A bacterial infection called periodontal disease causes inflammation of the bones and gums that support and surround the teeth. Noninvasive approaches to treating the gums are part of the holistic approach to treating periodontal disease. In addition to standard tartar removal methods, holistic dentists utilize low-level laser disinfection, microscopic bacterial analyses, and nontoxic irrigation. Holistic dentistry reduces the quantity of potentially dangerous chemicals we expose our bodies to, such as dental fillings, chemicals included in over-the-counter mouthwash, and chemicals in food. Most people are mostly ignorant of the cumulative detrimental…
The Holistic Approach to Periodontal Disease
