Dr. Gallo aspires to help you retain your natural teeth for life, create an exquisite smile, and achieve oral health and well-being. He has dedicated himself to the highest quality dental treatment and his goal is to provide each and every patient with a dental experience that exceeds his or her highest expectations. It is also his desire to provide you with dental care that enhances the quality of your life. Because Dr. Gallo understands the important relationship between oral and overall health, he takes a Whole-Body approach to dentistry. He also knows that you cannot achieve optimal health without healthy teeth and gums.

Dr. Gallo continues to attend numerous seminars and educational courses keeping him abreast of current cutting edge technologies in the areas of Holistic, Biological, Bio- Cranial, Cosmetic, Non-Surgical Periodontal practices and other dental treatments and procedures. He has been practicing mercury free dentistry for over 35 years and offers metal free restorations to replace amalgam (silver) fillings. The office uses the latest in dental equipment and state-of-the-art technology to provide you with the best and safest treatment options and services available.

The office of Dr. Gallo would be honored to have you and your family join the practice and to entrust Dr.s45 years of holistic studies and dedication to helping people. Along with his gentle chair-side manner, cheery sense of humor and genuine care of his patients, you will be glad you became a member of his dental family. Dr. Gallos practice is flouride-free.

Dr. Gallo graduated Magna Cum Laude from Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago, IL. He went on to serve in the U.S. Military in the dental residency program where he continued his education in all areas of dentistry at Davis-Monthan AFB, Tucson, AZ. He then served as the Assistant Base Dental Surgeon 1978-1980:REESE AFB, Lubbock, TX where he performed both general dentistry, and oral surgery and sedation dentistry.

Dr. Gallo then opened a dental practice in his hometown of Joliet, IL in 1980. He continues in the same location with various expansions and equipment updates over the years. He has continued to accrue continuing dental education credits in all fields of dentistry with emphasis on holistic or biological dentistry. There is always more to learn. Another skill acquired by Dr. Gallo is that of Biocranial, a treatment relating to cranial-sacral therapy which is used for head and neck issues generally related to TMJ.

Dr. Gallo enjoys treating patients of all ages. With the experience of his own family, he understands the importance of early care, interceptive orthodontics, diet and nutrition, and biocompatible dental materials and the long term benefits of healthy teeth.

Graduate Loyola School of Dentistry 1977 Magnum Cum Laude Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society Awarded Top Honor in Dental School by The American College of Stomatologic Surgeons (Surgery of the Mouth) Authored Bio Cranial Dental Connection 2008 Vitality Journal United States Air Force General Dental Residency 1977-1978 Assistant Base Dental Surgeon 1978-1980 Reeses AFB,Lubbock, TX Past Staff Member Provena St. Joseph Hospital Past Member Will County Board of Health Lectures on Oral Toxins and Health Huggins Alliance Dentist 48 Years Holistic Studies 41years of dental revision under IV sedation anesthesia

It is logical to say that in any occupation, trade or profession, there is no better teacher than experience itself. Forty-twoyears of dentistry has taught me a lot over the years. Those who have mentored me over the years have also blessed me with their own experiences. I feel fortunate to be able to pass this experience on to Dr. Chan who is open to new knowledge and treatment techniques. I am also fortunate to be able to pass on these years of knowledge to my son, Dominic, who is in the early stages of his own dental education

HOLISTIC or BIOLOGICAL are words commonly used in dentistry today. Please keep in mind that there are NO standards of care to reflect proper treatment protocols defining a HOLISTIC or BIOLOGICAL dentist. The treatment research of Dr. Weston Price, Chief of Research for the American Dental Association some ninety years ago as well as the continued research of Dr. Hal Huggins is not always understood by many dentists claiming to be a HOLISTIC dentist. This involves the understanding of proper dental restorative materials, root canal therapy, periodontal therapy, as well as the replacement of teeth using implants and other materials. Many claiming to be HOLISTIC are simply mercury free, which is an excellent start.

My wake-up call to mercury came as a dentist in the U.S. Air Force. As the Assistant Base Dental Surgeon at a Texas Air Force Base in the late 70s, my dental assistant spilled one drop of mercury on the floor. The proper procedure was to immediately notify the Base Environmental Team of the spill. They came over very quickly with HAZMAT outfits, personal oxygen supply, speaking to me through a microphone. When I observed all of this, I started to wonder why I was using this poison in patients mouths. This is where my journey began.

Under the care of a holistic minded medical practitioner, I do see overall health benefits of patients when known dental infections and toxins are removed using the proper protocols developed resulting from nearly 50 years of blood chemistry research. This of course starts with proper diagnosis of diseased teeth and dental infections. Bacteria isolated from dental infections as confirmed by the CDC (Center for Disease Control) DO harm to the body in other areas and has been associated with heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, respiratory disease as well as kidney, pancreatic, and blood cancer.

We make no medical claims or promises, yet we commonly observe many health improvements when treatment is performed with the proper protocols. This includes such responses as, my brain fog is gone, I have more energy, you gave me my wife back, my sinuses are clear. Mercury is a known neurological toxin, yet there are others. Many dental infections have anaerobic bacteria (live without oxygen) as a causative agent that emit toxins which may affect the body in some negative way. Yes, they are related in some way to other anaerobic bacteria such as botulism and tetanus.

This journey through the body teeth connection began over 40 years ago and continues through today. Many health care practitioners are realizing that the mouth is playing an important role in our health. Good luck in your quest for knowledge and maximum health.

Dr. Lauren Chan is a 2010 graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago College of Dentistry. She graduated in the top 10 of her class and was elected into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. Upon graduation, she joined the practice as an associate dentist.

Dr. Chan was drawn to this practice not only because she could practice mercury and fluoride-free, but also because of her long history with Dr. Gallo. She has been a patient of his since the age of 9 and also was his chairside dental assistant prior to attending dental school. This provided her the first-hand experience to see the benefits of a holistic approach to dental care and how important it is for ones overall health.

Dr. Chan enjoys the opportunity to develop an honest and trusting relationship with her adult and pediatric patients. Her goal is to not only provide you with quality dental treatment, but to also educate you about its importance. She looks forward to meeting you and your family in the office.

It is well known that mercury will store 1st in the kidney, 2nd in the liver, 3rd in the neurological tissue, 4th in the GI tract, and then in the rest of the tissues. Symptoms related to mercury are vast; however, even the American Dental Association (ADA) admits to the following symptoms:

Psychological and Behavioral Anxiety Emotional Instability Apathy Inability to concentrate Confusion Psychological disturbances Depression Lowered intelligence Fits of anger Manic Depression Forgetfulness Lack of self-control Irritability Short attention span Hallucinations Short-term memory loss Nervousness Sleep disturbances Nightmares Difficulty making decisions Tension Unexplained suicidal ideas Your Dr. said, Its your nerves Digestive System Colitis Constipation Ulcers Diarrhea Diverticulitis Stomach cramps Loss of appetite Digestive problems Frequent bloating Frequent heartburn Endocrine system Arthritis Increased sweating Diabetes Diabetic tendency Edema Thyroid dysfunction Osteoporosis Slow healing Leg cramps Weight loss Kidney stones Pain in joints Cold hands and feet Decreased sexual activity Chronic low body temperature Frequent urination especially at night Immune System Cancer Candia Albicans Asthma Mononucleosis Allergies Leukemia Rhinitis Swollen glands Sinusitis Chronic Fatigue Epstein-Barr virus Environmental illness Hodgkins disease Immune deficiency disease Susceptible to flu, colds, etc

Oral Cavity Bad breath Bleeding gums Mouth ulcers Leukoplakia Stomatitis Swollen tongue Loosening of teeth Loss of teeth Bone loss around teeth Increased flow of saliva Enlarged salivary glands Burning sensation in mouth Metallic taste in mouth Periodontal (gum) disease Sore throat persistent cough Central Nervous System Dizziness Convulsions Dim vision Epilepsy Facial twitches Insomnia Voices in head Hearing difficulty Mental disability Muscle paralysis Muscle twitches Multiple sclerosis Ringing in ears Speech disorders Difficulty walking Chronic headaches Unexplained leg jerks Failure of muscle coordination Noises or sounds in head Narrowing of field of vision Numbness of arms and legs Tremors of hands, feet, lips Tingling of fingers, toes, lips, or nose Loss of ability to perform hand movement Cardiovascular System Anemia Agina Heart attack Heart murmur Tachycardia Pressure in chest Arteriosclerosis Irregular heartbeat Unexplained chest pains Skin Acne Excessive itching Dermatitis Rough skin Skin flushes Rashes Energy Symptoms Lethargy Chronic fatigue Drowsiness Oversleeping Tiredness Lack of energy