A Healthy Smile for Life – Is That Even Possible? For some time now, Zirconia (non-metal) implants have gained tremendous popularity as the healthy alternative to (metal) Titanium implants. Thanks to an increased awareness of holistic treatments with patients, the idea of “metal-in-the-mouth” has become an important health issue. Studies have shown1 that many patients [...]
With holistic dentistry, it’s not just about taking an approach that works - it’s about finding dental solutions that work best in accordance with a patient’s entire body and health. While the traditional route of titanium dental implants does get the job done, it has several downsides that make it inferior to the holistic approach. [...]
Giving New Life to Failing Implants You will find a number of articles on our site talking about the dangers of gum disease and the fact that in the United States alone, this condition has reached epidemic proportions. At our Holistic Dental Center we encounter gum disease almost every day in some form or another [...]
Is Your Body Ready for an Implant? When we think of improving our smile with beautiful teeth, we don’t often think what creating that smile with dental procedures may do to our overall health. We just trust our dentist to make the right decision. But, if your dentist isn’t a holistic dentist, he or she [...]
Holistic dentistry has long been viewed as an ‘alternative’ to the traditional practice of dentistry. This perception is problematic in that there can be an assumption that holistic dentistry is, therefore, less effective. In reality, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Metal-free Zirconia dental implants are a great example of how the holistic path [...]
Are you considering dental implants? Choosing the right kind is important, but how do you decide? More and more dentists are recommending zirconia implants and there are several reasons why they may be your best option. Biocompatibility Zirconia implants are made from a biocompatible, ceramic material that works to completely assimilate into the jawbone. With [...]
The medical field of dentistry is constantly evolving, and a good dentist always remains on the cutting edge. The Platelet rich fibrin (PRF) procedure is one that truly encompasses the term ‘state-of-the-art.’ PRF enhances the body’s ability to regenerate, which helps you heal quicker after a surgical procedure. But what exactly is PRF and what [...]
Dental Implants - Finding the Right Fit If the idea of having to wear dentures for the rest of your life makes you uncomfortable, you’ll be glad to hear that you have other options. Today, more and more people are choosing dental implants over dentures as a solution for smile restoration. With benefits like improved [...]
Are You a Candidate for LANAP®? Statistics have shown that 50% of Americans have some form of periodontal disease, which is the major cause of tooth loss in adults. Periodontal disease starts off as plaque, an opaque film which eventually hardens, forming tartar or calculus. In early stages, this is called Gingivitis, characterized by red, [...]
5 Proper Dental Implant Care and Maintenance Tips It's no secret that undergoing certain dental procedures could mean changing your habits. For example, plenty of people with crowns have learned the hard way what can happen when you chew sticky caramel or taffy (and end up replacing a crown that popped off). However, you may [...]
