Holistic Dentistry NJ

There are an increasing number of dental practices that use the words “holistic”, “natural”, “biological” or the like. Unfortunately, patients often discover that these terms are merely labels to attract alternative-minded patients. At the Center For Systemic Dentistry , which was founded nearly 30 years ago, you will find a practice dedicated to finding the delicate balance between ancient wisdom and modern technology—for the true health and healing of our patients. Our practice is truly unique, so much so, that our patients travel from across the tri-state area and even from across the United States for the alternative natural healing methods that we offer. Please read A Basic Primer on Holistic Dentistry to see what we mean. So whether you are located in Berkeley Heights, any of the surrounding towns or throughout the NJ/NY/PA tri-state area, we’re here to help you with your dental needs.

There are an increasing number of dental practices that use the words “holistic”, “natural”, “biological” or the like. Unfortunately, patients often discover that these terms are merely labels to attract alternative-minded patients. At the Center For Systemic Dentistry , which was founded nearly 30 years ago, you will find a practice dedicated to finding the delicate balance between ancient wisdom and modern technology—for the true health and healing of our patients. Our practice is truly unique, so much so, that our patients travel from across the tri-state air and even from across the United States for the alternative natural healing methods that we offer. eaPlease read A Basic Primer on Holistic Dentistry to see what we mean. So whether you are located in Berkeley Heights, any of the surrounding towns or throughout the NJ/NY/PA tri-state area, we’re here to help you with your dental needs. Dr. Philip Memoli Natural Detoxification | Holistic Dentistry NJ

Mercury, the only metallic element that is a liquid under standard temperature and pressure conditions, is widely utilized in many industries and processes. It has been used as a component of dental amalgam since ancient times and is found in fluorescent tubes and thermometers; it is also released into the environment as a result of industrial processes, such as smelting, mining, and energy production. Some mercury is introduced due to naturally occurring phenomena, such as volcanic eruptions. This widespread presence of mercury facilitates the possibility of its introduction into the body, where it can cause either chronic or acute poisoning. The simplest ways to avoid mercury exposure in your immediate environment are to remove fluorescent tubes and thermometers (or, at least, to handle them with extreme care to avoid breakage), to avoid consumption of certain types of fish known to harbour high accumulations of mercury in their tissues, and to undergo a process of  safe amal...

Many patients have heard the term mercury toxicity associated with fillings but still have many questions about it: what is it, am I affected by it, and what can be done to remediate it? Fillings are made of a substance called dental amalgam. This is a mixture of metals, consisting primarily of mercury. Mercury amalgam has been used as a dental filling material around the world since ancient times and in the United States for nearly 200 years. Mercury toxicity, also called mercury poisoning, is caused by a high level of mercury in the body. The presence of mercury has been shown to cause the wide range of chronic and acute health problems affecting all major systems in the body; neurological, gastrointestinal, immune, and cardiovascular problems have been attributed to mercury toxicity, as has damage to major organs such as the liver, kidneys, and lungs.   The Center for Systemic Dentistry will work with you to determine the best course of treatment to safely re...