Beyond the Drill: Biological Dentistry with Dr. Toni Engram

In this episode, Dr. Toni Engram, a biological dentist and integrative health coach, shares how her autoimmune disease diagnosis reshaped her approach to dentistry. She introduces biological dentistry, which prioritizes whole-body health and oral disease prevention over symptom-focused treatment. Dr. Engram discusses techniques for healing cavities without drilling (if caught early), the potential health risks of root canals, and the importance of diet in maintaining oral and overall health. She also highlights concerns like mouth breathing in children, the limitations of sealants, and alternatives like ozone therapy. Emphasizing personalized care, she advocates for patient-specific dental approaches to address individual health needs.DR. TONI ENGRAM is a biological dentist, integrative health coach, and owner of Flourish Dental Boutique in Richardson, TX. After her own personal health struggles with an autoimmune disease, Dr. Engram shifted her practice philosophy to focus on whole-body health, and the prevention and safer treatment of oral disease. She has degrees from Texas Christian University and Baylor College of Dentistry. Dr. Engram is a member of the IAOMT (International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology) and the IABDM (International Academy for Biological Dentistry and Medicine). She is SMART certified in safe amalgam removal technique, accredited through the IAOMT, and is a TBI Ambassador through The Breathe Institute. She is also a certified Integrative Health Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Integrative Dentistry01:59 Dr. Toni's Personal Health Journey06:22 Philosophy of Biological Dentistry10:33 Innovative Dental Practices14:01 Understanding Root Canals19:22 Alternatives to Root Canals23:09 Family Oral Health Tips