Lake Oswego Dentist: Our Guiding Principles

Within our bodies, every system is connected and integrated, each impacting the health and function of the other. At Aesthetic Dentistry of Lake Oswego, we respect these integral connections and aim to provide dentistry that considers the health and wellness of all your body systems.

Our goal is to assess your oral and general health as a whole and help you elevate your well-being by eliminating materials or treatments that negatively impact you and replacing them with better, healthier alternatives. As your holistic dentist, we also provide wellness support and guidance in nutrition and supplements, stress management, healthy sleep hygiene, immune system support, and eliminating toxins to support optimal health.

For example, if you have old metal amalgam fillings, the mercury in them may negatively impact your overall health. Dr. Bowden will recommend SMART-safe mercury removal to eliminate metal fillings and replace them with a safer alternative, such as a composite or ceramic porcelain restoration.

This process will include Dr. Bowden guiding you through an amalgam filling removal procedure following all the protocols of SMART-safe mercury removal. He may also recommend additional procedures to support the process, like supplements, vitamin C infusions, or activated charcoal, which can enhance your results.

Eliminating Toxins Protects Your Health

Some of the popular materials dentists used in the past, such as amalgam fillings or nickel in crowns, have proven to have side effects for some patients. The toxins found in these metals can result in chronic health concerns, like autoimmune or degenerative diseases, that can be significantly debilitating.

At Aesthetic Dentistry of Lake Oswego, we avoid these concerns by conducting biocompatibility testing, which allows patients to learn which materials they react to before using them in a treatment procedure.

We also do not use materials such as metal amalgam or fluoride, which could negatively impact our patients.  

Treatments like saliva testing, which helps us identify the specific harmful bacteria present in your mouth, and ozone therapy help eliminate these bacteria that cause tooth decay and shift the environment and pH level in your mouth so these bacteria cannot thrive.

The Role of Prevention in Holistic Dentistry

Your holistic dentist in Lake Oswego aims to help you optimize your health and well-being. With preventive dentistry, we can assess your oral health and help determine how to avoid disease, tooth wear and breakdown, oral cancer, gum disease, and other problems that can be detrimental to your general and dental health.

Consistent preventive teeth cleanings and checkups protect against common dental problems and chronic non-dental concerns like heart disease, diabetes, and dementia.

At Aesthetic Dentistry of Lake Oswego, we will personalize your dental care and treatments, ensuring that we use the safest materials, procedures, and techniques for your smile and overall health.

Aesthetic Dentistry of Lake Oswego offers patients the full range of dental services needed to achieve and maintain a healthy smile combined with holistic dental services you may not find at other dental practices:

• Holistic Dentistry — Combining oral health with overall health to create personalized dental care
• Preventive Care — Routine teeth cleanings, checkups, and x-rays to maintain optimal oral health
• Periodontal Treatment — Helping patients effectively manage gum disease
• Ozone Therapy — Naturally preventing and protecting smiles from tooth decay and cavities
• SMART-Safe Mercury Removal — Following all protocols and procedures for safely removing old metal amalgam fillings
• Cosmetic Dentistry — A diverse range of services to help patients achieve beautiful and functional smiles they can feel proud of
• Invisalign — Comfortably straightening teeth without the hassle of brackets and wires
• Tooth Extraction — Comfortable, safe, and comprehensive tooth extraction
• Comprehensive Implant Dentistry — From bone grafting to implant placement and restoration, Dr. Bowden can help restore your smile
• Solutions for Sleep Apnea — Offering comfortable and effective solutions to eliminate snoring or reduce the impact of sleep apnea

Would You Like to Learn More about Holistic Dentistry in Lake Oswego?

Aesthetic Dentistry of Lake Oswego proudly serves patients in Lake Oswego and surrounding areas such as Portland, Tualatin, Wilsonville, Beaverton, Tigard, and Sherwood, OR. We accept new patients and would love to be part of your holistic dental journey!

You can request an appointment online or speak with a team member to schedule when you call (503) 675-7300.

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