Biological Dentistry Irvine

Dr. David Son’s early dental training reflected the attitude of the times – save teeth. He gradually comprehended a deeper responsibility; how the dentistry he performs affects the patient’s whole health. Today, his methods have evolved into biological dentistry, a holistic concept that respects the uniqueness of each Irvine area patient.

Mercury-free and mercury-safe dentistry

Amalgam fillings contain about 50 percent mercury. The toxin is inhaled, absorbed, and ingested, accumulating in the body over time. Dr. Son practices mercury-free dentistry, placing NO amalgam fillings. Instead, he utilizes the safest, most body-friendly, non-metal restoration materials available.

The team at David Son DDS is trained in mercury-safe dentistry. This is a strict protocol for safe removal of amalgam, that includes:

Use of powerful ventilation/evacuation equipment in treatment rooms.
A mask ensuring that the patient breathes only medical-grade oxygen during the procedure.
An isolation dam to prevent mercury vapor and particles from being inhaled or swallowed.
A liquid sprayed into the mouth to detect possible mercury leaks.
Many other safeguards for the patient, dental team, and environment.

Biocompatibility testing

Did you know that many materials are available for dental restorations? Even in one category, such as filling material or porcelain, there are numerous different compounds. Conventional dentistry is designed with “most people” in mind. Yet a material that is safe for one individual could be harmful to another.

Dr. Son recommends biocompatibility testing for all patients. This test checks for antibodies in your own blood to more than 100 chemicals and metals used in dental materials. A computer program then compares your sensitivities to specific brands. Using this method, Dr. Son selects materials most suitable for your personal makeup and long-term health.

There is much more we’d like to tell you about healthy biological holistic dentistry. In Irvine call (949) 565-4929 to schedule an appointment.

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Why They Choose Us

Reviewed by Scott R. “What will likely matter most to people, Dr. Son is the absolute best at making sure you feel ZERO pain. His numbing process is the equivalent of breathing. You just don't know when the process has started and then your gums are numb. Sounds to good to be true. That's the feeling I get every single time I go through the process.

Dr. Son is very patient and genuinely gives off a positive comforting energy. I've been maybe 7 times and each time I leave grateful.”

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Reviewed by Joe M. “Dr Son is a very skilled and knowledgable dentist. Better yet, he is friendly and you can tell he cares. His staff all made me feel comfortable and well taken care of. From the moment I came in for my first visit 4 years ago I knew I had found a great office that I could count on for my dental care.”

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Reviewed by Emily C. “Amazing! I was looking last year for a holistic minded dentist for major work on my teeth. After hours and hours of searching and speaking to offices mainly in LA, I found Dr Son. His prices were much better than the holistic dentists in LA and his attention to detail and kind heart put me at ease.

I literally almost fell asleep while having a crown put in, it was that pleasant. (I used the gas and the mouth piece that rests gently to keep mouth open while they work and act as a suction. It’s a genius invention that I haven’t seen at other offices I consulted with.)

His office staff and assistants are top notch and the hygienist corrected me on several habits no other hygienist had addressed in detail which I know will save my teeth from future work.

I suggest getting in with them before they become to hard to get a new patient appt. (That’s what happened with my holistic Endocrinoligist;)
Thanks Dr Son!”

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