Naturopathy is a holistic approach to health care that focuses on treating the whole person, rather than just their symptoms. Naturopathic practitioners use natural, non-invasive methods to help the body heal itself, such as diet and lifestyle changes, herbal remedies, and supplements. Naturopathic dentists embrace this approach in the dentistry they carry out, opting for solutions that focus on the body as a whole.

The goal is to support the body's natural healing processes and restore balance, rather than just treating symptoms. Unlike conventional medicine, naturopathy emphasizes prevention and wellness, rather than just treating illness. This approach is more patient-centered, as naturopathic practitioners take the time to listen to patients to create individualised treatment plans.

I have confidence in conventional medicine and have effectively utilised it for more than 20 years in my daily life as a dentist. However, I also strongly believe that an individualised approach is crucial for optimising health and preventing or treating illnesses.

Diseases can be challenging to cure, and my primary focus lies in maximizing health and ensuring that all possible measures are taken to restore well-being and enable the body to respond effectively to potential threats. The increasing prevalence of autoimmune diseases and cancer has prompted me to contemplate the significant role that the 

environment plays in influencing our body's response to such changes.

My primary emphasis is on providing holistic and preventive care to patients. I perceive the mouth as the gateway to the entire body and a reflection of its overall well-being. As a dentist, I believe that I have a much larger role to fulfil. We cannot isolate the tooth from the rest of the body, and it would be remiss to disregard the fact that the mouth is intricately connected to the other organs.