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Top 3 Benefits of Green Dentistry

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If you are “going green” or trying to be eco-friendly, it means you care about the environment. Many industries across the nation are now adding more eco-minded practices and materials to their business, including the dental industry. In fact, a dental office that offers green dentistry can make significant strides towards protecting both the health of the planet as well as the health of its patients.

Simply put, green dentistry is an environmentally friendly method of providing dental care to patients. Green dental practices utilize advanced technology, materials and treatment techniques that are safe and beneficial for the environment and patient. This includes a wide range of efforts including digital x-rays, dry-air dental vacuums, air purification systems, metal-free fillings and much more.

By choosing an eco-friendly dental practice like Green Dental of Alexandria, you’ll notice that your dentist will do the following:

#1 Minimize or Eliminate Use of Disposable Products
Dentists who value green dentistry are careful to limit or exclude disposable dental products such as plastic pouches, plastic suction tips, latex gloves and other non-biodegradable materials that harm the environment over time. Instead, a green dentist may offer reusable or washable products for each patient as well as utilize eco-friendly disinfectants or steam sterilization between dental appointments to drastically reduce chemical vapors.

#2 Offer Digital Radiography and Other Green Dental Technologies
Advanced technology allows dentists to reduce the release of toxic substances like silver, lead and radiation during dental care. In fact, digital x-rays are the perfect “greener alternative” to traditional film x-rays to give patients a true peace of mind when it comes to safety.

#3 Restore Teeth with Metal-free and Biocompatible Materials
Eco-friendly dentistry also implements adhesive, metal-free teeth restoratives when using porcelain veneers or composite bonding and crowns. This eliminates the use of heavy metals like mercury (amalgam fillings) that can not only impact the main water supply as hazardous waste but also be a concern to patient health. A green dental practice will offer restorative materials that are free of harmful metals as well as biocompatible when possible.

Finding a Green Dentist in Virginia

If you live in the Alexandria area, you’ll be happy to know that Dr. Hye Y. Park is an eco-friendly dentist you can trust to provide comprehensive oral care for your entire family.  Call Green Dental of Alexandria today to learn more about our environmentally-conscious dental practices.

Posted on behalf of Dr. Hye Park, Green Dental of Alexandria

Green Dental of Alexandria – Alexandria Dentist
1725 Duke St, Suite GR03
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 549-1725

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Green Dental of Alexandria - Alexandria Dentist

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Jennifer B.

I just had my first appointment at Green Dental and I couldn't be happier with their service. I tend to be nervous when going to the dentist, but all of the staff were very welcoming and nice. The exam chair massages your back as you're getting your cleaning and there's a television on the ceiling to distract you from dental work. The cleaning and evaluation was very gentle. Thanks, Green Dental!

Stephen J.

Top shelf dental care. Convenient location via METRO/King Street Station. Patient's dental chair features back massage capability along with TV viewing (CNN). Dr. Hye Park is very smooth. Dental experience beyond compare. I actually enjoy going to the dentist now.

Caryl M.

Once again, even the cleaning was uneventful. Love being able to look outside while I'm in the chair. Dr. Park has the most gentle & tiny hands ! Love this place and the staff.

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