The Collective Blog

Welcome to Collective Health Society

At Collective Health Society, we're not just another dental practice. We're pioneering a new approach to healthcare that recognizes the link between oral health and total wellness. Our mission is to empower you with knowledge, advanced diagnostics, and comprehensive care that goes beyond treating symptoms to unlock your body's full potential for vibrant health.

Katie Leeds, DDS
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January 11, 2025

The Ribbon Box: Oral Health and Fertility FAQs Answered

Can a tooth infection cause infertility? Can oral health affect fertility overall? Is there a link between gum disease and pregnancy complications?

Insights on the Gut Microbiome for the Canadian Health Journal

Have you ever heard your mother say, “You are what you eat”? Well, it turns out she was right about that too! As humans, we are more bacteria than we are human, which makes sense considering the first form of life on earth was bacteria. Yes, bacteria existed way before humans, even the dinosaurs.

The Mouth-Mind Connection: How Oral Health Influences Brain Health

As we enter the month of March, I thought it would be essential to focus on the most vital organ (of course, all of them are vital!) in our bodies–our brains.

Oral Health is Where the Heart Is: The Oral Health/Heart Health Connection

Heart disease can often manifest silently, underscoring the importance of recognizing associated signs. For men, heart attack symptoms can manifest as pressure on the chest (imagine an elephant sitting on your chest), the feeling like your heart is being squeezed, and pain and numbness down the arm.

Oral Health + Wellness in 2024

Welcome to January 2024! We are halfway into the month and that means you might be digging into those new year's resolutions.

Oral Health + Cancer

Cancer is an incredibly scary diagnosis, but what if I told you that your dentist could be your best resource for detecting and preventing cancer.

Oral Health + Diabetes

Now let’s talk diabetes—cells need sugar; it’s how they get the energy to operate. The production of insulin allows the body to pick up sugar from the bloodstream and take it into cells for use.

Saved By The Mouth is Here

There is a deeper connection between bacteria and inflammation that occurs in your mouth and how it exacerbates disease.

Tips For Creating A Winning Team

These tips do not solve all your teams; problems since people’s lives and motivations change, but they will help prevent individuals from making disastrous decisions and help to increase your success.

5 Traits For Successful Associate Development

The practice of dentistry can be emotionally, mentally, and physically taxing on a person. It requires long working hours that are hard on the body, patience in dealing with people, and business acumen to be successful. I

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