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What Your Saliva Reveals About Your Whole-Body Health: MyPerioPath®, Periodontal Disease & Tooth Meridians

  • Writer: Bhumija Gupta
    Bhumija Gupta
  • Jul 29
  • 3 min read

🦷 Unlocking the Oral-Systemic Link: Saliva, Gum Disease & Your Health


At BG Dental Wellness & Cosmetic Center in Rochester, NY, we go beyond the surface to explore how your oral health reflects your entire body. Using advanced saliva diagnostics and holistic tools like tooth meridian mapping, we help uncover the root causes of chronic symptoms—including fatigue, gut issues, inflammation, and more.

🔬 What Is Saliva Testing—and Why Does It Matter?


Saliva isn’t just spit—it’s a powerful diagnostic fluid that mirrors your body’s internal state. At our holistic dental practice, we use two key tools:


1. Phase Contrast Microscopy (Live Oral Bacteria Imaging)


We analyze a single drop of your saliva in real time using a microscope. This allows us to observe:

  • Live bacteria like spirochetes and rods (linked to periodontal disease)

  • White blood cells, signaling infection or immune stress

  • Protozoa, often found in chronic cases


This non-invasive test helps visualize what’s happening beneath the gumline and provides a baseline for oral detox and gum therapy.

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2. OralDNA® Saliva Testing


This lab-based test uses qPCR to detect 11 harmful bacteria associated with:

  • Gum disease (periodontitis)

  • Cardiovascular inflammation

  • Alzheimer’s disease

  • Diabetes and insulin resistance

  • Pregnancy complications

  • Rheumatoid arthritis


You’ll receive a report showing your bacterial load, helping us create a tailored treatment plan and monitor progress.

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🧬 Periodontal Disease: More Than Just Gums

When pathogenic bacteria dominate the mouth, they trigger a chronic inflammatory response. These microbes can cross into the bloodstream, leading to:

  • Systemic inflammation

  • Endotoxemia

  • Tissue destruction

  • Increased risk for chronic illnesses

Using saliva diagnostics, we identify and target the root cause—not just treat symptoms.


🌐 The Tooth Meridian Connection

Each tooth corresponds to a different organ system, according to Tooth Meridian Theory, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. For example:

Tooth

Meridian Connection

Upper molars

Stomach, pancreas

Lower incisors

Kidney, bladder

Premolars

Lung, large intestine


Infections, root canals, or inflammation in a specific tooth can energetically affect the related system. For example, inflammation around a lower incisor may impact adrenal or kidney function.

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💡 Holistic Periodontal Treatment Protocol

At BG Dental Wellness, we combine modern science with ancient wisdom. Our periodontal therapy may include:

  • Saliva testing (OralDNA® + phase contrast microscopy)

  • Ozone therapy & Advanced Biofilm and Plaque Therapy - biofilm detox

  • PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) for gum regeneration

  • Functional nutrition for inflammation support

  • Maintenance with non-toxic oral care products


👩‍⚕️ Who Benefits From Saliva Testing?


You may benefit from our oral-systemic approach if you have:

  • Bleeding or receding gums

  • Chronic fatigue or inflammation

  • Brain fog or autoimmune symptoms

  • Gut issues (IBS, leaky gut, etc.)

  • Hormonal imbalances

  • Cardiovascular concerns


By understanding your oral biome, we gain insight into your whole-body health.


📞 Book Your Holistic Dental Assessment in Rochester, or Mendon NY

At BG Dental Wellness & Cosmetic Center, we obsess over patients . Let’s look beyond the surface together.

📍 Serving out of town patients & Rochester, Pittsford, Brighton & surrounding NY communities.

📍 Visit BG Dental Wellness & Cosmetic Center – Rochester’s trusted holistic dental home.

📅 Call 585-436-1640 or visit www.bgdentalwellness.com  to schedule your new patient consultation today.


🔒 Legal Disclaimer

This article is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Statements regarding tooth meridians and holistic testing methods are based on integrative philosophies and are not recognized by the FDA or the American Dental Association. Individual results may vary. Always consult with your healthcare provider before beginning any new health program.

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