Mercury-Free (Amalgam-Free), Mercury-Safe, Holistic, Cosmetic and Family Dentistry
Dr. Al Fallah's "Mercury Safe Dentist" office is located in Carlsbad, CA, 92008. He is mercury free (amalgam/silver filling 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!"
Safe Mercury Amalgam/Silver Filling Removal Protocols
As your Oral Health Doctor, Dr. Fallah is aware that mercury vapor, dental infections, and TMJ (bite) problems can have a negative impact on oral and overall health. Because of these concerns, 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 prominent biological and holistic dental organizations such as the International Association of Mercury Safe Dentists (IAMSD). For more information about why we use safe removal protocols and an explanation of what they are, Click Here.
SMART Certified
The IAOMT has developed rigorous standards for safely removing mercury amalgam dental fillings by reducing the unnecessary and excessive exposure to mercury released from these fillings. The IAOMT's recommendations are known as the Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique (SMART).
At this time, Dr. Dr. Fallah is one of a small number of IAOMT members who qualifies as a SMART Certified IAOMT dentist. With the SMART designation you can be confident that he is fully qualified to safely remove mercury amalgam (silver) fillings.
Holistic Dentistry
Holistic/Biological Dentistry is a philosophy that recognizes that the teeth and associated oral structures are a part of the whole body. Because of this important relationship, we offer a wide range of treatment options. Dr. Fallah also takes a unique Whole Body approach to oral health care; combining sound dental science, modern technology, and years of experience with a deep concern for his patients' physical health and emotional well-being and comfort.
Whole Body Dental Philosophy
This Whole Body philosophy stresses the use of 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 - Patient First approach to holistic dentistry means that he treats the teeth, jaw, and related oral structures, with specific regard to how that treatment will affect the entire body.
Continuing Education
Dr. Fallah 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.
Treatments and Services
Our office also uses the latest in dental equipment and technology in order to provide the patient with healthy treatment options and services, including:
- Digital X-Rays
- Preventive Dental Treatment and Education
- Periodontal (Gum) Treatment
- Safe Amalgam Filling Removal
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Mercury Free Fillings
- Mercury & Metal Free Restorations
- Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry
- Smile Makeovers
- Tooth Whitening
- Full & Partial Dentures
- Zirconia Implant Placement & Maintenance
- Full-Mouth Reconstruction
- TMJ Diagnosis & Treatment
- Snoring and Sleep Disorders
- Biocompatible Dental Material Testing
- Oral Surgery
- Family Dentistry
- Invisalign - Hidden Braces
- Neuromuscular Orthodontics
- Licensed in IV Sedation
- Platelet Rich Fibrin: Platelets from the Patients own Blood to Expedite Healing after Oral Surgery
- Sealants
- Mouth Guards & Night Guards
Oxygen Ozone Therapy
Dr. Fallah also offers Ozone Therapy. It has shown to be effective in helping to treat patients with tooth decay, periodontal disease, extractions, and jaw bone infections.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our office also specializes in state of the art restorative and cosmetic dentistry to correct, restore or enhance your smile to fit your own unique facial form. Our goal is to integrate esthetics as part of total dental and overall health while creating an overall pleasing and natural facial appearance.
Dr. Fallah can create the smile of your dreams - just imagine yourself with a beautiful, new, natural looking smile! Please Click Here to visit our Smile Gallery!
Associations & Organizations
He is associated with a number of prestigious dental organizations, including:
- International Association of Mercury Safe Dentists (IAMSD)
- Fellow of International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics (FICCO)
- Graduate of Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI)
- Graduate of the Prestigious Residency Program in Contemporary Aesthetic Dentistry
- Graduate of Straight Wire Orthodontics
- Advanced Level Orthodontics, Neuromuscular Orthodontics
- Graduate of Chirodontics Program (Completed Training in Chirodontics 1, Chirodontics Structural Techniques, Chirodontics Nutritional Techniques)
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- West San Diego Dental Society
- California Dental Association
- Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation
About Dr. Fallah
Dr. Fallah has devoted his dental career to practicing healthy, holistic, non-invasive, biocompatible dentistry. He is also a proponent of making the dental office occupationally safe as possible regarding mercury and he strives to protect the patient, the staff, and the environment from excessive and unnecessary exposure to mercury at the dental office.
Dr. Fallah integrates a holistic, innovative approach into his state-of-the-art dentistry practice, and specializes in changing the lives of his patients through the skillful, appearance-enhancing cosmetic rejuvenation of their smiles.
After receiving a Bachelor of Science degree cum laude in biochemistry from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), Dr. Fallah graduated in 1987 from UCLA Dental School (University of California, Los Angeles), where he scored in the top 6 percent of the nation on his National Board Examinations. Dr. Fallah is also a graduate of the acclaimed residency program in Contemporary Cosmetic Dentistry in Los Angeles. At the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, Dr. Fallah learned professional cosmetic procedures from leading authorities. He is certified in using the Invisalign system of invisible braces for orthodontic treatment.
Click Here to visit Dr. Fallah's informative blog.
Our Staff
Our fantastic staff is made up of highly-trained, dedicated, caring and motivated professionals who work together as a unique team to bring you the highest quality holistic dental treatment in a healthy, caring, and supportive setting.
We would be honored to add you to our list of satisfied patients and encourage you to visit Our Office 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 all of your dental needs. Click Here to see testimonials from many of our satisfied patients!
Patient Education
Our dental practice is dedicated to patient education. As a member of Dr. Tom McGuire's International Association of Mercury Safe Dentists (IAMSD) we work closely with him to support our goal of providing important information to our patients about numerous oral health that can affect overall health, including issues related to mercury amalgam (silver) fillings. Click on the appropriate link to access important information about these topics.
- Frequently Asked Questions & Oral Health Topics
- Mercury Safe: Why Dentists are Mercury Safe & Mercury Free
- Mercury Free & Mercury Safe: What's the Difference
- Mercury Risk Evaluation
- Referenced & Abstracted Articles about Mercury (Dr. McGuire has kindly allowed us access to his database of referenced and abstracted scientific articles on numerous mercury related topics. It is the largest of its kind and is a wealth of information for those interested in the subject.)
NEW! Dr. McGuire's new Video, Mercury: The Poison in Your Teeth conclusively proves that not only do amalgam fillings release toxic mercury vapor - but that the common act of brushing just one amalgam filling - will release more mercury than allowed by governmental regulatory agencies at the workplace. Click Here to watch this amazing video demonstration - and don’t forget to tell your friends and family!
A Personal Note from Dr. Tom
Dr. Fallah belongs to a number of highly regarded dental organizations, including the my Mercury Safe Dentist Association (IAMSD). 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 know Dr. Fallah personally and have spoken with him many times about his philosophy of healthy, mercury safe dentistry. I agree with it and consider him to be a caring, highly trained, skilled and experienced 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. Fallah is a charter member of my mercury safe 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!