At Green Dentistry in San Francisco we believe that cavities are not inevitable. But we also know they happen, in spite of everyone’s best efforts. When we find them we use BPA-free white fillings to restore them. Sometimes called composite resin, white fillings are an alternative to the metal fillings that were the standard in…
Dr. Nammy Patel talks about natural ways to help prevent and cure gum disease, including brushing with an electric toothbrush, using a Waterpik, and oil pulling. The best and most natural way to help with gum disease is using an electric toothbrush, really making sure the electric toothbrush hits the teeth with 50,000 pulsations per…
Fluoride has been used in dentistry for generations, and to this day many dental professionals recommend it for strengthening teeth and preventing cavities. But at Green Dentistry in San Francisco we consider fluoride unfit for use in humans. We do not, and never will, use it at our practice. Many communities even add fluoride to…
Dr. Nammy talks about grinding your teeth, and some natural ways to prevent it, including deep breathing, baths and showers, and meditation. So a couple of natural ways to help grinding is, number one, before going to bed, doing some deep breathing, doing some Ujjayi breathing, is really key. So that’s when you go [inhales]…
Dr. Nammy talks about the connection between your overall health and your teeth, and how working on improving your overall health can help you keep your teeth for life. So, the best way to keep your teeth is, obviously, by brushing and flossing. Beyond that, it actually is looking at your overall health. And that’s…
At Green Dentistry in San Francisco we are a holistic practice that considers the patient’s entire body and health, not just the teeth and gums. There are a lot of dentists out there, and most do not take this holistic approach. Why should you choose a holistic dentist? Your Overall Health Holistic dentistry promotes total…
Learn how traditional holiday cuisine can impact the health of your teeth and mouth. Find out how to keep your teeth healthy during the holidays.
Find out if white dental fillings might have BPA. Learn about the importance of biocompatibility and holistic dentistry when filling cavities.
At Green Dentistry in San Francisco we will always provide outstanding dental care. But as a holistic dental practice, our focus is on more than just your teeth and gums. At every checkup we take into account your physical and emotional health, and even your spiritual well-being. That’s because your oral health influences your overall…
If you Google the word “holistic” (or look it up in the dictionary) you’ll get a definition that goes something like this: “placing an emphasis on the body’s parts, and their relation to the whole.” The word has been trendy for a decade or more, but at Green Dentistry in San Francisco, “holistic” is a…
