“Why do I have to update my medical history” is a question that we hear frequently, and often with a tone of resistance. We at Origin Dental Wellness are healthcare providers, after all. We are not just tooth mechanics. We feel that it is important for patients to understand why we ask about your health, … Read more
Synopsis Dental implants can enhance oral health from a biological dentistry perspective. Origin Dental Wellness in Tulsa, OK, lists their benefits, including bone preservation, improved chewing, and stability, and explores the step-by-step procedure. We provide personalized care and the best dental implant rates in Tulsa. Dental implants are a transformative solution for individuals seeking to … Read more
Synopsis Origin Dental Wellness, a Tulsa holistic dentist, explains why Tulsa residents should visit us for mercury-free fillings. Learn about the benefits of mercury-free dentistry, including safety, health, and environmental considerations. We use advanced techniques like SMART and holistic practices to prioritize your overall health. Dentists use fillings to repair teeth affected by cavities, cracks, … Read more
Synopsis: Origin Dental Wellness in Tulsa, OK, emphasizes how holistic dentistry can minimize risks associated with dental implant procedures by focusing on biocompatible materials, integrative health approaches, and personalized care. Selecting non-toxic, biocompatible materials reduces the likelihood of allergic reactions and complications. Their patient-centered approach includes considering overall health, nutrition, and lifestyle to support faster … Read more
On my most recent trip to Kois Dental Center in Seattle, the pilot had to modify his course, which allowed everyone on board (or at least everyone on the left side of the plane) the opportunity to take in the majesty of Mt. Rainier. Rainier stands 14,411 feet tall. I haven’t hiked it (yet), but … Read more
The philosophy of dentistry practiced at Origin Dental Wellness is often called Biological Dentistry, meaning that we believe that your oral health is not independent of your overall health. We believe that the health of the mouth very strongly impacts and affects the health of the body. This is a more holistic approach to dentistry, … Read more
I LOVE lettuce season!! Yes, that is a picture of my refrigerator from this morning. When we were leaving Joe’s Organic Farm in Bixby with our CSA bag of greens (which is massive), a woman in line asked how many people we fed with that bag. “Just two,” I said. Did I mention I love … Read more
I was recently heard saying this as I walked down the hall in my office. I had just reviewed a Cone Beam CT scan of a new patient who simply wanted to be established as a patient at Origin Dental Wellness. She had very little dentistry (only two fillings in 36 years), no complaints, no … Read more
A root canal is basically another way of saying a root filling. When a root canal is performed, the nerve, blood vessels, and immune support of the tooth are removed from the central canal in a tooth and then replaced with a root canal filling material called gutta-percha. Gutta-percha is actually a purified latex that … Read more
At Origin Dental Wellness, we are SMART-certified to remove your mercury amalgam fillings safely. This means taking the precautions necessary to protect you, the patient, from the exposure of the toxic mercury fumes as well as the elemental mercury itself. Because mercury is a neurotoxin, it is very important to be fully protected from its … Read more
There is no better time than a new year to take the positive action steps towards a healthier you. Not only is it a new beginning on the calendar, but the Holidays are behind you, with all the busyness that often leads to exhaustion. Add to that mix all the treats traditionally had for the … Read more
At Origin Dental Wellness, we recognize that the body can not be healthy if the mouth isn’t healthy. The mouth is where input into the body begins, it is the origin of overall health. Because of this, our processes are quite different from what one would see in a traditional dental office. For example, new … Read more
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