The Power of Red Light Therapy for Healing and Oral Health

Red light therapy (RLT) is rapidly gaining popularity due to its ability to speed up recovery, reduce inflammation, and promote healing in a natural and non-invasive way. BioRejuvenation dentistry focuses on restoring the health and balance of the oral structures using the body’s natural healing mechanisms rather than relying on invasive procedures. By integrating red … Continued

The Critical Role of the Jaw, Skull, and Neck in Airway Dentistry

As an airway-focused dental practice, we see firsthand how deeply interconnected the structures of the jaw, skull, and neck are when it comes to oral health and overall well-being. Integrative dentistry is no longer just about treating teeth in isolation; it’s about understanding how the entire craniofacial system functions and how these structures affect critical … Continued

Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) for Periodontal Treatment

Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, affects millions of people worldwide, leading to inflammation, infection, and even tooth loss if left untreated. The central culprit behind periodontal disease is biofilm, a complex microbial community that adheres to the surfaces of teeth and gums. In recent years, the development of advanced techniques like Guided Biofilm … Continued

Underdeveloped Jaws: How Modern Habits Impact Facial Growth and Airway Development

The structure and development of our jaws play a crucial role in overall health, particularly in how we breathe, sleep, and align our teeth and tongues. Yet, modern lifestyles and environmental factors are increasingly contributing to underdeveloped jaws—a condition that can lead to misaligned teeth, airway problems, sleep issues, and a host of other health … Continued

Myofunctional Therapy: Re-Educating Muscles for Better Health

Myofunctional therapy is gaining increasing attention for its ability to address a range of health issues, from TMJ disorders to airway obstructions like sleep apnea and tongue tie. This therapy involves retraining the muscles of the mouth, face, and throat to improve function, posture, and overall health. It is a natural, non-invasive approach that can … Continued

Expansive Clear Aligners: An Integrative Approach to Dental Alignment and Overall Health

Integrative and bio rejuvenation dentistry focuses beyond aesthetics or symptom treatment. Instead, it seeks to promote long-term health and harmony within the body. One tool that we use at Santa Teresa Smiles that aligns with these principles is expansive clear aligners, which are helping our patients see not only beautiful smiles, but also improving their … Continued

Postural Restoration in Dental Treatments: Enhancing Dental Outcomes

Postural Restoration(PRI) a therapeutic approach that focuses on restoring balance within the body’s muscular and skeletal systems, has gained attention in various medical fields. In dentistry, this method plays a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of treatments such as dental expansion and bite alignment. The intersection of postural restoration and dental care reveals how … Continued

Bio Rejuvenation Dentistry: A Minimally Invasive Approach

The link between our mouths and our overall health has been well established in recent years. The term Bio Rejuvenation Dentistry is used for dentists practicing an integrative and minimally invasive approach to dental care. It focuses on restoring the natural biology of your dental system using minimally invasive techniques aiming to restore oral harmony … Continued

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