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\"DifferentYour oral and general health are closely connected. Various dental problems can increase your risk of certain health issues and vice versa. A holistic dentist supports the mouth and body connection using biocompatible solutions. They create personalized treatment plans using methods that align with your wellness. If you have a cavity, you don’t have to worry about mercury exposure or metal fillings. Here’s how your dentist can treat decay<\/a> using solutions that support your general health.<\/p>\n

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Holistic Options to Treat Decay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A holistic dentist offers alternative treatments designed to promote your dental health while also improving your general wellness because your mouth is the gateway to your body. If they find a cavity during your routine cleaning and checkup, they’ll create a personalized plan to treat the decay without harming your health, which may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ozone Therapy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ozone therapy involves a supercharged oxygen treatment. It uses ozonated water, gas, or oil to kill microorganisms in the mouth. It\u2019s effective at treating minor tooth decay. Performing ozone therapy on a compromised area of a tooth will kill bacteria, allowing your enamel to remineralize. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, ozone therapy boosts your body\u2019s immune response to treat and reduce the occurrence of tooth decay. It can also be used to sterilize a tooth before placing a filling to protect against future decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tooth-Colored Fillings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Traditional fillings are made of a mixture of metals, including mercury. Not only are metal fillings very noticeable, but they can cause allergic reactions. Particles from metals can enter your bloodstream, which can negatively affect your health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tooth-colored fillings are metal-free. They are made of a biocompatible composite resin. The material is shaded to match the color of your tooth to blend in with your enamel, so only a trained dental professional will know that it’s there. It’s a durable and effective method of treating decay that won’t compromise your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Removing Old Metal Fillings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Besides treating new decay, a holistic dentist can also remove old metal fillings. They will follow the strictest safety standards to reduce mercury vapor during the process. After removing the old restoration, they’ll treat your tooth using a composite filling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will look and feel best using solutions that align with your overall health. You’ll have one more reason to smile, knowing that your mouth and body are healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Khushboo Gandhi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Gandhi<\/a> earned her dental degree in India and worked as a general dentist while pursuing additional training in oral diagnosis and pathology. After moving to the United States, she completed an advanced education program at the Oklahoma College of Dentistry and has continued her education at the Baylor College of Dentistry. She supports the mouth and body connection using the latest solutions in dentistry. Request an appointment<\/a> through her website or call (972) 853-5369.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Your oral and general health are closely connected. Various dental problems can increase your risk of certain health issues and vice versa. A holistic dentist supports the mouth and body connection using biocompatible solutions. They create personalized treatment plans using methods that align with your wellness. If you have a cavity, you don’t have to worry about mercury exposure or metal fillings. 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