Meridian Tooth Chart

Holistic dentists combine the best of conventional dentistry with time-tested medicine and practices from ancient civilizations. This allows our talented dentists to deliver extraordinary oral care that respects the natural processes of the body. One way in which our biological dental team honors the oral-systemic connection is by using the Meridian Tooth Chart.

What are Dental Meridians?

According to traditional Chinese medicine, the body contains a network of twelve conduits mirrored on each side of the body. These twelve conduits are known as meridians, and ancient civilizations realized that meridians connected various parts of the body with one another. The vital connections that the twelve meridians form among different tissues and organs of the body allow energy–or qi (chi)–to flow freely between them. However, when meridians become blocked, the essential energy that connects all systems of the body cannot flow freely. When energy along meridian lines is blocked or throttled, the corresponding areas of the body connected to that meridian will exhibit illness, disease, and dysfunction. The traditional Chinese practice of acupuncture aims to remove blockages along the meridian lines by applying pressure to the parts of the body that correspond with the blocked meridian. By removing meridian blockages, the delicate balance of bodily systems is restored, and energy can flow freely once more. In turn, the energy flow promotes healing, which remediates the illness, disease, or dysfunction that the blockage caused.

What is the Tooth Organ Meridian Chart?

The Meridian Tooth Chart is a map indicating the connection between certain teeth and various parts of the body. Essentially, the Meridian Tooth Chart is a precise portrayal of the scientifically-backed concept of the oral-systemic connection. At the Holistic Dental Center of New Jersey, our biological dentists frequently use the Meridian Tooth Chart during dental exams to detect and locate areas of disease or dysfunction throughout the body. This allows our skilled team to address the root cause of oral conditions. By addressing the root cause of oral issues, our holistic dentists can expertly restore the harmony between the mouth and body, which leads to a healthier, happier you. Traditional Chinese medicine states that each tooth is connected to a specific meridian. Want to see which meridian connects to each tooth? Look at this Interactive Meridian Tooth Chart here.