Joann Amoroso, RDH OMT MAS™ QOM®

"SMILE! IT’S ALL CONNECTED®! WHOLE HEALTH THROUGH BALANCE®" by Dr. Claire Stagg presents a transformative perspective on dentistry that resonates deeply with the ethos of orofacial myofunctional therapy. As a practitioner deeply vested in the holistic interplay between oral functionality and systemic health, I find Dr. Stagg's integrative approach not only pioneering but also essential. Her book serves as a testament to the power of interdisciplinary knowledge, bridging gaps between traditional dentistry and the rich tapestry of global healing practices.

Dr. Stagg's commitment to treating the individual as a 'whole' aligns with the core principles of orofacial myofunctional therapy. Her emphasis on the critical functions of breathing and swallowing as determinants of quality of life echoes our understanding of their significance in maintaining not just oral health, but overall well-being. The narrative, supported by peer-reviewed research, is accessible without compromising on the intellectual rigor, a balance deftly maintained throughout the text.

The conversational tone adopted by Dr. Stagg mirrors the patient-therapist dialogue, which is pivotal in our field. It fosters a sense of trust and understanding, inviting readers to engage actively in their health journey. The comprehensive content, while expansive, is distilled into a coherent and relatable guide that encourages readers to look beyond conventional wisdom and embrace a more inclusive view of health.

This book is an invaluable resource for patients and practitioners alike, offering fresh insights and reinforcing the interconnectedness of the human body. It's a clarion call for a paradigm shift towards a more empathetic and informed approach to dental care, one that I, as an orofacial myofunctional therapist and former RDH, endorse wholeheartedly.

STAGG OPERATING SYSTEMS™: Providing educational materials to enhance practice management the Health Connections Dentistry® way.

This site is based primordially for EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES , both for the lay person as well as for professionals who would like to learn more on how Health Connections Dentistry® is practiced. It is also a wonderful resource for videos of past questions asked and explained simply, options for nutritional supplements that are naturally made and many more treasures that we will add as we publish them!

Our sister website www.SmileProfessionals.com is based on CLINICAL care and will assist those researching an appointment with Dr. Stagg in her clinical Health Connections Dental practice.

While we make an abundance of information available at no charge on this website and some of our other websites, Dr. Stagg makes an important part of her living by selling online training programs, print and digital books, workbooks, worksheets and special reports, audios, etc. Because of this, we thank you for your integrity in protecting her intellectual property. Therefore, on a practical level, if you would like for loved ones, friends, patients, clients, work associates, therapists, coaches, or others you know, to be able to benefit from the resources that we sell /or promote for Dr. Stagg, you agree to provide them with a link to the page that contains the resource details and purchase link. We count on and thank you for (and of course also legally require), your integrity about this.

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