Ep. 13 Biological Dentistry With Dr. Kelly Blodgett

Dr. Blodgett is a native Oregonian who attended grade school through high school in Southwest Portland. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Oregon and completed his pre-doctoral sciences at Portland State University. Dr. Blodgett attended the OHSU School of Dentistry and graduated in June of 1999 where he earned the “Going the Extra Mile” award from his own classmates.

Throughout his career, he’s become a recognized leader in minimally-invasive dentistry, dental lasers, computerized dental technology, and holistic care.

He has been featured in numerous dental journals, on television, and in magazines for the innovative care he provides. He is truly a modern pioneer in progressive dental care.

Dr. Blodgett and his wife, Julie, have been married since 1994 and have two beautiful daughters: Sara, born in 2002, and Megan, born in 2005. They reside in Southwest Portland, just up the hill from his high school alma mater, Wilson High School.

In This Episode:

• What is biological/holistic dentistry and how is it different from traditional dentistry?
• How is biological dentistry different from traditional dentistry?
• Understanding how chronic infection from "normal" dental treatments such as root canals and wisdom teeth extractions can lead to chronic systemic disease
• The many ways in which the body's energy can be disrupted due to oral health issues
• Clinical examples of full-body healing from restoring dental health
• Holistic healing modalities of biological dentistry that Dr. Blodgett uses in his practice including photobiomodulation, light therapy, ozone, homeopathic medicine, and more.
• How to get in contact with a biological dentist in your area and how to work with Dr. Kelly