Holistic Family Dentistry
Holistic family dentistry at NIHA has been a holistic, mercury-free dental practice in Washington, D.C., for over 30 years.
Our caring holistic dentists are pioneers in the field of biological and holistic dental practices, and recognized long ago the toxicity of mercury. The dentists do not use mercury amalgam fillings and may not support some root canal procedures as they believe the materials used may be toxic or harm you.
Holistic family dentists understand the connection between good oral health in relationship to your overall health and wellness. This is reflected in how they practice dentistry. We use biocompatible dental materials that do not harm your health and have a specialized water purification system to protect you, the dentist and the environment. We encourage prevention of cavities and periodontal disease with good oral care, a healthy diet and regular check ups.
As a family dental practice, we treat health-seeking people of all ages: toddlers, children, adults, and special needs patients for all dental issues.
Holistic Family Dental Center in Washington, D.C.
Convenient
- Early and late appointments, and open Saturday
- Directly across from the Friendship Heights Metro Red line, Capitol bikeshare
- Garage parking, 2 hours free
- Rapid appointments, including emergencies
- Dentist on call 24/7 for existing patients
Cost and Compare
- Holistic family dentistry strives to maintain a below-the-median fee structure, while maintaining high quality standards
- Insurance-friendly and assistance to maximize your benefits
- Comprehensive treatment plans with costs and options- no surprises
- We strive to preserve the natural tooth structure, and regard crowns as a last resort for health and cost consideration
- CARE credit available
State-of-the-art Dental Technology
- Purified water system for bacteria-free irrigation
- Digital x-rays, oyygen/ozone dentistry, and healing lasers
- Multiple medical assessment technology, high resolution microscope
Concern for your Health
- Helpful information on diet, lifestyle, detoxification and healthy home
- Prevention dentistry with holistic and natural products available at NIHA
- Coordination of your dental-related medical care, detoxification issues
Concern for your Comfort
- Conventional sedation methods
- Holistic methods of anxiety control, pain control and more options for healing
Emergency Dental Services
Dental Services for Adults and Children
- Mercury-free, metal-free, flouride-free, biocompatible dental materials
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Emergency dental services
- Safe mercury filling removal
- Oral cancer screening
- Oral surgery
- Pediatric dentistry
- Periodontal care
- Preventive care
- Restorative Dentistry: Metal-free Fillings, Crowns, Bridges
- Sleep disorders treatment
Exclusive NIHA Holistic Family Dentistry Articles
Holistic Dentistry: 5 Tips to Avoid Acid Erosion of Your Teeth
Having a diet that is highly acidic can be detrimental to your teeth and consuming acidic foods and drinks throughout the day makes the problem worse. Erosion of the teeth is a type of decay that occurs when the tooth structure is lost due to chemical dissolution by acids. Erosion will start in the enamel, which is the outer layer of the tooth, but can spread to the dentin underneath if left unchecked.
Fluoride: Emerging Research may Conflict with Traditional Dentistry
In recent studies, fluoride research has increasingly been shown to be toxic and not as effective at reducing decay as once thought. Traditional dentistry touts the benefits of fluoride to prevent caries/cavities in your teeth. This has been the conventional wisdom...
Understanding pH and Why Alkalinity is Important to Health
The alkalinity level of your body will affect your overall health. What is the ideal level?
To understand alkalinity it is important to have an understanding of pH. pH is an acronym for “potential of hydrogen,” a value that indicates the acidity or alkalinity of a liquid. The measurement of the hydrogen ion concentration in a liquid determines the pH value. Every liquid has a pH value, which falls on a scale between 0 and 14, with 7 being neutral. A pH value less than 7 is acidic: values greater than 7 indicate alkalinity. Your body also has a pH value. Ideally, your blood’s pH should be between 7.3 and 7.5.