Herbert Mills DDS

Herbert Mills Dentistry

275 N. Highway 16

Suite 204B

Denver, NC  28037 • 704-483-9797

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Mercury Free, Mercury Safe, Holistic, Esthetic and Family Dentistry

Dr. Herb Mills' office is mercury free and mercury safe and he is dedicated to the practice of healthy dentistry.  His goal is to treat his patients in the most healthy, caring, holistic way possible and to share information about dental wellness with his patients so that they may make educated decisions about their oral health. He fully understands the important relationship of oral to overall health and realizes that; "You cannot be truly healthy without good oral health!"

As your Oral Health Doctor, Dr. Mills is aware that mercury vapor and dental infections can have a negative impact on overall health. Because of this concern, we focus on patient education and strive to remove mercury amalgam (silver) fillings in a safe way.  For information about why it's important to use a mercury safe dentist, Click Here.

To accomplish this, we utilize removal protocols based on recommendations of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) and other prominent biological and holistic dental organizations.  For more information about why we use safe removal protocols and an explanation of what they are, Click Here.

Holistic dentistry is a philosophy that recognizes that the teeth and associated structures are a part of the whole body. Because of this important relationship, we offer a wide range of healthy treatment options. Dr. Mills also takes a unique Whole Body approach to oral health care; combining sound dental science and technical experience with a deep concern for his patients' emotional well-being and comfort.  He practices Minimally Invasive Dentistry, a new way of treating tooth decay that attempts to preservice as much of the original tooth as possible.  It involves much less drilling of the teeth and keeps the outside of the tooth as natural looking as possible.

This Whole Body philosophy stresses the use of safe biocompatible dental materials whenever possible. He also works closely with highly qualified health professionals to assist him in his efforts to return the patient to optimal oral and overall health. His Health-Focused approach to dentistry means that he treats the teeth, jaw, and related oral structures, with specific regard to how that treatment will affect the entire body.

Dr. Mills believes that continuing education is a powerful tool that allows him to give you and your family the best, state-of-the-art dental care. Each year he takes many hours of continuing education courses in holistic and traditional dentistry in order to provide his patients with the most advanced dental care possible.

Our office also uses the latest in dental equipment, technology and innovative therapy in order to provide the patient with healthy treatment options and services, including:

  • Digital X-Rays
  • Panoramix X-Rays
  • Preventive Dental Treatment and Education
  • Periodontal (Gum) Treatment
  • DIAGNOdent: Early Cavity Detection
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Mercury & Metal Free Restorations
  • Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Smile Makeovers
  • Tooth Whitening
  • Full & Partial Dentures
  • Implant Placement & Maintenance
  • Full-Mouth Reconstruction
  • TMJ Diagnosis & Treatment 
  • Biocompatible Dental Material Testing
  • Family Dentistry

Dr. Mills received his DDS degree from Ohio State Univeristy College of Dentistry, focusing in preventive, cosmetic, minimally invasive and rehabilitative dentistry. He has studied with the Pankey Institute and the Dawson Institute of Advanced Dentistry.

Dr. Mills is associated with a number of prestigious dental organizations, including:

  • International Association of Mercury Free Dentists (IAMFD)
  • International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT)
  • American Dental Association (ADA)

Our staff is made up of highly-trained, caring and motivated professionals who work together as a team to bring you the highest quality holistic and minimally invasive dental treatment in a healthy, warm and supportive setting.

We would be honored to add you to our list of satisfied patients and encourage you to visit Our Website, to learn more about our office and the many services and treatments we offer. We want to thank you for considering our office for your dental needs.

A Personal Note from Dr. Tom

Dr. Mills belongs to a number of highly regarded dental organizations, including the International Academy of Oral Medicine and my Mercury Safe Association. These organizations encourage taking a integrative, whole-body approach to dental treatment and promotes patient education. His approach to healthy dentistry includes the understanding that you cannot be healthy without good oral health and he takes this into consideration when planning his patients dental treatment.

I consider Dr. Mills to be a caring, highly trained, skilled and experienced mercury safe and cosmetic dentist. His commitment to quality dentistry, his ongoing dedication to continuing education, and his concern for his patients' health and well being, makes him ideally suited to safely remove and replace mercury amalgam fillings.

Dr. Mills is a charter member of my mercury free dentist association and I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a mercury free and compassionate dentist. I recommend visiting his website to learn more about his whole-body approach to dentistry. When you visit his office, please let him know where you found out about him and say hello to him from me. Thanks!