When searching for holistic dental care, you might come across two significant organizations - the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) and the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM). Both promote overall...
Biological Dentistry
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What It Means to Be a Certified Biological Dentist Today
Biological dentistry, at its core, aims to cohesively unify the relationship between your oral health and your overall health. Exclusively trained to delve deeper, biological dentists work to diagnose and treat dental conditions with a full-body health perspective....
What’s the Difference Between Biological Dentistry and Holistic Dentistry for Your Health
Understanding dental care can be hard because there are many different types. Two types that often confuse people are biological dentistry and holistic dentistry. Even though they both work in similar ways, there are important differences between them. ...
How Biological Dentistry Unveils the Best and Worst Foods for Your Teeth
Oral health is an essential component of our overall well-being, often overlooked when considering dietary choices. However, recent insights from the world of biological dentistry spotlight how some foods can be harmful for our teeth and gums, while others actively...
Why Reducing Water Fluoridation Sources Is Crucial for Public Health
At the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, we're committed to promoting a thorough understanding of all facets of dental health, including the risks associated with water fluoridation. Exposure to fluoride occurs in several ways, such as...
Building a Healthier and Greener Planet Through Biological Dentistry
At the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM), we stress the importance of sustainability in dental practice. Among our main concerns is reducing waste and preventing pollution. Biological dentistry is much more than treating oral...
How Biological Dentistry Protects You from Potentially Harmful Mercury Fillings
When it comes to ensuring a healthy smile, biological dentistry stands high in the health-conscious world. Biological dentistry considers the impact of dental practices on the entire body’s health and aims to reduce that. An essential part of this is to raise...
How Terrain Theory Promotes Healing from the Inside Out
We all get sick from time to time. But, have you ever wondered why some people seem to catch the flu often and get many colds, while others only have light sniffles now and then? Also, why do some of us get better quickly, while others struggle with tiredness and...
Gum Disease Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk in New Research
Your mouth is a complex ecosystem with about 700 different bacterial species, some of which contribute to gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. Biological dentistry utilizes a holistic approach to oral health, making the connection between oral health and...
How Phase Contrast Microscopy Helps Patients See and Treat Gum Disease
Nearly 90% of people in the US deal with some level of gum disease. So, when patients visit for dental hygiene check-ups, many are struggling with unnoticed periodontal infection. Despite proper brushing and flossing habits, dental issues persist. In search of a...
Ozone Therapy Explained for Better Oral and Overall Health
Biological dentistry is a component of health care that focuses on the harmony between the oral and overall health of a patient. A rising practice in this field is the application of an age-old medical treatment - ozone therapy. Ozone has been utilized...
How Biological Dentistry Enhances Dental Health and Recovery with Platelet Rich Fibrin
Biological dentistry places a high emphasis on the integration of holistic health practices with conventional dental procedures. A vital part of this discipline is harnessing the body's natural healing abilities to improve the outcomes of dental procedures. One unique...