Embracing a Holistic Approach to Dentistry

Dentistry in its various forms  has been a part of our lives since time immemorial and thankfully it has evolved with the help of science, technology and medication to treat patients effectively without pain. 

There is traditional dentistry that we all recognise with exams and fillings, extractions and orthodontic treatment, and there is a lesser known method of dental practice called Holistic Dentistry.

What Does Holistic Dentistry Mean?

Dentists who apply the holistic approach believe that your teeth and oral health are related to your overall well-being and general health. 

Dental visits have the usual outcome, to brush better, floss and use a mouthwash. When you visit us at Pure Smiles for a consultation we would look at adapting habits to your diet that could improve your oral and physical wellbeing as we believe the two are related. As a  holistic dentist will look at you as a ‘whole’ person, as well as diet, we look at lifestyle, mental health, sleep and breathing, and how these are linked to your teeth and oral health. Rather than putting an instance of oral disease down to chance or randomness, holistic dentistry believes there is a connection between how you live your life and the the way the rest of your body feels.

Holistic approaches

A holistic dentist sees the mouth and any materials used in the mouth as fundamental to a person’s whole body health, and wants their patients to live free of toxins in their system. Taking this into account, a holistic dentist will use materials that are biocompatible, for example porcelain fillings. They may recommend a more natural approach to oral care, including using natural oils and herbs, toothpastes and organic products.

Benefits of Holistic Dentistry

Rather than putting an instance of oral disease down to chance or randomness, as a holistic dentistry provider we believe there is a connection between how you live your life and the way the rest of your body feels.

One of the main benefits of holistic dentistry is that it relies less on procedural treatment, which is great for anybody who has anxiety around some of the more invasive treatments modern dentistry sometimes includes. This can provide relief from anxiety and fear of dental treatment and you won't have to endure post treatment recovery. Please bear in mind that a more severe oral health condition may not have a suitable holistic treatment option.

At Pure Smiles, we understand that dental visits can be a worrisome experience for some  and do our utmost to make the duration of your appointment as stress-free as possible. If you want to explore more holistic routes or slow dentistry, you can discuss this with our dental team during your consultation.

Spiritual healing

If you are seeking spiritual healing for your dental concerns, this could be considered more complex. We’d suggest you always see your dentist for more routine forms of treatment if you have gum disease, for example, and apply spiritual methods to help reduce your stress levels and increase general happiness. Dr Ayzaaz is a clinically trained hypnotherapist, and at Pure Smiles, we understand that dentist visits can be a worrisome experience for some people and do our utmost to make the duration of your appointment as stress-free as possible. If you want to explore more holistic routes or slow dentistry, you can discuss this with our dental team during your consultation.

.