on the dangers of mercury fillings.