As an holistic dentist (and former “traditional” dentist and
dental school professor) I frequently get asked about the
differences between “traditional” and “holistic” dentistry.
While there are a few distinct differences that categorize
dentists and dental practices into one group or the other, the
truth is that every dentist is different and to place one
dentist in the “holistic” group and another in the “traditional”
group is not a good method of segmentation.  The Background of
Holistic Dentistry  How is holistic dental care different?
Holistic Dentistry Focuses on Whole-Body Wellness that Starts
with the Mouth  Before we can get into depth on the differences,
I think it’s important to look at what the word “holistic”
really means. The word holistic is not a reflection of the
practices and techniques used by the dentist, but of an overall
philosophy of the role of oral care. The word itself comes from
“wholistic” meaning “the whole.” Truly holistic dentists will
educate patients on the importance of over