Holistic Dental Association

11/02/2025

Looking to take your holistic hygiene department to a new level?

Attend the all-day workshop "Comprehensive Holistic Treatment of Periodontal Disease" at our 2026 HDA National Symposium on Thursday, April 9th.

Presented by Dr. Craig Zunka, DDS, FAGD, FASCD and Polly Hoverter, RDH

The workshop is intended for dentists, hygienists, assistants and even front office staff. We will cover diagnosis, treatment protocols, nutritional supplements and the system effects on the periodontal patient.

Dr. Zunka and Polly, RDH, have spent the last 30 years developing and perfecting a holistic periodontal program that gets real results. Their shared clinical experience and knowledge will reignite the passion you felt as a new graduate.

Objectives of the presentation:

How to design and grow a periodontal treatment plan that proves itself to you and your patients.
How to present a periodontal treatment plan to your patients.
Step-by-step instructions on the usage of a phase contrast microscope.
- How to incorporate it into your perio program.
- Learn what products to use based on varying bacteria present in the oral cavity to stop periodontal disease and allow healing to begin.
When, why, and how to phase out of active periodontal treatment and into maintenance without relapse.
Blood chemistry in connection with the healing of periodontal disease.
- Use of vitamins and minerals for healing (Vitamin D, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Enzymes).
- Cortisol – stress and healing.
Homeopathic remedies in periodontal treatment.

Learn more about Dr. Zunka and Polly at www.craigzunkadds.com

10/30/2025

New to Holistic Dentistry? Not sure where to start?

Start with this must-attend half-day workshop at our 2026 Holistic Dental Association Symposium in Las Vegas, Nevada!

Dr. Bernice Teplitsky DDS, NMD, FAGD, AIAOMT will be presenting "HOLISTIC DENTISTRY 101" on Thursday morning, April 9th!

What does it mean to practice Holistic Dentistry?

This half-day course introduces dentists and teams to the philosophy, patient expectations, and essential tools that define a holistic practice.
You’ll learn what patients are really asking for, how to integrate holistic approaches into daily care, and the key modalities every practice should understand. While mastery requires further study, this session provides a comprehensive overview, practical takeaways you can apply immediately, and a roadmap for future growth. Come ready to learn and explore. The insights you gain will transform the way you see dentistry — and the way your patients see you.

Objectives of the presentation:

Gain a deeper understanding of Holistic Dentistry and its multidisciplinary approach.
Recognize the many “branches” of Holistic Dentistry and how they interconnect.
Have a general understanding of each of these “branches” and confidently discuss them with patients.
Identify what holistic patients are seeking and how to address their concerns.
Understand the essential technologies, materials, and products required — and where to source them.
Determine practical next steps for integrating or expanding your journey in Holistic Dentistry.

Learn more about Dr. Teplitsky and her practice on her website: https://wrigleyvilledental.com

10/29/2025

Presenting a half-day workshop at our 2026 Symposium on Thursday, April 9th is Dr. James Kennedy, D.D.S.

Clinical Nutrition: Silver Bullets

This presentation will be informative for the experienced doctor and doctors new to nutrition.

The lecture will highlight key dietary, physiologic and nutritional principles that will guide the doctor in recommending nutritional supplements in their practice. The importance of basic dietary changes that need to be made first, before providing nutritional support for the patient. Digestion and absorption of food will be emphasized so the body can utilize the nutritional products recommended.

Physical signs and symptoms that correlate with nutritional deficiencies – asking the right questions will be covered. Testing for the correct products will be explained. These tests will include at home tests, blood chemistry evaluation and online ordering of tests. Applied Kinesiology testing will be demonstrated.

Objectives of the presentation:

Educating the doctor, hygienist or assistant to become more comfortable with asking patients questions about their diet and health symptoms. We often see patients more often than their P*P.
Understand how nutrition can complement the practice of dentistry and help improve outcomes. Knowing what supplements to recommend.
Being able to identify health issues and refer patients to the appropriate health care provider to help in treating their symptoms.
Provide information on where to obtain appropriate testing and provide quality nutritional products for your patients. All supplements are not the same.

10/28/2025

Added to our 2026 Holistic Dental Association Symposium in Las Vegas!

TRANSITIONS:
PASSING THE TORCH WITH STYLE AND GRACE
presented by - Paul Sletten

This seminar will provide you with new insights into the current dental marketplace and holistic dentistry’s place in it. Mr. Sletten will also talk about how to start a holistic practice and transition a more mature practice by adding an associate or preparing to sell your practice. He will also talk about how to put your own plan together for a bright future. The Sletten Group has done 6,000 dental practice transitions in North America and Australia. They have more experience working with holistic practices than anyone else in the country.

Paul strongly believes that the private practice model still has a bright future for those who build a great team, run the practice effectively, provide excellent whole health outcomes and build strong patient relationships. He will address the current dental market and how to effectively compete with Corporate Practices and DSO’s.

Whether you are adding an associate, selling or buying a practice, growing by acquisition, merging with another practice, or considering other changes that will impact you and your practice, it is critical to plan ahead to help prevent unwanted chaos and disruption to care and loss of investment.

Adding an Associate or a Partner to a practice is a very exciting and complex process that requires customized planning for maximum success. The end goal is to create a future Buyer. One of the most important aspects of this process is the “human” or behavioral aspect of bringing two or more dentists together in a professional relationship.

A team-based model for adding an Associate incorporates the behavioral and relationship factors that are key in ensuring a successful transition. This model also includes a formula for growing a buyer for your practice based on shared values and philosophies.

It is critically important to find another dentist to join you who shares your vision for your practice and embraces your philosophy of patient care. By this we mean someone who is open to new possibilities, understands the value of your practice and its history, and recognizes and agrees with the way you approach patient treatment. It also means finding someone who understands and appreciates the value of a quality team.

Paul will be presenting on Friday, April 10th!

09/24/2025

Looking for a Holistic Dentist?

We can help! Our website features a "Find a Holistic Dentist" link that helps you locate a holistic dentist wherever you are! Find information about the dentist, their practice, what treatments they offer and so much more.

Give it a try:

The Holistic Dental Association is pleased to offer visitors a searchable database of our membership.

09/03/2025

Interested in Homeopathy and want to learn more?

The 48th Annual National Dental Seminar in Homeopathy is coming up next month in Herndon, Virginia--with free shuttle service from Washington Dulles International Airport!

More information can be found at www.dentalhomeopathy.org

08/20/2025

Our 2026 Symposium is quickly shaping up to be the meeting you don't want to miss!

Check out the latest details here:

The Holistic Dental Association Thanks Our Exhibitors at the 2025 Meeting: Advanced PRF Education American College of Integrative Medicine & Dentistry Applied Integration Academy Broad Spectrum DETOX –Wellsong Energetics Campaign For Mercury Free Dentistry—Consumers for Dental Choice Carlson Tec...

04/06/2025

That’s a wrap on our 48th Annual Symposium!

A weekend filled with networking and learning!

Thank you to all our exhibitors, presenters and attendees for joining us.
We would love to see your photos from this weekend! Post them on social media, be sure to tag our page and use to share!

Stay tuned as we open registration for our 49th Annual Symposium! April 9-11, 2026 at the Tuscany Suites & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

04/04/2025

Day 1 of the 48th Annual Symposium is underway!

Yesterday was filled with workshops!

This morning our exhibitors are set up and welcoming our attendees to kick off a day full of exciting information and learning!

03/25/2025

Don't miss Dr. Sina Smith at the 48th Annual Holistic Dental Association Meeting!

$100 off registration when you mention this post!

Dentists! If you are interesting in setting yourself apart by using ear acupuncture and acupressure (ear seeds) in your practice, join me for a 4 hour workshop at the Dental Association Annual Meeting in Rosemont (Chicago) April 3, 2025. {Please tag or forward to a dentist who might be interested!

03/23/2025

Great News! The Hotel Deadline for Our 48th Annual Meeting has been EXTENDED until Monday, March 24th!

You don’t want to miss this years meeting!

What is Holistic Dentistry? Come learn with us.