Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist

Meet Dr. Evans! After earning her DDS at the University of Southern California (just like Dr. O’Rielly!), she served for 8 years in the US Navy – at home, abroad and at sea. We're excited to have her on our Integrative Dream Team!

Our Integrative Dental Team! We are thrilled to have the Drs. Evans on our team! Check out our latest blog post to learn more about how we got here!

It had taken six years and multiple offices to land us in our new digs. And we have always been so grateful for this office, with windows and doors that open, fronting onto a garden.

Twenty years later, we continue to be thankful for this space, where we can offer a unique and supportive environment for dental care. It has been well worth the journey to arrive here.

Integrative Dentistry: Our 20-Year Anniversary - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist In March of 2004 Integrative Dentistry found its new home! It had taken six years and multiple offices to land us in our new digs. And we have always been so grateful for this office, with windows and doors that open, fronting onto a garden. Twenty years later, we continue to be thankful for this s...

Here's some new Intel for my Facebook readers! A new paradigm for periodontal care to heal and protect gums with lasers. Enjoy!

Why Routine Cleanings are Important and When to Use Lasers - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist Precision Dental Medicine is no longer just about measuring pockets; it means looking at the totality of the situation, including the body's equilibrium and response to inflammation.

A lot of my patients have seen The Root Cause movie on Netflix about the perils of root canals. Does the movie have it right when it comes to root canals being bad for you and causing diseases like cancer, arthritis, heart disease and strokes? My answer is ‘yes’ and ‘no.’

https://myholisticdentist.com/2019/02/04/is-the-root-cause-movie-right-about-root-canals/

Is The "Root Cause" Movie Right About Root Canals? - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist Does the "Root Cause" movie have it right when it comes to root canals being bad for you and causing diseases like cancer, arthritis, heart disease and strokes? My answer is 'yes' and 'no.'

Did George Meinig have it right when he wrote ‘The Root Canal Cover-Up back in 1993? Yes and no. The reason I say this is explained below, so keep reading. In his book, Meinig highlights the research done by Westin Price a century ago demonstrating how root canal infections cause other health conditions and illnesses in the body. Price was most famous for his rabbit experiments, where he implanted root canal teeth from his patients into rabbits and tracked how that animal fared afterward. What he observed was that the rabbits got sick and in many cases died as a result. After observing this scores of times, he coined the phrase ‘focal infection’, which basically means that the bacteria in one part of the body can affect or cause illness in another part of the body.



https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/09/07/the-root-canal-cover-up-did-george-meinig-have-it-right/

The Root Canal Cover-Up: Did George Meinig Have it Right? - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist The focal infection theory links dental infections with heart disease. Over 600,000 people die from heart disease every year, accounting for 1 in 4 deaths.

Have you put off doing the dental work you need because you are afraid it might fail? Have you heard that all root canals are bad for you? Or that a titanium implant blocks the meridian flow, or can corrode because of the acids in your mouth? If you are immune compromised in any way, pay attention, because what you are going to learn here can make a difference between success and failure when it comes to dental surgery of any kind, whether it be root canals, implants, extractions or even gum procedures like deep cleanings.

https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/07/19/inflammation-may-cause-failure-in-extractions-root-canals-and-implants-a-case-study/

Inflammation May Cause Failure in Extractions, Root Canals and Implants: A Case Study - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist If you are immune compromised, what you are going to learn here can make the difference between success and failure when it comes to dental surgery.

Did Dr. Price have it right when he put out his research on infected root canals and the focal infection theory nearly 100 years ago? Over the next few weeks, I will be reviewing some basic positions on root canals and their effect on systemic health. I’m often asked by my patients whether it’s better to get a root canal vs an extraction. I will be attempting to answer this question by taking a deep dive into the research. However, I will not just be looking at one side of the issue. I will be looking at it from all angles and summarizing what opposing sides have to say about this hotly contested subject.



https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/07/05/root-canal-vs-extraction-are-root-canals-toxic-to-my-body-a-review-of-weston-prices-research-100-years-later/

Root Canal vs Extraction: Are Root Canals Toxic to My Body? A Review of Weston Price's Research 100 years later - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist Did Dr. Price have it right when he put out his research on infected root canals and the focal infection theory nearly 100 years ago?

I’m often asked by patients who are choosing between doing a root canal or extracting their tooth, ‘Alright doc, I get that my tooth is infected, what are my choices? What would you do if it was your tooth?’

No one wants to lose a tooth. This is very natural and normal. Thanks to the advent of Photon Induced Photoacoustic streaming (PIPS), a technology licensed to Fotona utilizing the Er:Yag laser, we can now eliminate bacteria in root canal teeth. This is the good news, and a game changer in root canal therapy.

https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/06/18/should-i-treat-my-root-canal-infection-or-extract-my-tooth/

Should I Treat My Root Canal Infection or Extract my Tooth? - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist No one wants to lose a tooth. This is very natural and normal. Thanks to the advent of Photon Induced Photoacoustic streaming (PIPS), a technology licensed to Fotona utilizing the Er:Yag laser, we can now eliminate bacteria in root canal teeth. This is the good news, and a game changer in root canal...

Is there a way to prevent root canal infection from cavities and deep decay in a tooth? Absolutely. I do it almost on a daily basis. The secret to preventing root canals from deep decay is by using ozone.



https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/05/28/how-i-treat-deep-cavities-to-prevent-root-canal-infection-a-case-study/

How I Treat Deep Cavities to Prevent Root Canal Infection - A Case Study - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist Is there a way to prevent root canal infection from cavities and deep decay in a tooth? Absolutely. I do it almost on a daily basis. The secret to preventing root canals from deep decay is by using Ozone.

A lot of patients come to me seeking help in trying to resolve root canal infections. The problem is that the basic protocol for treating root canals hasn't changed in the last 30 years, ever since I got out of dental school. There have been improvements and tweaks, but we are still using the same basic approach, strategies and tools.

Now there is a laser technology that can directly address many of the problems inherent in root canal therapy.

How to Resolve Root Canal Infections - A Pardigm Shift - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist A lot of patients come to me seeking help in trying to resolve root canal infections. The problem is that the basic protocol for treating root canals hasn't changed in the last 30 years, ever since I got out of dental school. There have been improvements and tweaks, but we are still using the same b...

Holistic dentistry and biological dentistry refer to two different aspects of integrative dental care. Generally speaking the term ‘holistic’ refers to the fact that the body is one whole or holistic system. Common sense dictates that the mouth, the primary pathway to the digestive system, is integral to the health of the entire body.



https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/02/06/what-is-holistic-dentistry/

What is Holistic Dentistry and What Makes It Different? - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist

For those of you who were told that your root canal should last a lifetime, this has not been my experience. The fact is root canals fail and they usually fail more often than is realized by both doctor and patient. How do I know this? Because 3-D imaging called cone beams show more infection with old root canals than has been previously known.



https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/04/30/what-to-do-about-old-root-canal-infections-a-case-study/

What To Do About Old Root Canal Infections - A Case Study - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist For those of you who were told that your root canal should last a lifetime, this has not been my experience. The fact is root canals fail and they usually fail more often than is realized by both doctor and patient.

I remember that day in 1991, as if it was yesterday. I’d been visiting my parents in Monterey, trying to get a little R&R from work. And here I was, sitting in the Monterey Hospital emergency room waiting to be seen, and wondering how I had gotten here.

https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/04/09/how-i-became-a-holistic-and-biological-dentist/

How I Became a Holistic and Biological Dentist - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist Sitting in a hospital for an hour squirming while waiting for a doctor to see you can be a humbling experience. What began to sink in was the realization that if I didn’t change something and do it quickly, I was most likely not going to see my 50th birthday. I knew instinctively that a heart atta...

I’m often asked, ‘Is there a way to prevent a root canal without actually killing the tooth?’ Another way of asking this is, ‘Is there a way to reverse a root canal after it’s been diagnosed?

What’s the truth, doc? Is there a way to avoid root canals?



https://myholisticdentist.com/2018/04/02/can-root-canals-be-prevented/

Can Root Canal Infection Be Prevented? - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist Do all teeth that need crowns automatically need root canals? Absolutely not. Truth be told, in my experience very few teeth that need crowns (or caps) also need root canals. In fact I can count on one hand the times that I remember this happening. The reason for this are two fold.

Infected Root Canals and What To Do About Them - My book on root canal infections that are hidden and not being seen by your dentist is coming out in 2018. It delves into this issue of infected root canals, how they come about and what to do about the... https://t.co/jXAOt00UPv

t.co The American Association of Endodontists estimates that 18 million root canals are done in this country per year. That is a lot of root canals. What happens when those root canals start to fail and get infected again?

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What is Holistic Dentistry? - ‘Holistic’ and ‘biological’ dentistry refer to two different aspects of integrative dental care. Generally speaking the term ‘holistic’ refers to the fact that the body is one whole or holistic system. Common sense dicta... https://t.co/75fZdygiff

What is Holistic Dentistry? - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist ‘Holistic’ and ‘biological’ dentistry refer to two different aspects of integrative dental care. Generally speaking the term ‘holistic’ refers to the fact that the body is one whole or holistic system. Common sense dictates that the mouth, the primary pathway to the digestive system, is ...

Work Life Balance – Even a Holistic Dentist Needs a Vacation - After a very busy and productive 2017, we were ready to apply more balance to our working life. For those who wanted to see some pictures of our vacation in Kauai, here goes. We had such... https://t.co/nWzv6PgRPA

Work Life Balance - Even a Holistic Dentist Needs a Vacation - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist After a very busy and productive 2017, we were ready to apply more balance to our working life. For those who wanted to see some pictures of our vacation in Kauai, here goes. We had such an outpouring of good will when we announced our plans, we just had to share some of what we …

What Causes Root Canal Failure? - What causes existing root canals to become infected and fail? In the photo to the right you can see a common presentation of an infected tooth. In this case, an old root canal that has failed is draining pus and inf... https://t.co/E399mhcASV

What Causes Root Canal Failure? - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist Can old root canals fail? Read about the 5 causes of root canal failure and pictures of how this happens in the mouth.

The Hippocratic Oath – First Do No Harm - As a holistic dentist in practice for more than 30 years, I still find myself referring back to the first thing I learned at USC Dental School, the Hippocratic Oath. The Hippocratic Oath remains the Golden Ru... https://t.co/vYfUNtIZO5

The Hippocratic Oath - First Do No Harm - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist The Hippocratic Oath is the Golden Rule of health care: First do no harm. Doing more dentistry is rarely the right solution.

Seasonal Stress, Dental Health and Jaw Pain – Part 2 - In our last blog we discussed the importance of pH and how stress, especially at this time of year, can impact a healthy mouth. Another area where stress can affect the mouth is with clenching an... https://t.co/gInhmTedkw

Seasonal Stress, Dental Health and Jaw Pain - Part 2 - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist Stress from the Holidays or just daily life can cause you to grind or clench your teeth during the day or at night causing pain in the head and neck area.

What You Need to Know About Ceramic vs Titanium Dental Implants - Ceramic Implants vs Titanium Implants When I lecture on holistic dentistry, I’m often asked, ‘What are ceramic dental implants?’ As you can see in the picture to the right, ceramic imp... https://t.co/8vfoVioafI

What You Need to Know About Ceramic vs Titanium Dental Implants - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist The biggest advantages to ceramic dental implants over titanium are their natural white appearance and lack of corrosion or oxidation.

Seasonal Stress and Dental Health – Part 1 - Each year, starting around Daylight Savings Time, everyone’s schedule becomes even fuller and more stressful, and in the dental office we often experience people calling in with more dental issues and emerg... https://t.co/Riyl5bnKle

Seasonal Stress and Dental Health - Part 1 - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist What you need to know about pH, acidity and tooth decay. If your pH drops to 6.0, teeth will de-mineralize, resulting in more cavities and gum disease.

Know the Cause TV: Interview with Dr. O’Rielly and Doug Kaufmann https://t.co/auMYqoL3ig

Know the Cause TV: Interview with Dr. O'Rielly and Doug Kaufmann - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist I had the pleasure of being interviewed on the TV show and podcast Know the Cause hosted by Doug Kaufmann. It was a lot of fun. Here is the clip that aired Tuesday and a screenshot of the show that was posted on YouTube.com yesterday. During this segment Doug and I talked about dental materials …

Can You Get Rid of Parasites in Your Mouth in 30 Days? - In my practice it’s been proven with a high definition... https://t.co/7HWFE0c2VT

Can You Get Rid of Parasites in Your Mouth in 30 Days? - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist In my practice it’s been proven with a high definition microscope that you can definitely get rid of parasites in the mouth in 30 days. Why should you care? If you have traveled much or have had pets in your life chances are that you have been exposed to parasites like the ones shown in …

How Stealth Pathogens are Linked to Systemic Diseases - As a holistic dentist who has viewed hundreds of videos... https://t.co/E0HVGAyXWY

How Stealth Pathogens are Linked to Systemic Diseases - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist What health conscious people need to know about stealth pathogens and the diseases they cause like Lymes, Irritable Bowel, Autoimmune, and Dementia.

5 Microbes That Cause Gum Disease - A healthy mouth is a complex ecosystem and like any ecosystem, is susceptib... https://t.co/T41Y5R2m3D

5 Microbes That Cause Gum Disease - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist How bacteria and other microbes cause gum disease, creates systemic inflammation and what to do about it.

Bio-Friendly, Non Metal Fillings - What do health conscious people need to know about dental materials? Here is... https://t.co/iRMzHcSTOM

Bio-Friendly, Non Metal Fillings - Integrative Dentistry, San Diego Holistic Dentist What do health conscious people need to know about dental materials? Here is a quick rundown: Whenever possible avoid metal (especially mercury) for restorations like fillings or crowns Use composites (white filling material) that have no BisPhenolA or ‘BPA free’ for short Use cements for crowns tha...