When some people think about holistic dentistry, they think of oral care that is off the beaten path. Perhaps they imagine that holistic practitioners shun modern technology and techniques. Nothing could be further from the truth! In fact, holistic dentists are often the first to invest in cutting-edge instruments that can make their patients’ experience more comfortable and more effective. What exactly is technology’s remarkable role in holistic dentistry? Read this blog post to find out.
How Does a Holistic Dentist Use Technology?
Just like conventional dentists, holistic dentists have completed dental school and stay up-to-date with all the licensing requirements of their local area. However, while conventional dentists tend to go with the flow when treating their patients, holistic dentists are more concerned about how any given treatment may affect a patient’s overall well-being, not simply their dental health. As a result, they approach many procedures differently than their conventional counterparts.
When it comes to technology, holistic dentists are always looking for innovations that work with a patient’s body to benefit both their smile and their overall wellness. The instruments used in holistic care aim to make treatment as conservative, comfortable, and minimally invasive as possible.
Experience the Technology in Our Office
Here at Bio Dental, Dr. Castillo is committed to acquiring technology that will set her practice apart. Recently, we have acquired a couple of new devices that could significantly enhance your dental care experience:
Red Light Photomodulation Therapy
You have probably heard of acupuncture and its benefits. Now, those same principles have been translated into laser therapy. Instead of using needles to stimulate the desired response, Dr. Castillo can use a special type of light.
Red light photomodulation therapy, which is also known as photobiomodulation or low-level laser therapy, has the potential to reduce dental pain and anxiety, encourage better bonding between dental implants and the surrounding jawbone, encourage the body to heal after oral surgery, and more.
Synapse Dental Pain Eraser
Most dentists use local anesthetic to keep patients comfortable during treatments. However, if you dislike the anesthetic injections or are not easily numbed, you may be more interested in the Synapse Dental Pain Eraser. This remarkable piece of technology vanquishes the discomfort of dental treatments via two tiny probes. They emit electronic pulses that stimulate nearby nerves and prevent them from triggering a pain response. This device can be used both to prevent dental pain and stop pain that is already occurring.
Holistic dentistry is always moving forward! It uses state-of-the-art technology to help patients enjoy optimum wellness and minimal discomfort.
Meet Dr. Castillo
Dr. Candida Castillo has more than 25 years of experience as a biologic and holistic dentist. She has a reputation as one of the top dentists in Rhode Island, and deservedly so. Not only does she employ the latest technology, but she uses it with precision and accuracy to provide the best results possible. To learn more about how Dr. Castillo and our team may be able to serve you, get in touch with our North Providence dental office at 401-232-7777.