Holistic dentistry is whole body dentistry. It’s wellness dentistry. It’s dental care that supports your overall health and well-being – body, mind, and spirit.
Dr. Shields believes that good overall health begins with healthy teeth and
Holistic dentistry is whole body dentistry. It’s wellness dentistry. It’s dental care that supports your overall health and well-being – body, mind, and spirit.
Dr. Shields believes that good overall health begins with healthy teeth and gums. So we take a health-conscious approach to your dental concerns, taking into account the often-overlooked impact of hidden dental infection on your total wellness.
“First, Do No Harm”
Many dental materials and procedures can actually do more harm than good – above all, “silver” amalgam fillings. Despite the name, amalgam is actually 50% mercury, mixed with much smaller amounts of copper, silver, and tin.
Though it looks solid and stable, amalgam constantly releases mercury vapor – a bit with every bite and swallow, 24/7. Over time, this mercury can accumulate in organs such as the liver and brain, ultimately contributing to a wide range of chronic health problems.
For mercury is a potent neurotoxin – one of the most toxic substances on Earth, in fact.
Not only do we not place mercury amalgam fillings; when they need to be removed, we follow strict protocols to ensure your health and safety, as well as our own and that of the environment.
Likewise, we don’t use fluoride. Like mercury, fluoride is neurotoxic.
When we need to take x-rays to help us evaluate your dental situation, we use only digital imaging to minimize your exposure to harmful radiation. Some studies suggest that digital imaging uses up to 90% less radiation than conventional film x-rays. For the radiation you are exposed to, we have a homeopathic remedy available to counteract its effects.
And when treatment is needed, always, we favor the least invasive approach. Minimally invasive dentistry assures that you only get the treatment you need. After all, every time a tooth is drilled and worked on, it causes trauma to its inner layers, particularly the living pulp. The less trauma your teeth undergo, the healthier they can be.
When restorations are called for, we use only biocompatible materials.
The Hippocratic Oath begins with the statement, “First, do no harm.” We take that very seriously.
Ways to Support Your Oral Health
One of the fundamentals of holistic dentistry is good oral health begins at home – with good oral hygiene;