4 Reasons to Choose a Holistic Dentist To Help You Keep Your Teeth Long Term

There is little doubt that regular dental visits help to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Advancements in treatments and regular consultations are credited with the fact that an estimated 75% of Australians have their own teeth in old age.

But the type of dentist you choose can make a difference. While a regular dentist focuses solely on your oral health, a good holistic dentist focuses on your overall health and how your oral health relates to it. They treat your oral health in conjunction with the rest of you. 

There are 4 distinct reasons why this approach is better:

1. Underlying Issue

The classic dentist looks in your mouth and finds a cavity. They will clean the space and put a filling in. This rectifies the issue, prevents it from getting worse, and hopefully reduces the risk of more cavities.

In contrast, the holistic dentist will investigate why you have a cavity. They will identify the issue, regardless of where it is in your body, and then focus on eliminating the issue. The result will be small changes to your lifestyle that support the overall health of your teeth and your body.

Of course, they will also fill the cavity. But, even when doing this they will ensure that the products used won’t cause harm to the rest of your body. 

2. Minimally Invasive Treatments

You could be forgiven for thinking that holistic dentistry means unconventional treatment and avoidance of modern technology in favor of alternative methods.

The truth is that holistic dentists embrace the very latest technology and use them to reduce pain across your body. Their aim is to heal your entire body and, in the process, to deal with tooth issues. Done properly it should extend the amount of time you have your own teeth. 

3. Non-Toxic Materials

Some dentists are happy to put the cheapest filling material in your mouth. Unfortunately, this is usually mercury-based. Mercury is generally considered harmless inside a filling. However, if it leaches into your bloodstream Mercury is known to be a toxic substance that could give you serious side-effects and, in extreme cases, can result in mercury poisoning.

A holistic dentist will balance the cost against the most appropriate material for your body. There are plenty of affordable alternatives to mercury that do the job just as well but are safer for your whole body.

4. Balance of Cosmetic & Function

If you’re after the Hollywood smile then the focus will be on manipulating the teeth you have and probably adding veneers. The result will be a perfect looking smile. Of course, the same may not be said if you were to look from inside your mouth. It’s a great example of style over substance.

Holistic dentists are interested in your overall health. They will seek the best option for cosmetic appeal while maintaining function and strength inside your mouth. In short, using a holistic dentist will increase the likelihood of you having teeth in old age, and the quality of life to enjoy your teeth!