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Integrating body, mind, spirit and mouth in caring for the whole person.
Biological dentistry recognizes that the mouth is connected to the entire body. Every dental procedure, material, and intervention can affect your overall health. Biological dentists take a whole-person approach, using biocompatible materials and non-toxic therapies.
The IABDM is committed to advancing this integrative approach, ensuring that dental care supports, not compromises, your systemic wellbeing.
Mercury-safe dentistry and protocols for safe amalgam removal
Biocompatibility testing for all dental materials
Cavitation surgery for dental focal infections
Diagnosis & treatment based on energy, electromagnetics, sound, light, acupuncture, homeopathy & nutrition
Chelation & detoxification for heavy metal removal
Cranio-sacral and osteopathic body work for TMD and malocclusion
An integrated approach to body, mind & spirit
Respect for patient dignity and the right to informed consent
Featured IABDM Certified Elite Members
Trusted professionals committed to the highest standards of biological dentistry and whole-body health.
Herminia P. Chavez, DMD
Pasig, Metro Manila 1605
Ara Elmajian, DDS
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1
Olivia Hart
Yuriy May, DMD
CT 06032
Aria Maryam Horiyat, DDS
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Richard Porcelli, DDS
Bluffton, SC 29910
Sachi Shah, DMD
Millburn, NJ 07041
Angham Abdulla, DDS
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
MARILYN JONES, DDS
Houston, TX 77057
Katie To, DDS, MIABDM, FIABDM
Katy, TX 77494
Krithika Jayaprakash, DDS
Vernon, CT 06066
Karishma Sheth, DDS
Missouri City, TX 77459
Zina Aaron, DMD
Atlanta, GA 30360
Joan Sefcik, DDS, FIABDM
Austin, TX 78757
Sushma Lavu, DDS
Flower Mound, TX 75022
Teresa M. Scott, DDS, MIABDM, FIABDM, AIAOMT
Spring, Texas 77379
Supriya Shetty, DDS
Pewaukee, WI 53072
Al A. Fallah, DDS, MICCMO, CIABDM, AIAOMT
Carlsbad, California 92008
Philip Memoli, DMD
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
James P. Wright, DDS, FIABDM
Las Vegas, NV 89147
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- What is biological dentistry?How a whole-body approach to dental care works, and why it matters for your health.
- Choosing a Biological DentistFrequently asked questions to help you find and choose the right practitioner.
- The Tooth-Body ConnectionHow your mouth reflects and influences the health of the rest of your body.
Treatments & materials
- Is amalgam (mercury) safe?The facts about silver fillings, mercury exposure, and safe removal options.
- What is ozone therapy?A natural, non-toxic treatment used to fight infection and support healing.
- Root Canal EssentialsWhat a root canal involves, its possible effects on your health, and the alternatives.
- Jawbone Osteonecrosis (Cavitations)Areas of dead bone in the jaw, and how a biological dentist treats them.
- Dental ImplantsWhat to know before you choose an implant, and how they are placed safely.
- Biocompatibility TestingFinding out which materials your own body will tolerate before treatment begins.
Everyday health & prevention
- Nutrition & Dental HealthHow what you eat and drink shapes your teeth, gums, and jawbone.
- Sleep & Airway HealthHow breathing and sleep connect to your dental health, at any age.
- Fluoride FactsWhat the research says about fluoride and your health, in plain language.
- Oil PullingThe traditional practice, what it does, and how to do it properly.
- Biological Dental HygieneCleanings and home care that avoid mercury and harsh chemicals.
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