Can prevention and intervention co-exist in today’s complex health care environment? Both strategies have their benefits, improving health and saving lives. Can we find better ways to be patient-centered and focus on the whole person — mind, body and spirit — to achieve optimal health and wellness? Join the University of Arizona College of…
Announcing a new Dental Insurance Code for TMJ related pain! Medicine Wheel Dental continues to be a fee-for-service practice. By collecting payments from our patients directly we are able to provide a more personalized individual experience with the highest level of patient care. For our patients with dental insurance that includes out of network…
Described on the Root Cause website, as a movie length documentary featuring expert opinions from cutting edge doctors and dentists from around the world, that exposes the true health effects of the root canal procedure. “You’re going to need a root canal.” Those seven little words rolled off the Dentist’s tongue so completely naturally, but…
We are thrilled and humbled to be featured in the Natural Awakenings magazine as Tucson’s World-Class Holistic Dental office! Natural Awakenings highlights healing arts practitioners in our local area. And connect you with a wealth of national and local resources mapping out alternate routes to a healthier, happier, longer life. A life that feels good all…
Why Medicine Wheel Dental is for you! At Medicine Wheel Dental and Wellness Center we are often asked about our services, what makes our practice unique, and why do people come from all over the country to see us? We designed this graphic to highlight some of the unique tools in our Medicine Wheel…
A great new article in Natural News was recently published regarding the importance and also expressing important knowledge about holistic dentistry. Here’s the highlights: (NaturalNews) To maintain good health, it is crucial to minimize our exposure to toxins. Therefore, we should consult the right doctor when we need one, opt for fresh organic foods, and…
The temporal mandibular joint (TMJ) is the jaw joint, where the jaw attaches to the skull just in front of the ear. The “socket” for this joint is on the underside of another cranial bone called the temporal bone. These are two of the 29 cranial bones that, as we have learned from the field…
When we are children our bones are more maluable (before they are fully formed) and bodywork with Mercedez, can prevent many issues that adults develop. Bodywork is especially effective if your child is going through orthodontics. If so, after each orthodontic adjustment, bodywork is used to balance the pressures being placed on the cranium, body…
We wish to send a huge shout out to lliana for sharing her Medicine Wheel Dental experience with our Facebook family. It is with heartfelt gratitude and whole face smiles that we thank you for the honor of having you as our patient. The pleasure is all ours!
From the medical field of cranial osteopathy, we understand that all 29 cranial bones, not just the jaw, move in a slow, fluid rhythm, providing a balancing aspect to the central nervous system and surrounding connective tissue. With restrictions to this very important motion—such as clenching, grinding or other strain patterns from injuries and traumas—balance…