What Can I Expect from Holistic Dental Treatments?

Holistic dentistry takes a whole-body, natural approach to dental care, which is rapidly gaining popularity. If you’re unfamiliar with holistic dentistry or dental treatments, you may question their effectiveness or authenticity. Redmond Smiles offers holistic dental care to our patients near the Everett, Washington, area. Dr. Colby Eckland answers your questions about biocompatible dentistry to help you decide if it could be right for you.

What is holistic dentistry?

Holistic dentistry, aka biocompatible dentistry, takes the approach that your oral and general health are connected. When working on your mouth, a holistic dentist will consider treatments that benefit your oral health and your entire body. Holistic dentists prioritize using natural remedies, minimally invasive techniques, and biocompatible materials to treat dental issues, as they’re safer to use and promote easier recoveries.

How does holistic dentistry differ from conventional dentistry?

Conventional dentistry focuses mainly on treating the symptoms of oral issues to restore your tooth and gum health. Holistic dentistry takes the broader approach of exploring how your oral issues connect with your overall health so your dentist can choose treatments that benefit both your mouth and body. Holistic dentists also believe in educating their patients on oral and general health practices that can benefit their overall health so they can make knowledgeable decisions about their oral and general health care.

Are holistic dental treatments safe?

Absolutely. Dr. Eckland and our team prioritize safety by treating dental issues with natural remedies and minimally invasive procedures. We also only use biocompatible materials in your treatments. These two practices promote quicker healing and safer, easier recoveries.

What are some examples of holistic dental treatments?

Although holistic and conventional dentists treat many of the same dental issues, their approach differs. Instead of conventional treatments, Dr. Eckland and our team favor natural remedies and procedures that produce equal or better results. Some examples include the use of:

• Mercury-free composite dental fillings in place of silver amalgam fillings
• Fluoride-free preventive care treatments
• Ozone therapy in place of antibiotics to treat infections and promote natural healing
• Herbal remedies and homeopathic treatments to manage pain and inflammation and promote natural healing
• Dietary and nutritional counseling to minimize decay and gum disease 
• Porcelain or ceramic crowns and implants in place of metal ones
• Laser dentistry to replace drilling in treating decay, root canals, and other issues 

Does holistic dentistry provide inferior care?

On the contrary, you can receive better care as holistic treatments often improve your oral and general health. Dr. Eckland can provide superior dental care with long-term results by combining natural remedies and treatments with modern dental therapies and techniques. Holistic dentistry can help with pain management, oral and general health treatments, prevention of dental issues, and more.

Where can I go for holistic dental treatments near me?

For holistic dental care, visit Redmond Smiles in Redmond and the Everett, WA, area. To schedule an appointment, contact Dr. Colby Eckland at (425) 584-1192.

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