The human microbiome is often assumed to consist of the digestive track, starting with the stomach, then small/large intestines, etc. But to overlook the role of the mouth and the teeth as the starting point for digestion would be a big mistake. Modern dental work has a significant impact on the function of the microbiome. In fact, we are going to start OUTSIDE the body with the impact of a healthy soil microbiome before it even enters the system. Dental health also needs to be seen from an electrical viewpoint, as we consider the meridians that are linked to each tooth and how they are tied to specific organs, resulting in the need for detoxification. We will look at the top 10 most used drugs in dentistry and discuss deprescribing. Next, we will look at specific modalities such as herbs and physical manipulation for remediation. It would be a mistake to overlook the significance of mental/emotional wellness on digestion. Finally, we will address intestinal health and modalities for restoration. Join us on this journey from “teeth to tail.”
April 25-27, 2025
14 CEs (NANCEAC) 12.5 General, 1.5 Pharm
Scottsdale, AZ
Friday, April 25
Welcome
6:00-7:00pm Talk Vitalistic Philosophy: Jared Zeff, ND, LAc, FNMI
7:00-8:00p Talk “Healthy Soil, Healthy Plants, Healthy Humans.”: David Stelzer, Founder & CEO, Azure Standard
Saturday, April 26
8:00-10:00am Talk– Dickson Thom, DDS, ND: enamel remineralization, implants, caries, extractions, root canals, amalgams
10-10:30am Exhibitor Hall Break
10:30-11:30a Talk– Robert Abell, ND, LAc, VNMI: acupuncture meridians, teeth and affected organs
11:30a-1:00p Lunch
1:00-2:30p Talk– Nate Petersburg ND, VNMI: teeth, affected organs, and detoxification
2:30-3:00p Azure Standard Presentation
3:00-3:30p Exhibitor Hall Break
3:30-4:30p Talk– Christie Fleetwood ND, RPh, VNMI: Top Ten most used drugs in dentistry
4:30-5:30p Panel Discussion
Sunday, April 27
8:00-10:00am Talk– Jared Zeff ND, LAc, FNMI: herbal medicines for mouth and gut
10-10:30am Exhibitor Hall Break
10:30-11:30a Talk– Jason Kinley ND, VNMI: phys med for the head (TMJ, dental issues), visceral
11:30-1:00p Lunch (Optional BioCranial/Orthodontics talk: Tom Tessereau- BYOL)
1:00-2:30p Talk-Moshe Block ND, VNMI: Impacts of Mental & Emotional Health on Digestion
2:30-3:00p Exhibitor Hall Break
3:00-4:00p Talk-Piper Dobner ND: gut biome, fecal transplant
4:00-5:00p Panel Discussion
5:00-5:30p Closing Remarks: Jared Zeff ND, LAc, FNMI
Hotel Information:
Registration link with conference rate rooms: NMI Vital Gathering Event 2025
Sonesta Suites, Scottsdale/Gainey Ranch
7300 E Gainey Suites Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
480.922.6969
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