Holistic Dentist in Los Angeles, CA

A holistic dentist — also called a biological dentist — takes a whole-body approach to oral health. Instead of treating teeth and gums as isolated structures, a holistic dentist considers how dental materials, procedures, and oral conditions affect the entire body.

In practical terms, that means choosing biocompatible materials (no mercury amalgam, no BPA resins), practicing mercury-safe removal using IAOMT SMART protocol, offering fluoride-free hygiene, and screening for systemic connections like sleep apnea and cardiovascular risk indicators.

Dr. Maryet Nikkie Babrood, DDS, FICD at Rite Dentist in Valley Village is one of the few dentists in the Los Angeles area who meets all of these standards and holds active IAOMT membership. Patients from across Los Angeles — from Hollywood to the San Fernando Valley — travel to her practice specifically for this level of care.

IAOMT SMART certification is rare. The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology requires specific training, equipment, and protocol compliance to grant SMART certification — it is not a membership benefit, but an earned credential for safe mercury amalgam removal.

While we cannot speak to every practice in Los Angeles County, SMART-certified dentists are uncommon. Most dentists who say they are “mercury-free” simply do not place new amalgam — a meaningful but different standard. Dr. Babrood holds active IAOMT membership and SMART certification, which means she is trained and equipped to remove existing mercury fillings safely, according to the most protective protocol available. For patients who have existing amalgam and are concerned about safe removal, that distinction matters considerably.

Rite Dentist is located at 12520 Magnolia Blvd, Suite 205 in Valley Village, CA 91607 — centrally situated in the San Fernando Valley with convenient access to the 101 and 170 freeways. Patients regularly travel from:

Valley Village · Studio City · Sherman Oaks · North Hollywood · Burbank · Encino · West Hollywood · Beverly Hills · Glendale · Hollywood · Van Nuys · Toluca Lake · Tarzana · Woodland Hills · Calabasas · Los Feliz · Silver Lake · Culver City · Westwood · and throughout greater Los Angeles.

If you are looking for a holistic dentist near Los Angeles and willing to travel for genuinely biological care, Rite Dentist is worth the drive.

Biological dental materials — zirconia, ceramic, BPA-free composites — can carry higher material costs than conventional alternatives. However, Rite Dentist is committed to transparent, accessible pricing.

We accept most major dental insurance plans and are in-network with several carriers. For patients without insurance, our RitePlan in-house membership covers preventive care and reduces treatment costs significantly. New patients can also take advantage of our $250 new patient special, which includes an exam, X-rays, and cleaning.

We will always give you a clear treatment plan and cost estimate before any procedure. Holistic dentistry at Rite Dentist is not a luxury tier — it is the standard of care, made as accessible as possible.

This is one of the most important distinctions in biological dentistry, and it is frequently misunderstood.

Mercury-free means the dentist does not place new amalgam fillings. This is a worthwhile standard, but it says nothing about what happens when an existing amalgam filling is removed. Conventional amalgam removal releases significant mercury vapor — the removal process is often more hazardous than the filling itself.

Mercury-safe (specifically, IAOMT SMART certified) means the dentist follows a comprehensive protocol to minimize mercury exposure during amalgam removal. SMART uses rubber dams, sectioning techniques, high-volume evacuation, supplemental air filtration, protective coverings for patients and staff, and specific post-procedure protocols.

Dr. Babrood is both mercury-free and mercury-safe. She does not place amalgam, and she removes existing amalgam using the full IAOMT SMART protocol. For Los Angeles patients who have older mercury fillings and want them removed safely, that combination — on a dentist who is also FICD-credentialed and biologically trained — is exceptionally rare.