Core Principles:
Prevention: Functional dentistry focuses on preventing oral diseases. It includes managing the oral microbiome and providing dietary recommendations.
Non-Toxic Materials: When treatment is necessary, functional dentists aim to use non-toxic or the least toxic materials available.
Root Cause Analysis: Instead of merely treating symptoms, functional dentistry seeks to identify and address the root causes of oral diseases.
Personalised Care: Each patient receives a personalized plan of care based on their unique needs, individual risk factors and health status.
Functional dentistry encompasses several related approaches:
Holistic Dentistry: Considers the whole person, not just oral health.
Integrative Dentistry: Integrates dental care with other aspects of health.
Biological Dentistry: Focuses on the connection between oral health and overall well-being.
Natural Dentistry: Prioritizes natural and biocompatible materials.
Functional dentistry isn’t a passing trend; it’s a thoughtful and comprehensive approach to maintaining oral health and overall well-being.
For more information on the principles of Functional Medicine (and therefore Dentistry), please visit The Institute of Functional Medicine website: https://www.ifm.org/
Functional dentistry begins with a thorough examination of your oral health, including your teeth, gums, jaw, and bite. Additionally, I will be asking about your overall health, lifestyle, and any relevant medical history. You can expect a detailed consultation where I will be discussing your concerns, goals, and any symptoms you may be experiencing. This may include discussions about diet, stress management, and other lifestyle factors. Based on the initial assessment and consultation, I will develop a personalized oral care plan tailored to your specific needs. This may include recommendations for further testing, dental treatments, lifestyle changes, and complementary therapies with top specialists in their respective fields.
The mouth is the gateway to your body. It can tell you so much about your health, not just at the present moment, but also what you should look out for in the future.
Most bad breath comes from an imbalance in the oral microbiome, the community of organisms that reside inside your mouth. Just like the gut, vaginal, and skin microbiome, the oral microbiome is incredibly diverse and consists of hundreds of different species of bacteria. When the oral microbiome is out of balance, not only do we see bad breath, but we also see disruption to gut health, an increase in cavities, and even an impact to mental health such as depression and anxiety.
Awhite dental filling, also called composite resin, is a non-toxic material that is used significantly more often than amalgam fillings in the last few years. It is composed of a mixture of BPA-free hard plastics that are pliable when filling the tooth and are hardened via a UV light curing process. It is considered one of the safest dental fillings available today.
Veneers are an amazingly versatile, effective, long-lasting, and beautiful cosmetic treatment that can transform your smile. Porcelain dental veneers are precisely crafted and shaded to look and feel like completely natural teeth. They are more resistant to stains from coffee, tea, and red wine. They are unlikely to cause irritation or allergy to your gum tissues. Porcelain does not leach toxic chemicals or substances into your body and can be customized to your unique needs.
Adental crown is a dental prosthetic designed to cover or replace a tooth that has been damaged. A porcelain crown can restore the shape, size, and surface of a tooth that has been cracked, chipped, or otherwise damaged. Not only does this improve your appearance, but it can also strengthen your tooth and prevent further damage.
When faced with the situation of having a missing tooth or teeth, there are several management options that can be discussed with you. After an initial assessment, we will go through all the options together. Implants replicate the root of the tooth and look and feel much more like natural teeth. However, not everyone is a candidate for implants. They are more expensive than dentures and the gum and jawbone need to be in good condition to even consider them as an option. I will be recommending the best treatment for your individual circumstances.
A regular dental exam and cleaning every 6 months to remove tartar and plaque on the surface of the teeth is highly recommended. As part of your regular cleaning and dental exam, I will refer and coordinate your visit to a top dental therapist who will take measurements of your gums to test whether you have any gum recession or gum disease.
Functional dentistry is an approach to dental care that emphasizes prevention for oral diseases, such as managing the oral microbiome, providing dietary recommendations amongst others. Unlike conventional dentistry, functional dentistry focuses on the root causes of oral disease and works with each patient to develop an individualized plan of care. Additionally, it recognizes that the health of the mouth reflects overall health, taking an all-body approach to dental well-being.
Our professional teeth whitening dental treatments are gentle, fast, and safe. This is the best choice when you want to remove stains and remove the effects of the natural aging process of your teeth. I can help you achieve immediate and long-lasting results. In fact, you’ll have a sparkling smile in about an hour. We offer professional teeth whitening treatments that can be worn in the comfort of your home. We’ll provide professional whitening gels to get the best and safest results.
Aroot canal treatment involves removing and cleaning the infected pulp. Then the tooth is prepared to receive a crown that will restore the tooth’s shape, function, and appearance. For any root canal treatment, re-treatments and endodontic surgical procedures, a specialist endodontist from my network, will assess your individual needs and offer treatment.