Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA
Do standard dental visits leave you feeling anxious, unwell, or triggered? If you have chemical sensitivities, chronic illness, autoimmune conditions, or a history of negative dental experiences, you need a dental approach that prioritizes your safety, comfort, and overall health.
At Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry in Scotts Valley, CA, we specialize in providing personalized, biocompatible dental care for sensitive patients. In this blog, we’ll guide you through what it means to receive dental care tailored to your unique needs—and how we ensure a safe, stress-free experience.
Understanding Sensitivity in Dentistry
Being a sensitive patient goes beyond fear or anxiety.
Many people experience physiological reactions to traditional dental materials, fragrances, or procedures, especially those living with:
- Multiple chemical sensitivities (MCS)
- Autoimmune conditions
- Chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia
- Neurological conditions
- Allergies to metals, adhesives, or latex
- Histamine intolerance
- Environmental illnesses or mold exposure
- Following the reCODE Protocol for brain health
These individuals require a thoughtful, customized approach to prevent triggers and promote overall wellness.
Our Philosophy: Whole-Body, Personalized Dentistry
We believe your dental care should support your total health, not compromise it.
That’s why we offer:
- Low-toxin protocols and non-reactive materials
- Scent-free or fragrance-minimized treatment areas
- Custom treatment plans based on health history and testing
- Safe removal of old dental work using SMART protocols
- Collaboration with functional medicine and reCODE providers
Every appointment is tailored to your sensitivities, preferences, and wellness goals, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Biocompatible Materials: A Safer Foundation
Sensitive patients often react to standard dental materials.
Our biocompatible dentistry prioritizes:
- BPA-free composite resins
- Non-metal restorations, such as zirconia crowns
- Latex-free gloves and dental dams
- Low-reactivity bonding agents
- Advanced material testing to identify safe options
We review and test materials in advance, so you can feel confident about what’s used in your mouth.
Safe Removal of Old Dental Work
For patients with mercury amalgams, metal crowns, or old root canals, safe removal is key.
Our protocol includes:
- SMART removal techniques (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique)
- High-volume suction and air filtration
- Protective barriers and oxygen support when needed
- Post-removal detox guidance
- Replacement with biocompatible, non-reactive materials
This approach helps minimize inflammation, toxicity, and systemic stress.
Addressing Airway and Nervous System Sensitivities
Many sensitive patients also experience airway or TMJ challenges, leading to:
- Mouth breathing and low oxygen levels
- Clenching or grinding
- Jaw tension and TMJ dysfunction
- Tooth wear from unconscious habits
- Postural strain in the neck and head
Our airway-focused dentistry and trauma-informed approach help patients feel safe, supported, and in control throughout their visit.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Your visit is designed around comfort, safety, and personalization:
- Comprehensive intake reviewing medical history, sensitivities, and concerns
- Longer or quieter appointment options
- Minimal or no scent products in your treatment room
- Custom material selection and advanced biocompatibility testing
- Respect for boundaries, pace, and preferences
- Coordination with your existing health providers, including functional medicine or reCODE practitioners
You’re treated as a whole person, not just a dental chart.
Who Benefits Most from This Approach
Our sensitive-patient protocols are ideal if you:
- Have had adverse reactions to dental work or medications
- Are reactive to metals, adhesives, or scents
- Live with autoimmune, neurological, or chronic conditions
- Follow the reCODE Protocol for brain health
- Struggle with dental anxiety, PTSD, or past trauma
- Have difficulty finding providers who take your symptoms seriously
Personalized Dental Care That Supports Total Health
At Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry, we believe dental sensitivity is not something to endure—it’s something to be respected and safely managed. Our approach combines science, compassion, and biocompatible materials to ensure your dental care promotes health, comfort, and well-being.
Call Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry in Scotts Valley, CA at (831) 438-4411 or schedule a consultation online to experience safe, personalized dental care designed just for you.
