The Smile & Health Concept

The mouth is the gateway to health – intricately connected to our entire body.

I developed the Smile & Health concept based on over 30 years of clinical experience and the latest scientific research.

This is not just another dental procedure, but a holistic approach that interprets the function of the oral cavity and masticatory system in the context of the entire human body.

What makes this approach different?

Reductionist Western medicine often focuses on individual organs, seeking solutions there.

  • Periodontitis is treated as a local inflammation.
  • Temporomandibular joint problems are examined in isolation.
  • Bite deviations are corrected mechanically.
  • Sleep disorders are treated by expanding the airway tissues.

In contrast, the Smile & Health concept takes into account:

  • The mouth and masticatory system interact closely with distant body systems
  • Problems affecting the whole body can originate from the mouth
  • Symptoms appearing in the mouth may be caused by dysfunctions in other organ systems

The human body is a single organic unit.

There is no separate ‘oral health,’ ‘eye health,’ or ‘hearing health’ – there is only one health: the overall balance of the body.

The concept has three pillars:

Functional Approach

The mouth is not an isolated organ but a system that communicates with the entire body. The balance of breathing, swallowing, chewing, posture, and the oral microbiome affects:

  • Sleep

  • The nervous system and overall well-being

  • Inflammatory conditions

Integration

Smile & Health builds a bridge between dentistry and other disciplines:

  • Posturology, Physiotherapy, Orthopedics

  • Speech Therapy

  • Breathing Therapy

  • Functional Neurology

  • Nutrition Science

  • Functional Medicine

True, lasting solutions are only achieved through collaboration.

Active Participation

Health is not about suppressing symptoms but supporting the body’s self-healing ability. Therefore, patients and families are active participants:

  • Lifestyle changes

  • Self-regulation exercises

  • Mindful awareness

Mission

The goal of the Smile & Health concept is to provide a new definition of healing. We aim not only for healthy teeth but for a balanced person. This requires:

  • New treatment concepts

  • Professional teams

  • Patient education

  • Professional training

This is not merely a treatment protocol but a philosophy and community where patients, families, and professionals can grow together.