Dr. Rashad Riman - The HSP Dentist

08/09/2026

This is what happens when a patient finally feels seen and heard.

For me, dentistry isn’t just about fixing teeth. It’s about listening, understanding what someone has been through, and making sure they feel genuinely cared for every step of the way.

This is why I do what I do.

08/08/2026

Before I recommend treatment to a patient, these are 5 questions I ask myself:

1. Is this truly necessary or is there a more conservative option?

2. What’s the long-term impact of this procedure?

3. Would I recommend the same treatment to a family member?

4. Is what I’m doing supporting their overall health?

5. Have I taken the time to listen and understand what that patient wants?

My patients put their trust in me. So, it’s very important to me that I take a thoughtful approach when recommending treatment to them.

08/07/2026

Do I think every silver amalgam filling should eventually be replaced?

Yes.

Is there definitive science proving amalgam itself causes teeth to crack?

No.

But after reviewing more than 10,000 clinical videos under the microscope, I’ve seen a very strong pattern: teeth with large, older amalgam restorations often have significant cracks, and in my experience I see that far more often than around bonded composite restorations.

That doesn’t prove causation. But biomechanically, it makes sense to pay attention.

Amalgam is much stiffer than dentin, it doesn’t adhesively bond to the tooth, traditional preparations often remove more tooth structure, large restorations can weaken cusps, and decades of repeated loading create fatigue.

It’s probably not one thing. It’s the combination.

Mercury is a separate conversation.

Even putting mercury aside, I believe modern adhesive dentistry gives us better options to preserve and reinforce teeth.

So if I see a large old amalgam, I don’t like waiting for the tooth to break.

I’d rather evaluate it carefully, intervene when appropriate, and preserve as much tooth as possible.

That’s my clinical philosophy—and I stand by it.

08/06/2026

Getting dental work can be scary for many people…and dental anxiety is real and normal.

But, when you sit in my chair, I never want you to feel rushed or judged or in pain.

That’s why my sister and I founded a dental practice that feels different.

Our patients say our office feels like a calm safe space, which was exactly our goal. And it makes us so happy to receive that kind of trust from our patients.

So, if you’re afraid of going to the dentist, or you’re worried that you’ll be treated like a number instead of a person, you’re in the right place…because we do things differently around here.

08/05/2026

If you’ve been told ceramic implants are weaker, don’t last as long, or are just a trend… I disagree.

These are some of the biggest misconceptions I hear:

“Ceramic implants fail more often… or they never fail.”
“They’re too fragile.”
“They’re just a trend.”
“They’re only for people with metal allergies.”

In my practice, I strongly prefer ceramic implants whenever they’re an appropriate option.

Why?

Because I believe they offer important advantages that many patients are never told about. They’re not a new fad, and they’re certainly not reserved only for people with metal allergies.

Like any treatment, case selection and proper surgical technique matter. But I think it’s time we stop repeating myths and start having a more informed conversation about ceramic implants.

08/03/2026

When people ask why we wear all of this protective equipment during amalgam removal, my answer is simple:

Because this has never been about me.

It’s about the patient sitting in the chair.

Many of our patients come to us specifically looking for safe amalgam removal. They want every reasonable precaution taken, and we’re grateful we can provide that—for them and for our team.

We believe patients deserve to feel safe, informed, and respected when making decisions about the materials that will become part of their bodies for years to come.

At Elev8, we’ve built a truly human-centered approach to healthcare.

That means listening before speaking.
Educating instead of dismissing.
Partnering instead of dictating.

Gaslighting, shaming, dismissing, or rushing patients has no place in true healing.

Whether someone chooses to remove their amalgam fillings or keep them, our responsibility is the same: to provide honest information, respect their values, and support their decision with compassion and excellence.

As a patient, choose healthcare professionals who make you feel heard. Choose people who respect your philosophy, whatever that philosophy may be. Choose a team that welcomes your questions instead of making you feel embarrassed for asking them.

Trust is built when patients feel seen, respected, and cared for.

That’s the standard we hold ourselves to every single day.

08/02/2026

08/01/2026

As a biological dentist, I avoid crowns for my patients whenever possible. Here’s why and what I do instead.

Prepping a tooth for a crown involves the removal of a lot of tooth structure. Once that natural tooth structure has been drilled away, it can never grow back. And my goal is to help you keep your natural teeth for as long as possible.

So, if we can do an inlay, onlay or overlay instead of a crown, and preserve more of your natural tooth structure, that’s generally going to be my recommendation.

Of course, if you have an old crown that needs to be replaced, I’ll do it. But if we can avoid placing any new crowns in your mouth, that’s my preferred approach.

07/30/2026

Are these dental procedures Dr. Rashad approved? The last one may surprise you…

▪️ Root canals
▪️ Root canal removal
▪️ Zirconia implants
▪️ Titanium implants
▪️ Mercury (amalgam) filling removal
▪️ Onlays instead of crowns
▪️ Cavitation surgery

07/29/2026

Every patient has a different story.

Annette came to us after an incredibly difficult medical journey, including severe preeclampsia, two episodes of kidney failure, and years of asking one question:

“How can I reduce unnecessary stress on my body moving forward?”

After discussing her options, she chose to have her amalgam fillings removed using a comprehensive safety protocol designed to minimize mercury exposure during the procedure.

Her experience isn’t proof that amalgam fillings caused her health challenges. Current evidence has not established that dental amalgam causes conditions like preeclampsia or kidney failure.

But healthcare also isn’t one-size-fits-all.

Every patient has a different medical history, different genetics, different priorities, and different comfort levels with risk.

My job isn’t to tell every patient they should make the same decision. My job is to listen, explain what we know, be honest about what we don’t know, and help each person make an informed decision that’s right for them.

I don’t believe medicine should be driven by fear.

I also don’t believe patients’ concerns should be dismissed simply because they don’t fit neatly into a guideline.

Every patient deserves to feel heard.

Every patient deserves informed choice.

And every patient deserves care that’s tailored to the person sitting in the chair.