Inflammation of the gum tissue caused by bacterial toxins is what causes periodontitis, or gum disease. Inflammation of the gum tissue is induced by the toxin produced by the bacteria in plaque, which irritates the gum tissue, causing an inflammatory response, causing the gum tissue to dissolve and the bones supporting your teeth to fall…
At Green Dentistry in San Francisco CA, we specialize in general holistic dentistry and help our patients achieve a healthy, balanced lifestyle. We don’t only focus on teeth, smiles, and looks; we care about our patients as individuals and treat their issues by ascertaining the cause, not simply bandaging the symptoms. This might leave you…
When you think about your mouth, it is important to think about it as a whole structure. Many people often think only of their teeth when they go to the dentist, but that is not all we do. At Green Dentistry, we take a holistic approach and consider your entire mouth as well as your whole body. One of the most important aspects of your oral health is your gums. They are the foundation of your mouth. When you think of a highrise building, it would collapse if it didn’t have a strong foundation. Your mouth is exactly the same. If your gums are not strong, your teeth will have no support and will collapse.
At Green Dentistry in San Francisco CA, we like to steer clear of any and all invasive metals in our dental procedures. After all, dentistry has advanced far enough that we no longer need to employ the use of such haphazard, brute methods to ensure fantastic results. If you are interested in holistic cosmetic options…
At Green Dentistry in San Francisco CA, we specialize in holistic dentistry. Though it might sound complicated, all it really means is that we explore options that benefit your overall health, in an attempt to establish balance between your oral health and your whole body. We don’t believe in quick fixes or in treating only…
Dr. Nammy Patel from Green Dentistry explains why some teeth are strong, while others seem weak. Check out the podcast to learn how you can strengthen your teeth.
Are you prone to dental decay and find that no matter how well you clean your teeth, problems still creep up when you visit our office for your hygiene examination and cleaning? For years, you have learned about brushing your teeth thoroughly for two minutes, twice daily and using dental floss a minimum of once per day to help remove lingering bacteria from between teeth. Many patients also use mouthwash as the final part of their oral hygiene routine or if they cannot brush between meals and need a minty refresher. Dr. Patel was recently highlighted in a Well+Good article discussing how mouthwash may actually be causing your oral health more harm than good. Continue reading to learn more and for the link to this interesting article.
At Green Dentistry in San Francisco we practice holistic dentistry. Our approach is different than the approaches of ordinary dentists: we focus on your entire body and its role in your dental health. Science has established beyond any doubt that there is a connection between dental health and systemic health. For example, gum disease can…
Our teeth are meant to last a lifetime, and with daily brushing and flossing along with regular cleanings and checkups, they usually can. But sometimes things go wrong, through no one’s fault, and one or more teeth are lost. When that happens, dental implants from Green Dentistry in San Francisco are an ideal solution. Our…
Dr. Nammy Patel talks about health care changing to a preventative model instead of a reactive model of simply taking pills to prevent symptoms, and how we can take care of ourselves better so we thrive instead of just survive. One of the things that we’re seeing now as a society in the health care…
