Holistic dental services available from Lakewood, CO area dentist

At South Lakewood Dental in Lakewood, CO, patients in the community have access to the care they need for a healthy, beautiful smile. Additionally, they can enjoy the benefits of working with a dentist who offers holistic dental services and biocompatible materials to restore the smile. Dr. Scott Stewart and the team at South Lakewood Dental are committed to providing the solutions patients need to address their oral health and overall wellbeing.

Why holistic dental care?

Holistic dental care is an approach to dentistry that ensures the materials used and the services provided are in line with one’s health. Holistic dentists believe in the oral-systemic connection, which is the link between the health of the smile and the health of the body. Certain conditions, such as periodontal disease, have a far-reaching impact on one’s overall health that many patients are not aware of. The bacteria in the mouth that is present with periodontitis can be carried through the bloodstream and result in an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. This is why it is incredibly important to not only brush, floss, and visit the dentist, but ensure you take all measures possible to avoid the development of periodontal disease.

Services available

Dr. Scott Stewart is pleased to offer a wide selection of holistic-based services for patients in his Lakewood, CO area practice. A few of the offerings include:

• Mercury-free dentistry
• Mercury-safe dentistry
• Biological microscopic periodontal-plaque scanning
• Natural, non-surgical antimicrobial periodontal solutions
• Laser dentistry
• Ozone therapy
• Treatment for headache, migraines, and facial pain
• Diagnosis and treatment of TMJ disorders

What is mercury and why is it dangerous for the smile?

Mercury is a material that is toxic to the human body. It releases these toxins into the body and can result in mercury toxicity, which can be linked to neurological concerns. Mercury makes up approximately 50% of silver amalgam, the material many dentists use to treat areas of decay. When patients chew their food or drink a warm beverage, the fillings can release mercury vapor into the body. Additionally, silver amalgam fillings can expand and contract with temperature changes, which can put the tooth at risk of bacteria entering inside and resulting in an infection.

Because of these concerns, Dr. Scott Stewart strictly uses non-metal and non-mercury materials for his dental work. Composite resin is a popular alternative to silver amalgam fillings. In addition to being more secure and sealing the tooth better than silver amalgam, composite resin is also the color of natural tooth enamel. When patients have large fillings placed using this material, the result is a seamless appearance. Patients will find it difficult to determine where their dental work has been done because of the aesthetics of composite resin.

A holistic dentist who offers mercury-safe dentistry follows strict protocols to ensure that mercury toxins do not impact everyone in the office during the removal and replacement of silver amalgam fillings. The IAOMT is an organization dedicated to ensuring dentists practice mercury-safe dental services to avoid problems associated with mercury exposure. This includes specific ways to remove silver amalgam fillings safely and dispose of them properly. Dr. Scott Stewart takes mercury-safe dentistry seriously and can help patients achieve beautiful, healthier smiles with the replacement of these silver amalgam fillings.

Patients in the Lakewood, CO area who are interested in obtaining composite resin fillings to replace their old silver amalgam fillings are welcome to work with a holistic dentist such as Dr. Scott Stewart of South Lakewood Dental. His practice is committed to ensuring patients have access to solutions to repair and restore their smile while maintaining good oral health and wellness. With an overall perspective of one’s health, Dr. Scott Stewart can make recommendations regarding the treatments patients will benefit from the most.

Schedule your visit with Dr. Scott Stewart today

Holistic dentistry is an exciting field of dental work that focuses on the overall health of the body. If you are ready to work with a holistic-based practice such as South Lakewood Dental, we invite you to call (855) 233-0023 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Scott Stewart. Our practice accepts new patients into our practice for comprehensive dental care with a biological, holistic approach to the smile and body.

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Dr. Scott Stewart - South Lakewood Dental

Dr. Scott Stewart is a highly experienced dentist who brings over 40 years of dental expertise to his practice in Lakewood, CO, rooted in a blend of traditional and holistic dentistry. Dr. Stewart, a University of Nebraska Medical Center graduate, Resident studies at St. Lukes Hospital, Resident studies at the University of Tennessee has continuously advanced his expertise, earning Board Certification as a Naturopathic Physician. He is a pioneer in biological dentistry, offering innovative treatments like laser dentistry, ozone therapy, and mercury-free protocols. Co-author of the bestselling book "Inside Job," Dr. Stewart is committed to lifelong learning and patient-centered care, making him a trusted authority in both conventional and alternative dental practices.

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