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Welcome! It’s my mission- it’s the entire Apex Dental team’s mission- to provide you the tools to live your best life.

I have spent countless hours of post-graduate study of the parallels between oral conditions and chronic systemic disease. Overwhelmingly, ill health is rooted in a breakdown in one or more of the 4 pillars of health. Sleep. Nutrition. Breathing. Movement.

The mouth and jaws play a central role. Modern, industrialized lifestyle brings an epidemic of underdeveloped jaws. Anthropology shows that this was not always the case. Pre-industrialized population studies consistently show the absence of the chronic diseases that plague modern society, as well as perfectly developed large jaws with all 32 teeth- yes that includes wisdom teeth!

The hazards of poorly developed jaws go far beyond just crowded teeth. Consider this. Your maxilla- the upper jaw and roof of your mouth- is also the floor of your nose.  If your maxilla is underdeveloped, your nasal airway above and your pharyngeal airway behind are underdeveloped. Small airways bring resistant airflow. Resistant airflow brings sympathetic “fight-or-flight” overdrive and disrupted sleep. Disrupted sleep prevents detoxification and regeneration that is vital to health, a problem compounded by poor nutrient content of today’s food system. Chronic inflammation and disease are fueled by the inability to repair and to detoxify from all of the toxins that modern lifestyle throws at us: in our food, in our air, in our water, in our self care products, in everything.

As long as we give our body the tools it needs, we can not only survive but thrive. Maximize the pillars: Sleep, Breathing, Nutrition, Movement. Minimize the killers: Toxins, Inflammation. As life allows, I will work hard to post content here to explain further.

Stay tuned!
~Dr. Mindy

Kids and their new Myomunchee

Kids and their new Myomunchee

Dr. Mindy shares her personal strategies to encourage proper Myomunchee in kids for improved craniofacial development and to achieve better oral muscle tone and function.

The Buzz on Tongue Ties

The Buzz on Tongue Ties

Explore the overlooked connection between tongue ties and body posture in Dr. Mindy’s latest blog. Discover how this can impact everything from nursing and speech to walking patterns, and learn about integrated treatment approaches for comprehensive care.

Raw Milk

Raw Milk

Local farm fresh milk fans! With the passage of the Raw Milk Bill in Iowa, local farmers can now sell nutrient dense, unprocessed, delicious milk straight to consumers. What does this mean? Easier access for we, the people, to better milk.

Let’s talk about K2, Baby!

Let’s talk about K2, Baby!

Dive into the beat of dental health with “Let’s Talk About K2, Baby!” Discover how vitamins K2 and D3 play pivotal roles in strengthening teeth, bones, and overall well-being, beyond the conventional “Avoid sugar, drink milk” mantra.

What to Eat for Healthy Teeth

What to Eat for Healthy Teeth

Discover the deeper dietary needs for maintaining optimal oral health in “What to Eat for Healthy Teeth.” This blog post delves beyond the standard advice to avoid sugar, exploring how a comprehensive approach to nutrition can prevent tooth decay and support overall dental wellness.

Crockpots and Bone Broth and Superheroes, Oh My!

Crockpots and Bone Broth and Superheroes, Oh My!

Embrace the power of nutrient-rich crockpot cooking with “Crockpots and Bone Broth and Superheroes, Oh My!” Discover recipes that not only tantalize your taste buds but also bolster your body’s ability to repair and rejuvenate, turning every meal into a step towards superhero health.

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