Our Practice Philosophy
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Each of our patients gets Dr. Mustian’s full attention during their appointment. We do not have expanded duty dental assistants placing fillings, seating crowns, or adjusting bites. We believe all your dental work should be done by the dentist.
Following that, holistic methods and attitudes are a wonderful augmentation. We strive to understand how your overall health affects your dental health, and how your dentistry affects your overall health.
Boulder Holistic Dentistry was the first Dental Practice in the State of Colorado to be recognized by PACE (Partners For A Clean Environment) as an environmentally clean office, and was the paradigm for establishing industry specific criteria for environmental and sustainable practices.
Our Practice – Boulder Holistic Dentistry
Our practice was founded by Dr. Steve Koral in 1983. Dr. Steve Koral graduated from Harvard School of Dental Medicine in 1980, and relocated to Boulder, CO to open his practice.
Boulder Holistic Dentistry has been mercury free and mercury safe since it opened its doors in 1983. As an early pioneer in the field of Holistic Dentistry, Dr. Koral testified before the State Legislature and US congress regarding the safety of mercury filling and earned the right for dentists to elect to remove amalgam fillings. He was an integral part of researching and publishing the protocols for amalgam removal and bio compatible root canals, and has always been a leader in integrating holistic practices in dentistry while maintaining the highest standards that modern dentistry has to offer.
Dr. Andrea Mustian and Dr. Steve Koral, 2012
He was a longtime member and Fellow of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) and served as its President and Secretary. He was the editor of the Academy website, www.IAOMT.org, and was one of the most published members pertaining to all aspects of dentistry.
In 2011, Dr. Andrea Mustian, a longtime patient and mentee of Dr. Koral, joined the practice. Dr. Koral sadly passed away May of 2016. Dr. Mustian is strongly committed to preserving the principles and progressive thinking that built the practice over 40 years ago.
Boulder Holistic Dentistry Offers
Mercury free dentistry
We have been mercury free since our inception in 1983, and place direct composite (white) fillings. All of our composites have a track record of being among the most biocompatible, least toxic, and durable filling materials on the market. Read more
Metal-free wherever possible
Metals are much more allergenic than we typically give them credit for. Some metals, like nickel may cause an overt reaction, while other metals, most notoriously titanium, can lead to other more insidious manifestations like malaise and other vague varied symptoms. Read more
Safe mercury removal
We follow the SMART (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique) for all amalgam removal. Dr. Koral was instrumental in establishing the guidelines and developing and teaching the protocol. Read more
One appointment crowns
We have the newest technology in CAD/CAM fabricated crowns. The technology allows us to create extremely accurate, permanent, metal-free ceramic crowns in 2 hours. No temporary crowns needed. Read more
Digital X-rays
We have some of newest, most accurate, and low radiation sensors on the market, including Carestream RVG 6200 and Carestream 8100- 3D cone beam CT scan. Read more
Root canal treatment with laser, ozone, and calcium oxide
We use our 3D cone beam CT to give us a very detailed image of the root canal system, which cannot be visualized on traditional xray. We then take a multiple visit approach to ensure that our root canal is fully sterilized in the least toxic way. This includes cleansing with lasers and ozone treatments, rather than the traditional bleach. We seal calcium hydroxide in the tooth for 2 weeks, and conclude with a calcium oxide (endocal) permanent root filler or a formaldehyde-free rubber based sealer. Read more
Non-surgical, anti-infective periodontal treatment
Treatment options for periodontal disease range from the toothbrush to surgery. In our biologically oriented practice, we try to create conditions that arrest the disease process. It boils down to two strategies: 1. Reduce the bacterial load, by cleaning teeth and killing the germs 2. Making sure the body is well enough nourished to support the continual healing that must take place in the gum tissues. Read more
TMJ, Bruxism and Sleep Apnea
Dr. Mustian is certified in the Treatment of Bruxism and Sleep Medicine from the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Read more
Cosmetic dentistry and full mouth reconstruction
We offer ceramic veneers, bonded veneers, full mouth reconstruction, and custom milled abutments for esthetic implant restoration. Dr. Mustian is a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. Read more
Individualized biocompatibility testing
We offer:
- “Serum compatibility dental testing,” which involves testing blood serum for pre-existing antibodies to more than 140 metals and chemicals that can be found in dental materials
- Muscle testing, a chairside approach to determine compatibility
- Offer samples to test at home or with their other healthcare providers.
