Dementia Dentistry

Dementia Treatment

It has been shown that Alzheimer’s Disease begins 20 years before diagnosis. Dr Dale Bredesen, a neurologist, has developed comprehensive prevention and reversal programs to Alzheimer’s. The best current medications only slow the progression by around 20%. The program ReCODE (Reverse Cognitive Decline) is a systematic program, designed by trained physicians, to halt or even reverse Alzheimer’s disease by treating the many root causes.

Dentistry can be a substantial piece of the puzzle. Dr Herzog is a Certified ReCODE dentist on a team of specialists. He is trained to help treat and guide patients through this multidimensional program where the evaluation and mitigation of dental risk factors are one of the goals.

The Oral- Systemic Health Connection

The mouth is a gateway to the body. An unhealthy mouth and gums can lead to harmful
bacterial entering the blood stream and travel to other systems. Periodontal disease has been linked to:

• Cardiovascular disease
• Type 2 diabetes
• Autoimmune disease like Rheumatoid Arthritis
• And neurologic conditions like Alzheimer’s

The ReCODE protocol, developed by Dr Dale Bredesen, is a personalized program aimed at the prevention and reversal of early-stage Alzheimer’s. It involves working with a physician, dentist and other specialists to minimize factors that can influence brain functions – including:

• Inflammation
• Insulin resistance
• Toxin exposure
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Oral infections

How we integrate ReCODE into our dental care?

Periodontal Health Assessments and Treatments – lasers, ozone, periodontal diagnostics

Mercury-Free and Biocompatible Restorations – Dr Herzog is a SMART (Safe Mercury
Amalgam Removal Technique) certified dentist.

3D Imaging and Ozone Therapy

Sleep Screening

Collaboration with ReCODE Practitioners

Who can benefit from the ReCODE Dental Care?

This approach is ideal for:

• Individuals with family history of Alzheimer’s disease
• Patients experiencing early memory loss
• Those already participating in ReCODE or Bredesen protocol program
• Anyone seeking a deeper, more holistic approach to lifelong brain health