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Functional and Wellness Dentistry
A Healthy Mouth Reflects a Healthy Body

Dr. Ramsay takes a full-body approach to oral care, focusing on your overall health and well-being.

Functional and Wellness Dentistry | Dentist

Functional and Wellness Dentistry

At Preston Ridge Dental, Dr. Ramsay takes a holistic, functional approach to dentistry that preserves natural tooth structure and supports the patient’s overall health and well-being. 

What Is Functional and Wellness Dentistry?

Some of the holistic dental services she offers are:

  • Oral DNA Testing — A simple, non-invasive saliva test that identifies harmful bacteria and genetic markers. The results allow Dr. Ramsay to personalize treatment for conditions like gum disease and to identify patients at higher risk of developing oral cancer.
  • Ozone Therapy — A minimally invasive treatment that uses oxygen to eliminate harmful oral bacteria and viruses.
  • Laser Dentistry — A more comfortable way to remove diseased tissue during gum disease treatment that eliminates the need for surgery and speeds healing.
  • Biocompatibility Testing — Dr. Ramsay tests the dental materials she uses before treatment to ensure patients won’t have allergic reactions to their restorations.
  • SMART (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique) Amalgam Removal — Dr. Ramsay follows SMART protocols when removing old amalgam fillings to protect the patient, her team, and herself.
  • Minimally Invasive Restorations — Using the most conservative techniques, Dr. Ramsay aims to preserve as much of your natural tooth structure as possible when placing a restoration.

Our functional dental services help you achieve and maintain your healthiest smile while protecting your overall well-being, because we understand that excellent oral health is essential to maintaining a healthy body.

What Are the Benefits of Functional and Wellness Dentistry?

Integrating functional dental services with our general dentistry offers several advantages that our patients appreciate.
Whole-Body Wellness
We acknowledge the mouth-body connection, understanding that a healthy mouth reflects a healthy body.
Minimally Invasive
Dr. Ramsay’s approach is to provide the most conservative treatment possible, helping preserve natural tooth structure.
Focus on Root Causes
Rather than just treating cavities, functional dentistry focuses on identifying underlying causes, such as nutritional and oral DNA factors.
Biocompatible Materials
Dr. Ramsay opts for the safest materials possible, avoiding hard metals like mercury-based amalgam fillings.
Collaborative Care
Taking a full-body approach, Dr. Ramsay is happy to coordinate care with your other physicians when necessary to ensure you get the complete treatment you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ozone therapy is a gentle, natural treatment that uses a form of oxygen to help eliminate harmful bacteria, viruses, and fungi in the mouth. Dr. Ramsay incorporates ozone therapy as part of her functional and holistic approach to dentistry, which focuses on supporting your body's natural healing abilities while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible.

Understanding Ozone Therapy

Ozone is made of three oxygen atoms and can be applied as a gas, mixed into water, or infused into oil. Because it's minimally invasive and doesn't rely on harsh chemicals, it can be a helpful addition to many treatments, including:

  • Treating early-stage tooth decay, which may help avoid or reduce the need for drilling.
  • Supporting gum health by targeting bacteria below the gumline during periodontal care.
  • Disinfecting root canals and other hard-to-reach areas of the tooth.
  • Promoting faster, more comfortable healing after extractions or oral surgery.
  • Reducing tooth sensitivity by strengthening and protecting exposed areas.
  • Soothing canker sores and other irritated soft tissues in the mouth.

Would You Like to Learn More?

When a trained dental professional uses it, ozone therapy is comfortable and quick, and most patients barely notice it during their visit. Dr. Ramsay will determine whether it's a good fit for your needs and explain how it can complement your overall treatment plan.

If you'd like to learn more about ozone therapy in Frisco or explore other holistic options for your smile, contact our friendly team at (972) 668-7118 to schedule a visit!

How Do Functional and General Dentistry Integrate?

Our functional dental services integrate well with our standard dental services to deliver the best treatment results.   

For example, we might pair ozone therapy with gum-health support during periodontal treatment or use it to accelerate healing after oral surgery. Oral DNA testing enables more comprehensive, whole-body treatment planning.

If you’d like to learn more about our functional wellness approach to dentistry, we invite you to contact our team at (972) 668-7118 for more information or to schedule an appointment at our Frisco dental office.

  • Dr. Kirstin Ramsay

    Dr. Kirstin Ramsay

    Dentist & Practice Owner

    Dr. Kirstin Ramsay is the owner and dentist at Preston Ridge Dental, where she combines her passion for beautiful smiles with a whole-body approach to health. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Baylor College of Dentistry and completed a two-year General Practice Residency at Louisiana State University. With more than two decades of dental experience, Dr. Ramsay purchased Preston Ridge Dental in 2013 and has built a practice rooted in clinical excellence and patient wellness ever since.

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Functional and Wellness Dentistry Technology

Dental Microscopes

Dental Microscopes

Dental microscopes allow Dr. Ramsay to see your teeth in remarkable detail. With powerful magnification and bright, focused lighting, she can identify tiny cracks, early decay, and other concerns that might be missed by the naked eye.

This enhanced visibility enables exceptionally precise, minimally invasive treatment, so we remove only what's necessary and preserve as much healthy tooth structure as possible. It's one more way Preston Ridge Dental delivers conservative, functional care that supports long-term health and keeps your smile strong in Frisco, TX.

Testimonial

She truly cares and wants the best for her patients!

I was welcomed professionally and warmly and was seen promptly. Dr. Ramsay and Rhonda were thorough with their questions and examinations. Dr. Ramsay provided helpful information about health and wellness. She truly cares and wants the best for her patients!

-Charlotte M.

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