Holistic & Biologic Dentistry

Bechtel Dentistry is a dedicated mercury-free facility offering mercury-safe removal services. That means that we do not place any mercury fillings and are certified to safely remove mercury fillings, utilizing a specific protocol, for patients throughout the Lansing area. I am certified in SMART (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique) from the IAOMT, International Academy of… READ MORE

Preventative Dental Care As a Lansing dentist and dental health coach, preventative care is one of the areas of dental health that I feel most strongly about. Practicing proper preventative care, both at home and by visiting the dentist, is essential for maintaining good oral health. Through regular care and maintenance, our Lansing dentist can… READ MORE

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a type of inflammatory Arthritis that is also an autoimmune disease.  Although the reasons why it occurs are not fully understood, the immune system is over reactive and attacks the body’s own synovial tissue throughout the entire body.  The synovium is a thin membrane that lines all of the joints in… READ MORE

One thing I think we pride ourselves on in our dental office is our focus on preventive care. The reality is that whether you go to a dentist or not is NOT going to be the primary indicator of whether or not you keep your teeth in your mouth the rest of your life. Now… READ MORE

My Gift To You I am going to give you a gift. I am going to tell you the secret to avoiding a lot of pain, expense, and minutes of your life sitting in a dental chair you will never get back. This article is going to focus more on the actual care techniques that… READ MORE

 The dreadful story of periodontal disease.  A little bit of plaque can lead to a little bit of gum disease.  A little bit of gum disease usually leads to a little bit more.  This is how gum disease progresses to losing teeth.  In some individuals this process can take months if really aggressive.  In most… READ MORE