Our holistic dentist offers both mercury free and mercury safe dentistry. Mercury free means that our practice does not place restorations that contain mercury in its compounds. Amalgam was a common compound for restorations in the past that contains trace amounts of mercury. Instead of...
Your toothbrush should be replaced on a frequent basis. Its bristles can harbor bacteria, especially if it’s old or if you’ve contracted something like the flu. The general rule of thumb for replacing a toothbrush is to replace it at the beginning of every season....
The prevention of oral disease promotes affordable dentistry, which saves patients time and money spent on dental treatments like endodontic therapy and restorations like crowns. Our holistic dentist strives to prevent disease wherever possible with dietary and oral hygiene education, thorough dental cleanings and checkups,...
Do you grind your teeth? Perhaps you clench them when you’re angry, stressed, or in pain. Teeth grinding and clenching, formally known as “bruxism” could cause serious oral health problems and diminish your quality of life. Those who brux their teeth might need endodontic therapy...
Smile-enhancing treatments from our cosmetic dentist could transform more than your smile. Our patients who have received treatments like porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, porcelain crowns, and Invisalign report surges in their self-confidence and mood in addition to enjoying the improved aesthetic of their smiles. Our...
Conventional fillings made from amalgam, a composition of metals, can contain trace amounts of mercury. In recent years, public concern over the effects of mercury exposure has led to the development of alternatives to amalgam. Mercury free dentistry presents unique benefits to patients, including natural...
If we were to only brush our teeth and not floss, we can only clean about 70% of the surface area of our mouths. Moreover, flossing is an essential part of preventing periodontal (gum) disease because it disrupts colonies of bacteria forming at the gum...
Dental implants can affect natural, adjacent teeth but their effects are positive. A dental implant and the restoration/prosthetic attached to it supports adjacent teeth above and below the surface of the gums. When there are empty tooth sockets, neighboring teeth can collapse into them because...
Anxiety about going to the dentist can be severe enough in some cases to keep patients from seeking even the basic routine care they need to maintain healthy smiles. Ironically, delaying routine care can actually lead to the development of oral diseases that require more...
A holistic dentist has a keen understanding of the relationship between your oral health and your overall wellbeing and works to optimize both. Indeed, your oral health influences the condition of the rest of your body in numerous ways. It’s important to understand how your...