Event Spotlight: Lunch ‘n Learn with Dr. Cintron- The Connection Between the Mouth, Body and Toxicity

The Connection Between the Mouth, Body and Toxicity

On October 11, biological dentist Dr. Yolanda Cintron, founder of the International Center for Dental Excellence, in Fort Lauderdale, will host a lunch and learn presentation at Food & Thought, in Naples .

Cintron’s presentation, Is Your Mouth making you sick?, from noon to 1 p.m., will explore the benefits of heavy metal detoxification and getting to the root of problems in the mouth.

Location: 2132 Tamiami Tr. N. For reservations, call 954-938-4599 or email [email protected]

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