Blodgett Dental Care

03/28/2026

My time at the IABDM (International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine) has been awesome! So great being with so many people living at a high vibrational energy! Thank you

03/28/2026

Congratulations to team BDC! Today they became the first officially certified Biological Dental Team in Oregon! Way to go!

03/26/2026

"I recently had a crown replaced by Dr. Blodgett. It had originally been placed by another dentist, and caused discomfort and pain in my mouth. Dr. Blodgett identified the source of the problem, corrected it and made a new crown while I waited. He's able to make the crown at his office using biocompatible materials. He asked for my feedback and made modifications on the spot to make it the perfect fit and look for my.." says Megan on Google

★★★★★ I recently had a crown replaced by Dr. Blodgett. It had originally been placed by another dentist, and caused discomfort and pain in my mouth. Dr. Blodgett identified the source of the problem, corrected it and made a new crown while I waited. He's able to make the crown at his offic...

03/25/2026

Toxic Tuesday: When energy flows, your state of health grows!
What if dentistry could measure how the mouth affects the entire body’s energy balance?
At Blodgett Dental Care, we use Acupuncture Meridian Assessment (AMA) as part of our biologically based approach to oral health. This technology is rooted in the pioneering work of Dr. Reinhart Voll, the German physician who developed Electro-acupuncture according to Voll (EAV). His work demonstrated that electrical measurements along acupuncture meridians can reveal disturbances in the body long before physical symptoms appear.
Each tooth sits on a specific acupuncture meridian that connects with organs, glands, joints, and other tissues throughout the body. When a tooth, dental material, or jawbone area is under stress, the meridian associated with that tooth may also show energetic imbalance.
Using AMA technology, our team can measure the energetic state of these meridians. Balanced readings often indicate healthy, resilient tissue, while abnormal readings can suggest stress, inflammation, toxicity, or interference within the system.
Physicians like Dr. Simon Yu of St. Louis have demonstrated how meridian-based testing can reveal hidden stressors affecting the body’s healing capacity. In dentistry, this insight can help us better understand how oral conditions may influence whole-body wellness.
For our team at Blodgett Dental Care, AMA is not a replacement for traditional diagnostics. Instead, it is a powerful additional layer of insight that helps us understand whether tissues are functioning in a healthy and balanced energetic state.
By integrating modern dentistry with meridian-based assessment, we can make more informed decisions about materials, treatment planning, and how to support the body’s natural healing potential.
Using AMA, our team helps patients move toward true whole-body health. Ping us on our website or call us today for the best in Biological Dentistry.
Blodgett Dental Care – Human Beings Helping Human Beings

03/24/2026

Toxic Tuesday: Are patients able to heal after tooth extraction?
When a tooth becomes chronically infected the problem rarely ends with the tooth itself. Infection extends beyond the roots into the surrounding jawbone where the immune system and inflammatory process is triggered. In conventional dentistry, a tooth is typically extracted and the site attempts to heal. But when the infected bone is not thoroughly cleaned and biologically balanced, the bone struggles to regenerate.
Why? Bone is living tissue. When bacteria, inflammatory toxins, and necrotic bone remain in the extraction site, the bone cannot heal. Over time this can lead to what has historically been referred to as Jawbone Cavitations, and more recently referred to as “Covered Socket Residuums” (CSRs).
Scientific research has demonstrated that chronic dental infections can influence surrounding bone metabolism and inflammatory signaling. For example, studies have shown that infected dental tissues can stimulate inflammatory cytokines and disrupt normal bone healing processes (Lechner & von Baehr, Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry, 2015; PMID: 40076479). Research has also demonstrated that oral pathogens and their inflammatory byproducts can alter bone remodeling and immune responses within the jaw (Hajishengallis, Nature Reviews Immunology, 2015; PMID: 25534621).
This is why biological dentistry emphasizes careful debridement of infected bone and attention to energetic balance within the area following extraction. Techniques such as Acupuncture Meridian Assessment help clinicians evaluate whether the site has returned to a balanced state that supports healing.
True healing requires more than simply removing a tooth. The bone itself must be healthy in order for it to heal well.
To ensure your infected teeth are not only removed well, but that you can health effectively, call our office today. We are committed to your best healing.
Blodgett Dental Care – Human Beings Helping Human Beings.

03/18/2026

Wellness Wednesday – YOU are the master of your own health destiny!

Your health is not something that happens to you. It is something in which you participate.

Too often in healthcare we hear statements like: “You need this procedure.” “You need this treatment.” “You need to do this.”

But the truth is much more human than that.

No doctor can truly tell you what you need. Healthcare decisions are never purely mechanical, they are personal. They involve your goals, values, beliefs, timelines, finances, emotions, and readiness for change.

In my book Feel Whole Again – Your Humanistic Guide to Healthcare, I explain that true healing happens when patients recognize the incredible power they already possess. Your language, thoughts, feelings, and emotions all play an important role in the healing process. The way you understand your health story shapes the choices you make and the outcomes you experience.

At Blodgett Dental Care, we practice what we call Humanistic Dentistry. Instead of telling patients what they “need,” we work together to explore options and determine the path that aligns best with your life and your vision of health. No dogma. No pressure. Just thoughtful, collaborative care.

Because the truth is simple: You are empowered over your health. And you always have a choice in the care you receive.

That philosophy is why Blodgett Dental Care has become the world leader in Humanistic Dentistry. To experience this entirely unique approach to care, ping us through our website or call us today to reserve your New Patient Experience!

Blodgett Dental Care – Human Beings Helping Human Beings

03/18/2026

"My path to finding Blodgett Dental Care was nothing short of what I’d describe as divine intervention. I had a dream that warned me about a root canaled tooth from 7 years ago, that it was going to make me sick and I couldn’t ignore it. Days later, I discovered the episode “Is your root canal making you sick?” On the Culture Apothecary podcast and it changed my life — sending me down a path of discovery and healing.

The.." says Julia on Google

★★★★★ My path to finding Blodgett Dental Care was nothing short of what I’d describe as divine intervention. I had a dream that warned me about a root canaled tooth from 7 years ago, that it was going to make me sick and I couldn’t ignore it. Days later, I discovered the episode “Is ...

03/17/2026

Toxic Tuesday: The overuse of the word “NEED” in healthcare

Have you ever noticed how often the word “need” gets used in healthcare? “You need this treatment.” “You need this supplement.” “You need this procedure.” In my opinion, these are inappropriate uses of the word “need”. In truth, The only real, non-negotiable needs for human health are air, water, food, shelter, and sleep.

The word need can sound authoritative and convincing. But the truth is that in most situations, healthcare decisions are far more nuanced than that.

Good healthcare should never be about pressure or authority. It should be about understanding, education, and collaboration.

At Blodgett Dental Care, we take a different approach. Rather than telling patients what they “need,” we begin with something far more important: you!

We start by understanding each patient’s goals, values, timelines, and budget. Some people want the most comprehensive solution possible. Others want a phased approach over time. Some want the most biologically compatible options available. There is rarely just one path forward.

In my book Feel Whole Again – Your Humanistic Guide to Healthcare, I explain that true healing happens when patients are empowered participants in their care, not passive recipients of instructions.

The best healthcare decisions happen when doctor and patient work together, exploring options and choosing the path that aligns with the patient’s life.

Because the truth is simple: You always have a choice.

For a dental experience that respects your autonomy, goals, and values, ping us through our website or call us today. We are ready to help you see dentistry in a positive light!

Blodgett Dental Care – Human Beings Helping Human Beings

03/11/2026

Wellness Wednesday: Why Metal-Free Dentistry Matters
The materials placed in your mouth matter more than most people realize. Dental restorations remain in close contact with oral tissues, saliva, and the bloodstream for many years, so it is important that these materials are biocompatible, stable, and non-toxic.
Biocompatibility means a material can function in the body without causing harmful biological reactions such as inflammation, allergic responses, or toxicity. Modern dentistry increasingly uses metal-free materials designed to work harmoniously with the body.
For example, composite resin fillings are widely used tooth-colored restorations. Research evaluating resin-based dental materials shows that properly polymerized composites can demonstrate good clinical performance and acceptable biological compatibility with oral tissues. (PMID: 23372592)
Ceramic crowns are another common metal-free option. They are widely used in restorative dentistry because of their high strength, chemical stability, and strong biocompatibility with surrounding gum tissue. (PMID: 12626277)
For replacing missing teeth, ceramic (zirconia) dental implants are gaining attention as a metal-free alternative. Clinical research shows promising survival rates and favorable bone response with zirconia implants in long-term evaluations. (PMID: 38135804)
Choosing biocompatible materials can help reduce unnecessary chemical exposure while supporting the health of the surrounding tissues. The goal of modern dentistry is not only to restore teeth, but to do so in a way that respects the biology of the body and supports whole-body wellness.
Your mouth is connected to the rest of your body. The materials placed there should support your health, not challenge it. For the highest level of biological dentistry, call or email our practice today!

03/10/2026

Toxic Tuesday: Oral Galvanism — Is Your Mouth Acting Like a Battery?

Did you know your mouth can actually behave like a small electrical battery?

This phenomenon is called oral galvanism, and it can occur when different metals are present in the mouth at the same time. Common examples include mercury amalgam (“silver”) fillings, gold crowns, metal bridges, or metal-containing implants.

Here’s how it works:
Saliva acts as an electrolyte, similar to the liquid inside a battery. When two different metals are placed in this environment, they can create a galvanic current — a small electrical flow between the metals. Studies show that mercury amalgam fillings can create the highest amount of current when paired with other metals in the mouth (PMID: 38132818).

In some cases, people can actually feel this electrical effect.

Reported symptoms may include:
• Metallic taste in the mouth
• Burning or tingling sensation on the tongue
• Increased corrosion of dental metals
• Release of metal ions into surrounding tissues

While not everyone experiences noticeable symptoms, research has shown that mixed metals in the mouth can generate measurable electrical currents. Over time, these currents may accelerate the breakdown of dental materials and increase exposure to metal particles and ions.

This is one reason many biological and functional dentists prefer metal-free dentistry whenever possible — choosing materials that are more biocompatible and electrically neutral.

Your mouth should support healing and balance, not function like a battery.

If you have multiple types of dental metals and have wondered whether they could be interacting, reach out to our team to learn how we may help you return to a state of energetic balance.

Blodgett Dental Care – Human Beings Helping Human Beings

03/08/2026

Join Dr. Kelly Blodgett at the IABDM Biohacking Conference this year!
📅 March 26–28
📍 IABDM Biohacking Conference
Dr. Blodgett will be speaking Thursday morning about simplifying the ceramic implant process and sharing insights on biological dentistry and advanced implant solutions.
His entire team will be there, and they’re excited to connect with colleagues, practitioners, and anyone interested in the future of biological dentistry.
If you’re attending, be sure to say hello—we hope to see you there!

03/04/2026

Wellness Wednesday – Ceramic Implant Milestone!
I am honored to share that my newest article has just been published in Dentistry Today, one of the most widely read clinical journals in our profession. The article, “Zirconia Implant Integration in the U.S. Clinical Practice: Six-Month Real Clinical Evidence,” highlights an exciting shift occurring in modern implant dentistry.
For decades, titanium implants have been considered the standard option for replacing missing teeth. While they can function well mechanically, many patients and clinicians are now asking a deeper question: Is this material truly the most biologically compatible option for the human body?
Ceramic implants made from zirconia are providing a compelling answer.
Unlike metal implants, zirconia ceramic implants are metal-free, highly biocompatible, and resistant to corrosion. They integrate beautifully with bone and support healthy gum tissue without the inflammatory responses sometimes observed around metallic implants. In clinical practice, we are seeing strong bone attachment, excellent soft tissue health, and highly aesthetic results.
The article I recently published shares real clinical observations from United States practices showing how zirconia implants are integrating predictably and successfully in everyday dentistry. This growing body of evidence reflects what many biological and functional dentists have been observing for years: patients often thrive when dentistry aligns more closely with human biology.
The future of implant dentistry is evolving. Patients today are increasingly looking for solutions that not only replace teeth but also support long-term health.
Ceramic implants are proving that it is possible to achieve both.
If you are curious about the science behind this shift, I invite you to explore the article and learn more about how we at BDC are redefining healthy tooth replacement. For a PDF copy of the article, send us a DM!