What does it mean to care for the whole person? The comprehensive impact of holistic dentistry
Posted By Dr. Nathan Pfister
Holistic: Characterized by the belief that parts of the whole are interconnected. Holistic dental care embodies this definition, yet it encompasses so much more. You deserve a dentist who truly has your best interests at heart. If you are looking for a holistic dental practice in your area, our team at Biodentist Alabama in Dothan is here to support your overall well-being. We consider all aspects connected to your mouth and how they relate to your systemic health. Here are four key ways that holistic dentistry is redefining dental care.
Treating the entire patient
Tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral conditions not only affect the function and health of the mouth but can also have implications for your overall well-being. We appreciate and respect that dental problems are symptoms of conditions that require treatment or interventions at the source. If the underlying condition or behaviour is not resolved, you can continue to experience chronic pain, difficulty chewing, and other problems that affect your quality of life. Our team is committed to treating the root cause of issues rather than just offering temporary relief, ensuring lasting comfort, function, and health.
Minimizing risks of disease
Extensive medical literature in recent decades has established the link between oral health and overall systemic health. Specifically, oral bacteria and inflammation have been implicated in a variety of life-altering and potentially deadly conditions – from Alzheimer’s disease and dementia to heart disease and stroke. Even autoimmune illness and fibromyalgia have been linked to oral infections and mercury toxicity. Know that when we partner with you to consistently support the health of your teeth, gums, jaws, and associated maxillofacial tissues, we promote your best health by minimizing oral-related risk factors for systemic disease.
Just because certain materials may still be commonly used does not mean they are the best for your health. Questionable materials and products have no place in our practice. In turn, we are committed to using only non-toxic and truly biocompatible materials during dental procedures. We are proud to be a mercury-free and mercury-safe office, ensuring the absence of mercury in our materials and the safe removal of any existing mercury fillings. We also have the appropriate techniques and equipment to properly dispose of mercury in a way that promotes the health of our community and planet.
You are more than your teeth and gums
Dentists who practice authentic holistic care consider all the factors that add up to your one-of-a-kind self. This approach at Biodentist Alabama also ensures truly personalized care. When treatment plans are perfectly customised to your unique needs, traits, preferences, and goals, we support utmost satisfaction, optimal outcomes, and lasting well-being. For instance, we account for factors such as your lifestyle, stress, habits, nutrition, budget, and other potential constraints or barriers to your best smile and health. No stone is left unturned, and no detail is too small when getting to know our patients as the distinctive people they are, not just as teeth. To see and experience holistic dentistry in action, schedule a visit to our office in Dothan by calling us at (855) 939-5566 today.
Dr. Pfister's passion for non-invasive biologic dentistry began while practicing dentistry in Hawaii and he learned of the power of ozone in dentistry. From Hawaii, Dr. Pfister moved to his hometown of Upland as the protégé of the world-renowned ozone dentist Dr. Bill Domb...
Dr. Brian Pfister was born and raised in Upland, CA. He attended Brigham Young University-Idaho, graduating with a degree in exercise physiology with a minor in chemistry. From Idaho, Dr. Brian returned to southern California to continue dental training at Western University College of Dental Medicine.