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Holistic Dentistry Holistic Dentistry is composed of two main premises. The first is to consider the ramifications of dental care on the entire individual. To this end the dental practitioner chooses biocompatible materials that will have the least deleterious effects on the patient and utilizes treatment methods that will enhance the health and wellness of the whole person. The holistic dentist has an interdisciplinary approach to health care that facilitates the individuals' innate ability to heal themselves. The second premise is that any decision to undertake treatment is decided by the doctor and the informed patient who gives his consent after they have discussed the recommendations for care and all the anticipated outcomes of the treatment. The holistic dentist views the patient as a totality of body, mind and spirit made up of equal physical, chemical and psychological parts. These parts are interlaced and need to be balanced and supported by the care provided from the doctor. When needed the dentist recommends and enlists help from other health care practitioners to support his treatment for the patient. Illinois
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