Orthodontics/Braces
We have been treating our patients with orthodontic and functional problems since 1985. Our office is Invisalign certified. If you are interested in invisible braces, invisalign.com is a very informative website. We also do functional orthopedics for patients that need correction of crossbites or want a better jaw alignment. If you have orthodontic or orthopedic problems give us a call for an evaluation.
Holistic/Biological Dentistry
Our practice views itself as a partner in your overall health and wellness. Our treatments and protocols are aligned for healthy living and minimizing invasive procedures and toxic materials. So we treat the whole patient and not just the mouth and teeth. If you have more questions about holistic/biological dentistry please contact us or visit these websites:
International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology iaomt.org
Holistic Dental Association holisticdental.org
Gum/Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease has gone beyond epidemic to pandemic prevalence in adults. The American Dental Association estimates 85% of U.S. adults have this disease. Medical research now links periodontal disease with heart disease, stroke, diabetes, some forms of cancer, and pre-term low weight births.
Research indicates that bacteria and maybe viruses cause periodontal disease. We take bacterial cultures and analyze it under a microscope to detect various strains of bacteria on all adults. If unwanted organisms are present we will inform you and offer treatment options most are at home treatments and techniques and performed by the patient. There are many good websites for information on periodontal disease. We suggest you try :
or contact us for more information.
Mercury Removal
Amalgam/mercury fillings are the major source of mercury burden in people that have these fillings. Mercury is very toxic to many metabollic functions and is an oxidant catalyst. In our practice we remove mercury fillings as safely as possible and follow the protocols as prescribed by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (iaomt.org.)
For more information about mercury toxicity and detoxification, ie getting the mercury out of the body contact us or visit these websites:
Headaches/Bruxism
Grinding of the teeth, bruxism, is probably a problem for over 80% of adults. This grinding can lead to joint pain, tooth sensitivity, brittle/worn teeth, muscle fatigue and headaches.
At our practice we create a custom fit appliance very similar to the FDA approved NTI-plus (website nti-tss.com ). This appliance is worn while you sleep and anytime during the day when you are likely to clench or grind. Any damage to the teeth will need to be determined and treated if necessary.
Teeth Whitening and Bleaching
Tooth whitening or bleaching is an effective and overall appearance. White teeth make you look and feel younger, healthier and more radiant. Many people now whiten their teeth.
Many of the over the counter bleaching systems obtain good results. We offer custom fitted bleaching trays that fit comfortably on your teeth and are worn for 1-3 hours daily for two weeks. We also offer in-office whitening but prefer other methods because of tooth sensitivity some patients experience.
For information on our over the counter recommendations contact us by phone or email.
