When patients think of “holistic” health care, they likely imagine things like acupuncture or burning incense. Holistic treatment plans actually focus on the effects of any one health care service on the entire body. Holistic oral hygiene and health options consider how caring for your smile will impact your whole body health. Two holistic oral health treatments we promote are nonfluoridated toothpastes and wax free lip moisturizers. Both of these preventive services take into consideration the effects fluoride and other chemicals have on a patient’s health and wellbeing.
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