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09/03/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Kelly Blodgett on receiving the 2026 Higher Achievement Award from the American Naturopathic Medical Association.

This award recognizes members who have demonstrated meaningful efforts to advance the mission of the naturopathic medical community. Dr. Blodgett was honored by ANMA President Dr. Richard Drucker for his continued commitment to biological dentistry, whole-body health, and patient-centered care.

We are proud to share this special moment with our community.

09/02/2026

Wellness Wednesday: When a root canal affects more than the tooth

Today’s post shares the story of a young woman whose health had declined significantly while carrying a severely infected root canal-treated tooth.

On the outside, she looked healthy. But during her New Patient Experience, she shared that she felt exhausted all the time and could not understand why. After following our work on Instagram, she decided to travel from Seattle to Portland to explore whether her oral health could be part of the picture.

Her X-rays revealed that the infected roots of her lower left first molar were causing major changes in the surrounding jawbone.

To better understand what was happening, the root canal-treated roots and samples of the surrounding bone were sent for separate analysis. The goal was to see whether the infection was limited to the tooth, or whether the jawbone itself was also involved.

The findings were significant:

The jawbone sample showed infection.

Many of the microbes found in the bone were also found in the root canal-treated roots.

The pathology report described the bone as sclerotic bone consistent with condensing osteitis — meaning the bone had become excessively dense in response to chronic inflammation and infection.

In plain language: her body was working hard to protect her.

Her immune system was not only managing infected roots, but also responding by creating dense, reactive bone around the area. When the body is constantly managing a hidden burden like this, it can affect energy, inflammation, and overall wellness.

This is why biological dentistry looks beyond symptoms.

A root canal may not hurt, but that does not always mean it is biologically silent.

If you have root canals and want to better understand how they may be impacting your health, our team can help.

Reach out through our website to reserve your New Patient Experience and learn how we can support your path toward whole-body wellness.

09/01/2026

Toxic Tuesday: The dark side of traditional veneers

A beautiful smile can be life-changing.

But the way that smile is created matters.

Traditional veneers often require healthy enamel to be drilled away so porcelain can be placed over the teeth.

For some patients, veneers may be the right choice. But in many cases, aggressive tooth reduction is not necessary.

Healthy enamel is precious. Once it is removed, you do not get it back.

That is why I believe patients should understand all of their options before saying yes to cosmetic dentistry.

Veneers are thin ceramic shells designed to enhance the appearance of your smile. They can improve color, shape, balance, and symmetry. But not all veneer techniques are the same.

Thanks to advancements in ceramic materials, options like No-Prep veneers can often transform a smile while preserving far more natural tooth structure.

Early in my career, I avoided traditional veneer cases because I did not feel right about grinding away healthy teeth for cosmetic reasons. When I learned about No-Prep veneers, it changed the way I viewed smile makeovers completely.

Cosmetic dentistry should not come at the expense of long-term tooth health.

Before your dentist starts drilling, ask:
- Is there a more conservative option?

- Can my enamel be preserved?

-Am I a candidate for No-Prep veneers?

Your smile matters. So does the health of the teeth underneath it.

Stay tuned for tomorrow’s post, where we’ll share how life-changing a smile makeover can be with No-Prep veneers.

08/30/2026

"11/10 recommend. Had a failed root canal removed and replaced with an immediate implant. Somehow, Dr. Blodgett made that experience fun. Great guy and great staff!" says Scott on Google

★★★★★ 11/10 recommend. Had a failed root canal removed and replaced with an immediate implant. Somehow, Dr. Blodgett made that experience fun. Great guy and great staff!

08/28/2026

Root canal toxicity explained by Dr. Kelly Blodgett: what patients should know about root canal infection, risks, and alternatives.

In this video, Dr. Kelly Blodgett, DMD of Blodgett Dental Care in Portland, Oregon explains his biological dental perspective on root canals, dead teeth, chronic infection, and whole-body health. If you have been told you need a root canal, already have a root canal-treated tooth, or are wondering whether a root canal could be affecting your health, this video will help you understand the questions worth asking.

Dr. Blodgett explains why a root canal-treated tooth is no longer connected to its nerve supply, blood supply, and lymphatic drainage in the same way a living tooth is. He also discusses how bacteria may remain inside the tooth structure and why infection around the root can become a concern over time.

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Root canals are often recommended when a tooth is painful, infected, or no longer vital. Conventional dentistry may focus on saving the tooth structure, but biological dentistry asks a deeper question: what does it mean to keep a dead tooth in a living body?

In this video, Dr. Blodgett explains why patients should understand the possible long-term concerns with root canal-treated teeth, including chronic infection, immune system stress, and the relationship between oral health and systemic wellness.

This video is not meant to create fear. It is meant to help patients become informed, ask better questions, and understand their options.

Depending on your specific situation, options may include monitoring, root canal treatment, extraction, no replacement, a removable partial denture, a dental bridge, a dental implant, or a ceramic dental implant. Every option has benefits, risks, costs, and long-term considerations.

ABOUT BLODGETT DENTAL CARE

Blodgett Dental Care is a biological and holistic dental practice in Portland, Oregon led by Dr. Kelly Blodgett, DMD. Our team provides minimally invasive, whole-body dental care for patients who want to better understand the connection between oral health and overall wellness.

Patients visit us for biological dentistry, holistic dental care, root canal removal, root canal alternatives, ceramic dental implants, mercury filling removal, cavitation treatment, ozone therapy, 3D dental imaging, dental anxiety support, and dental tourism in Portland.

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08/26/2026

Wellness Wednesday: Temporary vs. permanent oral health risks

Patients often ask, “What is the safest toothpaste or mouthwash to use?”

That is an important question. Daily products matter.

But an even bigger question may be:

What materials are permanently placed in your mouth?

Temporary exposures include things like toothpaste, mouthwash, diet, and daily home care products. These can usually be changed at any time if they are not the right fit for your body.

Permanent dental materials are different.

Fillings, crowns, inlays, onlays, veneers, root canal-treated teeth, and implants remain in close contact with your oral tissues every hour of every day. If a material is not compatible with your body, it may contribute to irritation, immune stress, or other health challenges until it is removed.

This is why biological dentistry looks carefully at material choice.

At Blodgett Dental Care, we consider biocompatibility before placing materials whenever possible. Testing options such as BioComp Labs can help evaluate a person’s individual immune response to thousands of dental materials. We may also use energetic assessment tools, including Acupuncture Meridian Assessment, to better understand how certain materials interact with the body.

True biological dentistry is not only about avoiding “toxic” materials. It is about choosing materials that are appropriate for your unique biology.

Your mouth is part of your whole body. The materials placed there should support your health, not challenge it.

To learn more about biocompatible dentistry, reach out through our website to reserve your New Patient Experience.

08/25/2026

Toxic Tuesday: Did your tooth feel fine until after a new filling?

Every week, I meet patients who tell me the same story:
“My tooth felt completely fine… until I had a filling placed.”

So why does this happen?

To understand tooth sensitivity, we need to start with dental anatomy. A tooth has three main layers:

Enamel — the hard outer surface you see when you smile

Dentin — the inner, more collagen-rich layer filled with millions of tiny tubules

Pulp — the living tissue made of nerves, blood vessels, and lymph that nourishes the tooth and allows sensation

Enamel is highly mineralized and relatively dry. Dentin, on the other hand, contains more collagen and moisture, including dentinal fluid.

This is where sensitivity can begin.

Many modern fillings are done with composite resin. Composite can work beautifully when placed well, but it does not bond the same way to dry enamel and moist dentin. It also shrinks slightly as it cures, which can create tiny gaps or stress within the tooth.

For some patients, that can lead to sensitivity after treatment.

Unfortunately, when a tooth becomes painful after a filling, the next recommendation is sometimes: “You may need a root canal.”

But do not rush into that decision.

A sensitive tooth does not always mean the tooth needs to be killed. There are conservative ways to support the tooth, reduce sensitivity, and preserve its vitality whenever possible.

Your tooth is a living organ. Before choosing a root canal, make sure you understand all of your options.

08/25/2026

"I had been to other dentist, Never a bio dentist. Dr Blodgett found an infection in my mouth that I’ve had for over 40 years when all 4 of my wisdom teeth were removed and I could not explain why all were removed to Dr Blodgett. I was following what the Dr. suggested at the time.
I was diagnosed with type two diabetes two years ago. I didn’t feel good. I had no energy.. Since my surgery with Dr Blodgett removing old root.." says Mike on Google

★★★★★ I had been to other dentist, Never a bio dentist. Dr Blodgett found an infection in my mouth that I’ve had for over 40 years when all 4 of my wisdom teeth were removed and I could not explain why all were removed to Dr Blodgett. I was following what the Dr. suggested at the time. I...

08/19/2026

Wellness Wednesday: The power of removing oral infection Repost

This patient’s story is a powerful reminder that oral infection can affect far more than the mouth.

He had experienced the death of three upper teeth, yet he had no dental pain. Instead, his symptoms were showing up through severe skin breakouts.

Understandably, his dermatologist prescribed creams to help calm the visible irritation, but the deeper source of stress on the body had not yet been addressed.

After the dead and infected teeth were removed, his body went through an intense healing response. In the first couple of weeks, he experienced what is known as a Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction — a temporary inflammatory response that can occur when harmful microorganisms are destroyed and toxins are released as the body begins clearing them.

In his case, ozone was used locally as part of the biological treatment process. Ozone can help disrupt harmful microbes, and as the body processed that microbial burden, he experienced a temporary flare before improvement began.

As healing continued, his body started to calm. The photos in this post show the visible changes that can happen when chronic oral infection is removed and the body is given the opportunity to recover.

What makes this case so important is that the root problem was in his mouth — but his symptoms were showing up on his skin. He had no tooth pain. His health team had focused on the skin symptoms, but no one had thought to look at his oral health.

This is why biological dentistry looks at the whole person.

If your mouth is carrying chronic infection, your body may be carrying that burden too.

If you are looking for a team that understands the connection between oral health and whole-body wellness, reach out through our website to reserve your New Patient Experience and learn more about our Dental Tourism options.

08/19/2026

"Very, very thorough and great team to work with" says Mike on Google

★★★★★ Very, very thorough and great team to work with