Guys- I did a thing a few weeks ago!

Ok, maybe you won’t be as excited about this as me, but it was an important add to my holistic wellness journey and I’m psyched!

I got my mercury amalgam filling removed 🙌🏼🙌🏼 If you are also someone who grew up getting mercury fillings- listen up: it’s probably time to see a biological dentist to get them (safely) removed. (Note: please please please make sure you see a biological dentist for this!!) But also- biological dentistry may be an important part of your health journey no matter what!! Read on ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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✨✨✨Wellness Wednesday✨✨✨

Why Consider a Biological Dentist?

When we think about wellness, we often picture nutrition, movement, stress reduction… but oral health is just as connected to whole-body health. That’s where biological dentistry comes in. 🦷✨

A biological (or holistic) dentist looks at the mouth as part of an interconnected system — not an isolated set of teeth. Here are some key benefits:

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1. Whole-Body Approach

Biological dentists consider how dental treatments impact the entire body. They focus on reducing inflammation and supporting long-term overall health, not just fixing problems as they arise.

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2. Biocompatible Materials
   Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, they choose materials and ingredients that are gentler, non-toxic, and better tolerated by sensitive individuals. This can be especially helpful for people with allergies or chemical sensitivities, but important for all of us!
3. Safer Removal of Old Dental Materials
   If mercury fillings or other outdated materials need to be removed, biological dentists typically use strict safety protocols to minimize exposure and protect both the patient and the dental team. Exposure to heavy metals can easily happen with filling removal, so it’s important to use the SMART removal method!!

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4. Focus on Airway + Breathing
   Many biological dentists assess airway function, tongue posture, bite alignment, and breathing patterns — all of which influence sleep quality, headaches, digestion, sinus issues and even stress levels.

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5. Prevention Through Root-Cause Care
   Rather than treating symptoms alone, they explore potential underlying contributors like nutrition, microbiome imbalance, chronic mouth breathing, or sleep issues. This can help reduce recurring problems like cavities, grinding, or gum inflammation.

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6. Gentle Approach for Sensitive Patients
   People with anxiety, sensory sensitivities, or a history of negative dental experiences often find biological dental offices feel calmer, slower-paced, and more patient-centered. I know I sure have found this to be true 🙏

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If whole-body health is your priority, a biological dentist can be an amazing addition to your wellness routine. I’m just trying not to beat myself up that I didn’t start this earlier, but better late than never, right ?!?!

Your mouth is a gateway to the rest of your body — caring for it with a root-cause, integrative approach can make a real difference in how you feel day to day.

I’d love to hear from you: have you made this transition yet???