Partners Who Empower Root Cause

Our vision for collaborative care is built on partnerships with top-tier providers, facilitating a comprehensive approach to patient health that extends beyond the confines of traditional dentistry. By integrating expert knowledge from varied fields, we aim to create personalized health journeys for our patients, striving for optimal outcomes and empowering them to take control of their overall wellness. Listed below are organizations we have embodied into the Root Cause philosophy and those providers we consider are like minded in their training and practice that we highly recommend our patients to seek further knowledge to empower their health.

HR5 salivary testing from Direct Diagnostics

HR5 salivary testing from Direct Diagnostics uses your saliva to detect five high-risk bacteria harmful to your teeth, gums, and overall health. These bacteria, if ignored, can cause gum disease, tooth decay, and contribute to systemic inflammation, potentially leading to other health problems. The beauty of this non-invasive test lies in its simplicity and the actionable information it provides. Once we identify these bacteria, we offer a manageable plan to improve your oral and overall health. This way, the HR5 salivary test doesn’t just help in maintaining your oral health, but it also promotes proactive preventive healthcare.
www.directdiagnostics.com

RightSleep

RightSleep is a transformative program designed by Dr. Stasha Gominak to tap into the healing potential of sleep. Through personalized strategies, it helps rectify vitamin deficiencies inhibiting quality sleep. This, in turn, alleviates various chronic illnesses. What sets RightSleep apart is its adaptability – you won’t take a fixed set of vitamins indefinitely, but instead adjust supplements based on your body’s feedback. As your sleep improves and symptoms reduce, you’ll know your body is receiving what it needs. This way, RightSleep fosters better health through enhanced sleep, proving beneficial for countless people. Your body’s responses guide you on this healing journey. Dr. Miller has taken the Right Sleep for clinician course and uses the protocol when appropriate for her patients.
www.rightsleep.com

The Bale Doneen Method®️ (BDM)

The Bale Doneen Method®️ (BDM) is a method to help you manage your heart health proactively. Unlike standard care that estimates disease risk, the Bale Doneen Method®️ uses inflammatory marker, genetic, and saliva testing, along with advanced diagnostics such as a 20-minute Carotid Intima-Media Thickness Test (CIMT Test), to pinpoint physical evidence of disease in your arteries. This method gives you a precise understanding of your health status and disease risk. The goal of this program is to empower you to take active steps in disease prevention or treatment. Whether you’re at risk or have suffered a heart attack or stroke, this approach will guide you on a preventative journey towards improved health. We often recommend to read The Heart Attack Gene or Healthy Brain, Healthy Heart to get a full understanding of the method.

www.baledoneenmethod.com
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The Breathe Institute (TBI)

The Breathe Institute (TBI), founded by Dr. Soroush Zaghi, is a leading authority in managing sleep and breathing disorders. Dr. Zaghi focuses on the effects of tethered-oral tissues (like tongue-tie) and oral myofascial dysfunction on facial development and sleep disorders. The Breathe Institute offers comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for conditions such as nasal obstruction, snoring, and obstructive sleep apnea, using a multidisciplinary approach to ensure holistic care. A collaborative team approach is used to address unique patient needs by leveraging collective expertise and ongoing research to constantly improve care.

www.zaghimd.com

www.thebreatheinstitute.com

The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH)©

The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH) is a non-profit organization dedicated to broadening the understanding of the vital connection between oral health and overall wellbeing. AAOSH supports research, education, and communications designed to foster interdisciplinary cooperation, aiming to improve both oral and general health for our communities. AAOSH strongly advocates for strengthening medical and dental partnerships, thus solidifying the ties between allied health professionals.

www.aaosh.org

Academy of Airway and Gnathologic Orthopedics (AAGO)©

Academy of Airway and Gnathologic Orthopedics (AAGO) consists of a group of general dentists and specialists who excel in finding unique solutions to orthodontic and bite issues. Building upon principles initially taught by Dr. George Crozat in the 1920s and refined by Dr. Bert Weibrecht in the 1950s, AAGO uses removable soldered wire/light wire appliances in conjunction with functional activities like rest oral posture, chewing, and tooth-together swallowing. This approach fosters changes in the underlying bone, resulting in wider upper and lower dental arches that not only enhance aesthetics but can also positively affect the health of the upper respiratory system and even mitigate sleep-disordered breathing.

www.aago.com

The North American Association of Facial Orthotropics® (NAAFO)©

The North American Association of Facial Orthotropics® (NAAFO) is a global community of healthcare professionals who utilize a treatment called Orthotropics®. They believe that ideal facial and jaw development is influenced by proper oral posture – meaning the tongue rests against the palate, lips are sealed, and teeth are close together. NAAFO members strive to guide jaw growth and improve facial appearance during a patient’s youth using appliances and myofunctional therapy (postural training of the tongue, lips, and cheeks). They contend that appropriate facial growth and permanent teeth alignment can only be achieved by maintaining adequate space for the tongue, teaching patients proper swallowing, and encouraging closed-mouth posture.

www.orthotropics-na.org

Airway Collaborative

The Airway Collaborative is an intensive educational program dedicated to equipping medical professionals with the knowledge and resources they need to treat and prevent airway dysfunctions. Through comprehensive course offerings and a proprietary online platform for collaboration, networking and ongoing education, the Airway Collaborative empowers medical professionals to make a lasting difference in their patients’ lives. The goal of the organization is to help practitioners understand the multifaceted causes of dysfunctional breathing and poor sleep health. This organization also uses a science-validated and human systems approach (bio regulatory medicine) to help broaden understanding of complex health problems.

airwaycollaborative.com

The Pankey Institute

The Pankey Institute was founded by Dr. Lindsey D. Pankey, Sr., a renowned restorative pioneer and educator in dentistry. With a mission to “bridge the gap between what is known and what is practiced,” the institute is dedicated to offering advanced postgraduate dental education. Its comprehensive curriculum, delivered by an expanding faculty, is designed to enhance dental practice by advocating for patient-centered care and fostering closer patient relationships. Situated in state-of-the-art facilities that blend comfortable accommodations and engaging community activities, the Pankey Institute offers a unique learning experience. It emphasizes the need for personal and professional balance, creating an environment conducive to not only learning but also to personal fulfillment.

www.pankey.org

The Dawson Academy

An esteemed postgraduate educational and research center, is committed to helping dentists achieve superior patient outcomes. Founded on the principles of Dr. Peter E. Dawson, the Academy provides dentists with the tools and knowledge needed to become proficient caretakers of the masticatory system. For over three decades, the Academy has cultivated an environment where dental professionals can study, research, and apply leading-edge techniques, thereby benefiting their patients significantly. The Academy’s faculty, all practicing dental professionals, imbue their teachings with real-world experiences, emphasizing the diagnosis and treatment of a wide spectrum of masticatory system issues. The Dawson Academy is devoted to ensuring that the best practices, techniques, and latest knowledge in dentistry are accessible to professionals, ultimately leading to enhanced patient care.

thedawsonacademy.com