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You are spoiled for choice when it comes to choosing a dentist! Many practices are very similar; they have friendly teams and do their best to help their patients enjoy sound oral health. However, some dental offices stand out from the crowd because they practice holistic dentistry. What exactly is a holistic dentist, and why should you consider visiting one? This blog post explains what you should know.
What Is Holistic Dentistry?
Holistic dentists and conventional dentists have a few things in common. For example, they both must complete dental school and stay up to date with state requirements for continuing education. They both care deeply about their patients and want to have a positive impact on their communities.
The biggest difference between conventional and holistic dentistry is the philosophies on which they are founded. Conventional dentistry focuses primarily on the teeth and gums; it is all about oral health. Holistic dentistry, on the other hand, has a whole-body focus. It always considers how what happens in the mouth can have an impact on the rest of the body. (This is not to say that conventional dentists do not care about their patients’ overall health; holistic dentistry simply has a stronger focus on whole-body wellness.)
What to Expect with Holistic Dentistry
Holistic dentists are all about finding treatments and techniques that will either improve patients’ overall wellness or have a neutral impact on it. To that end, they:
- Do not use mercury. Although some experts claim that mercury fillings are safe, holistic dentists do not use them due to their toxic nature.
- Use biocompatible materials. For example, they use tooth-colored fillings and metal-free crowns, both of which tend to work very well with the human body.
- Offer advanced treatments. For example, ozone therapy and PRP/PRF can facilitate faster healing after oral procedures.
- Offer personalized guidance. Often, holistic dentists are willing to provide advice on nutrition and lifestyle choices that can affect oral and overall health.
Finding a Holistic Dentist
Holistic dentistry is a good fit for anyone who is enthusiastic about conservative dental care that uses natural remedies whenever possible.
Of course, not all holistic dentists are the same. They may offer different treatments and have varying perspectives on aspects of oral health. Explore the websites of holistic practitioners in your area to learn what they are about and how they may be able to serve you. You can call them if you have any questions about how they do things.
Holistic dentistry is about you as a person! The vast majority of people who try it have no regrets about their decision.
Meet the Practice
Drs. Candida Castillo and Keisi Ikonomi are proud to provide holistic dental care to the North Providence, RI, community. They combine state-of-the-art technology with their advanced knowledge to offer a range of services that are both conservative and effective. To learn more about them and how our practice may be able to serve you, contact Bio Dental at 401-232-7777.