Dr. George continues to expand his holistic dentistry services in San Diego as new, tested and proven materials become available. In 1985, Dr. George began offering mercury-free composite fillings when they became available for posterior teeth. Metal amalgam dental fillings contain trace amounts of mercury. The Food and Drug Administration states that dental amalgam is safe for most adults and children ages 6 and above, while recommending that children under 6, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and people with mercury sensitivity consider alternatives to amalgam fillings. Dr. George offers metal-free composite resin fillings as an alternative option for patients who prefer them.

Practicing Safe, Healthy, Holistic Dentistry in San Diego

To provide patients with additional options, Dr. George has opted to eliminate the use of metal amalgam in our dental office. Instead, we use metal-free, mercury-free composite resin fillings. These metal-free fillings are tinted to blend with the color of natural tooth enamel, so they look natural, which is a bonus to their holistic benefits.

The mercury-amalgam issue is only one point in holistic dentistry. Holistic (or Biological/Integrated) dentistry is best described as a comprehensive approach to dental health, making use of the most up-to-date research and technologies, while working hand-in-hand with the traditional knowledge of the “alternative” approaches to health. Through continued education, Dr. George offers his San Diego and La Jolla patients the most current treatments in integrated dentistry.