Holistic & Biological Dental Center
Where Physiology Meets Dentistry & Oral Medicine
Holistic Is the Key
GET A HEALTHY & BEAUTIFUL SMILE IN A HEALTHY WAY!
The Top Certified Holistic, Biological & fUNCTIONAL Dentist
for Adults & Children
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Dentistry That Doesn’t Stop at Oral Health
Dr. Maryam Horiyat is an accredited & certified holistic, biological, biomimetic, integrative, and cosmetic dentist who has been advanced trained for the highest level in her field to treat a myriad of dental concerns while preserving her patients’ overall health. Together with other skilled doctors and specialists, Dr. Horiyat is thrilled to provide Cosmetic, Preventive, Restorative, Laser, Oral Surgery, Implant, Orthodontic, and Sleep Apnea/Snoring Solutions for ADULTS & CHILDREN.
As an accredited holistic dental practitioner, Dr. Horiyat has a deep appreciation for the pioneering work of Dr. Weston A. Price. She follows in Dr. Price’s footsteps, emphasizing the importance of a nutrient-dense diet, avoiding harmful dental practices like mercury fillings and root canals, and treating patients as whole individuals rather than just sets of teeth.
smart certified
Specializing in Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal & Accredited By IAMOT
Dr. Horiyat is accredited by the IAOMT (an award not common among other holistic dental practitioners in the area) and certified by the IABDM (International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine), Holistic Dental Association (HDA).
Dr. Horiyat is one of the few dentists in the area who has certification for safely removing mercury fillings. She is SMART (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique certified by IAOMT.
Holistic & Bio Dentist Vs. Traditional Dentist
Biological, Systemic & FUNCTIONAL DENTISTRY
YOUR MIND, BODY & SPIRIT GUIDE YOU TO OPTIMAL HEALTH & BEAUTIFUL SMILE.
When you think of dentists, you probably envision traditional practices, procedures, and dental materials used for oral health. But did you know that the health of our mouth has a huge impact on our overall health and longevity?
Holistic dentistry, also known as biological dentistry, alternative dentistry, integrative dentistry, or functional medicine, is a modern approach founded on the philosophy that your mouth is intricately connected to the rest of your body; it is a contemporary practice born out of a desire to treat the body as a whole. Holistic dentistry recognizes new scientific findings and concerns in traditional dental practices and makes adjustments for the safety and health of patients. There are many benefits to finding a 5-star and certified holistic and biological dentist, one of which avoids toxic, unhealthy, or allergy-prone ingredients in certain conventional dental treatments.
Everyone needs dental care, whether it is preventive services to keep your smile healthy, restorative services to return health and function to your teeth or gums, or cosmetic services to enhance the appearance of your smile. No matter what brings you to Aria Dental in Mission Viejo, CA, Dr. Maryam Horiyat and her team are dedicated to helping patients to become educated about the connection between oral health and body health & wellness. We understand that your teeth, gum, and oral structures are interconnected to your body’s overall wellness, and we believe that the smallest change makes the biggest impact on the overall balance and harmony of the body. Thus, we can help you to make more strategic choices for your dental treatments and materials to use for your dental needs to live a healthier, more natural, and less toxic life; we are dedicated to treating you and your loved one with compassionate, gentle, minimally invasive, and conservative care.
principles of our holistic dentistry
- Focus on Overall Health & Well-Being: At Aria Dental, our holistic, biological, and functional dentists recognize the vital interconnection between your oral health and overall wellness. Our certified holistic dentist of Orange County believes that oral problems can be a sign of an underlying health issue and that treating oral problems can have a positive impact on overall health. Our holistic dentist not only recognizes the body’s innate ability to maintain health itself, but also considers the impacts of nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional well-being on oral health.
- Utilizing Biocompatible & Non-Toxic Materials: At Aria Dental of Mission Viejo, we are committed to using ultra-biocompatible, natural, and healthy materials that are compatible with the human body and are less likely to cause allergic reactions or other health problems. We don’t use fluoride because, like mercury, fluoride is neurotoxic. For instance, we offer Zirconia ceramic implants instead of titanium implants that are not only metal-free but also may not cause allergic reactions, fatigue, or autoimmune disease. We also use natural ozone therapy with no pharmaceutical drugs side effect like antibiotics. We use 100% natural PRF from your own blood with no additives, no chemicals, or no foreign substances, rather than bone graft agents from animals.
- Minimally Invasive Treatments: At Aria Dental, we strive to use minimally invasive treatments whenever possible to reduce the need for extensive treatments. This means preserving healthy teeth and avoiding unnecessary procedures. For example, we may use LANAP laser therapy to treat gum disease with no cuts and stitches instead of traditional gum surgery. We offer the VIVOS METHOD for a non-invasive solution for sleep apnea, which could improve overall health, energy, and well-being without the complexities of invasive procedures.
- Alternative Therapies in Dentistry: Beyond the traditional methods of dental care, our holistic and bio dentist is committed to providing alternative therapies to her patients who are seeking alternatives that align with their desire for a comprehensive and natural approach. For instance, Dr. Horiyat offers an alternative treatment to root canal therapy to eliminate infection rather than simply sealing it. She also offers LANAP laser therapy instead of gum surgery, non-metal zirconia ceramic implants instead of metal titanium implants, and homeopathic remedies for pain management instead of traditional pharmaceutical drugs. Some holistic dentists incorporated energy-based therapies into their practice. Techniques like acupuncture and energy balancing are used to address dental issues and restore the body's natural energy flow, potentially aiding in pain relief and overall well-being.
- Modern Technology and Holistic Protocols: Providing safe and biological dentistry is very important. Our technology aids us in making our holistic dental office and services safe. We not only use digital X-rays with the lowest radiation, which makes the diagnosis process safer, but also offer a Green 3D Cone Beam Scanner (CBCT) to provide more predictable treatment outcomes, more successful dental surgery, and better evaluation of airways and throat assessment for sleep apnea and snoring. We also utilize a localized and digital anesthetic system with WAND single tooth anesthetic (STA) system with no collateral numbness to manage a less spread effect of local anesthesia.
- Optimal Healing and Health: At Aria Dental, we encourage optimal healing and health by offering holistic, natural, and effective treatments such as ozone therapy to help kill microbes and encourage healing.
PEACE OF MIND FOR WHOLE-BODY WELLNESS
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Natural, Safe & organic
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Metal-Free & Non-Toxic
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Biocompatible & Bio-Insert
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No
BPA
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Drug-Free Sedation
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No
Fluoride, but Ozone
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Hi-Tech & Digital
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Durable & Long-Lasting
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Minimal Invasive Treatments
common concerns with traditional dental materials
- Heavy Metal Toxicity: Mercury and other metals, such as nickel and aluminum in fillings, can be absorbed into the body. While some patients may experience no issue, others report metal allergies or sensitivities, chronic inflammation, or oral galvanism (electric current from metal fillings), and many other medical conditions.
- Hormonal disruptors: Bisphenol A (BPA) found in some restoration products, can mimic estrogen and disrupt the endocrine system. Studies suggest BPA exposure can disrupt hormones affecting reproductive health, neurological development in children, and endocrine function (thyroid and adrenal health)
- Fluoride Exposure: Fluoride additives in some fillings may contribute to thyroid dysfunction and neurological concerns. Although fluoride is often added to dental materials to enhance decay resistance, holistic dentistry prioritizes fluoride-free alternative materials, which focus on mineral-based remineralization and cavity prevention
Total Dental Revision (TDR)
Metal Implant Removal
To stop allergic reactions and avoid your body’s exposure to toxic metal-alloyed titanium, we remove metal-alloyed titanium implants. metal-free zirconia (ceramic) implants and remove metal-alloyed titanium implants.
Root Canals Removal
Our holistic & biological dentist offer to extract the root canal-treated teeth with the removal of all surrounding infected ligaments and bone to stop the root cause of jawbone cavitation, a medical systemic or autoimmune disease that is related to root canals,
Amalgam Fillings Removal
To avoid controversial BPA, we primarily use Bisphenol A- -free dental fillings. We safely and sequentially remove mercury amalgam fillings & replace them with a biocompatible composite filling following IAOMT & Dr. Huggins Total Revision Protocol.
Replacement of Crowns
To avoid allergic reactions and medical conditions caused by toxic heavy Mercury metal and metal alloys crown restorations for their safety and efficiency that are exactly to normal composite white fillings with the same functions.
Cavitation Cleaning
To clean jawbone cavitation, our holistic dentist applies non-invasive alternatives such as ozone therapy as one option to treat cavitation besides cavitation surgery. Jawbone cavitation surgery is recommended to remove infected ligaments and jawbone.
Rejuvenate Your Smile & Feel Healthier!
Our skilled team of certified holistic and biological dentists and specialists rejuvenate your smile to transform the way you look and feel by:
- Removing harmful and toxic metals in your mouth
- Restoring missing teeth with metal-free ceramic implants and porcelain crowns
- Replacing chipped or decayed teeth
- Aligning and correcting your bite with Invisalign®
- Changing the contour of the teeth or gum with laser dentistry
- Periodontal disease treatment with Ozone Therapy or LANAP® Laser Dentistry
- Restore bone integrity with bone grafts and L-PRF
Metal-free Implants
Zirconia Dental Implants
Smile Makeovers
LANAP® Laser Gum Therapy
LANAP® Gum Laser Therapy
Oral / Systemic Therapy
Your oral health is one of many biological and physiological systems in your body that not only perform separate functions but also link with other systems to keep the body functioning properly. When one of these systems suffers from any disease, high toxin levels, chemical, trauma, or injury, it can manifest within other systems. Promoting a healthy balance within each system of the body is essential in maintaining total body health.
Dr. Maryam Horiyat and our team are thrilled to provide holistic and biological dental care that promotes the link between oral and systemic health. We focus on providing care that is beyond just your smile, providing treatments that are free of toxins and are biocompatible / bio-insert with your body’s unique immune response.
We focus on addressing dental conditions such as periodontal disease, tooth decay, root canal, jaw infection, missing tooth, TMJ, bruxism, and airway conditions that can have adverse effects on other biological systems. Poor oral health has been proven to trigger and worsen other health conditions and vice versa.
Benefits of Holistic & Biological Treatments
Natural & Safe
Healthy For Your Entire Body
Prevent Medical Conditions
Minimize Toxic Materials
Simple, Safe, and Effective
No BPA, No Mercury, No Fluoride, Thus, Biocompatible, Hypo-Allergic, Non-Metallic
Long-Lasting & Healthy
BENEFITS OF HOLISTIC & BIOLOGICAL TREATMENTS
Natural
&
Safe
Healthy For Your Entire Body
Prevent Medical Conditions
Minimize Toxic Materials
Simple, Safe, and Effective
No BPA, No Mercury, No Fluoride, Thus, Biocompatible, Hypo-Allergic, Non-Metallic
Long-Lasting
What Can a Biomedical Dentist Do for You?
“Biological” refers to the physiology, behavior, and other qualities of living organisms. “Dentistry” refers to the prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, management, and treatment of conditions affecting the mouth, jaws, and other interconnected structures. When you combine these two concepts, you will have a revolutionary approach to oral health as well as whole-body health that emphasizes prevention and conservative treatment methods. So as a holistic, biological, and alternative medicine office, Aria Dental differs from conventional practices in several areas which collectively contribute to an office that improves patients’ well-being and entire body functioning at its healthiest level. We also treat less understood systemic diseases rooted in poor oral health. As an accredited and certified dentist, Dr. Horiyat:
- Focuses on dental techniques and procedures to enhance your life. For instance, she may recommend dental inlays and Onlays as s conservative alternative to full-coverage crowns to preserve maximum natural tooth materials.
- Utilizes advanced and minimally invasive laser technology to treat dental conditions gently, precisely, and effectively. For Instance, using LANAP® gum disease therapy vs. gum surgery with cut and stitches and removing healthy gum tissue.
- Believes that every material placed in your mouth should be non-toxic and ultra-biocompatible, thus they shouldn't pose additional risks of adverse allergic effects or sensitivities. So she uses safe materials such as metal-free tooth-colored resin fillings vs. silver amalgam metal filling, metal-free zirconia (ceramic) implants vs. titanium implants, and ozone therapy vs. fluoride or antibiotic.
- Practices not only "Mercury-Free, but also "Mercury-Safe". So she has obtained SMART certification and has implemented special equipment and protocols such as protective garments and state-of-the-art ventilation systems to safely remove an amalgam filling or restoration that contains mercury while minimizing mercury exposure and replacing it with an attractive, biocompatible, and long-lasting composite resin filling.
Holistic, Biological & Integrative Approaches
- IAOMT (International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology)
- HDA (Holistic Dental Association)
- IABDM (International Academy of Biological Dental Medicine)
- IAOCI (International Academy of Ceramic Implantology)
- AAOt (American Academy of Ozone Therapy
- SMART (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique)
- AOBMD (Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry)
- Huggins-Wright Protocols
What Our Patients Are Saying...
EXCELLENT Based on 304 reviews Adin Rudd2025-09-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cleaning was gentle and easy. The hygienist was kind and listened to my concerns, answered my questions and gave me good advise for my dental care. She was also very kind. Alyssa Lewis2025-09-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I received the best dental care at Aria Dental. The team is professional and kind. Through her knowledge and holistic approach, Dr. Horiyat was able to find the root cause of my dental issues. She worked with my schedule, made sure everything was completed with care and attention to detail before I left for college. I highly recommend Aria Dental. D N2025-09-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful, caring, professional dental practice which finally steers me in the right direction with my oral care. Staff have the utmost care for new and existing patients. A friend recommended me and I will be bringing my kids from here on in. Doctor Maryam Horiyat has her heart in the right place and I’m very grateful for that. Justin F2025-08-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are seeking an alternative approach to dental care, then Aria Dental offers it. In fact, I believe they are the only one in the area that does. The support personnel are quite kind as well. All the procedures are quite pricey due to the way they position the services (and most insurance doesn't cover it). After experiencing Aria Dental for a couple of years, I can confidently say that they use the holistic approach purely as a marketing niche, which allows them to charge higher prices and to "stand out" in a rather crowded market. It is worth noting that the dentist does not perform a number of the procedures. For example, when my wife received an implant (a multistep process), they shipped in another doctor who was certified for the extraction, as well as the nurse anesthetist. Then, when the implant was placed, one of the assistants performed that process instead of Dr. Horiyat. That was surprising. The entire thing was essentially outsourced. As mentioned by some others, you'll get a feeling that they are in a hurry for their appointments. Perhaps overbooked, or to maximize revenue. Either way, you'll be ushered in and out so that they maintain their tight schedule. On a personal note, in 2023 I was told by another provider, SoCal Perio Implants, that I needed gum flap surgery. My wife was going to Aria Dental, so I figured I'd ask for a second opinion. Dr. Horiyat was adamant that gum flap surgery was not needed, and that I'd be fine with LANAP Laser Gum Therapy. I opted for the LANAP procedure, but it didn't work. My issue came back after two weeks. I went back to SoCal Perio Implants and saw Dr. Caplanis (a well known and respected Periodontist in California). Highly recommended by the way. I told him what I did, and he was annoyed with me, understandably. He said that he does LANAP procedures too, and if he thought it would have worked, then he would have recommended it (and that he would have actually preferred to do LANAP because it's an easier procedure for him, but for a similar payment... making it an easy payday, but he knew it wouldn't work). I laughed when he told me that. He's confident and direct, and it's warranted. Anyway, I did the gum flap procedure with him and all was resolved. Afterward, I was pretty upset at myself for wasting my money on the first procedure, but honestly, that one was on me. I should have trusted my gut and went with the expert. However, I was a little bit annoyed that my experience wasn't even acknowledged by Aria Dental. They had my money, so they were happy. So should you choose Aria Dental? If your priority is purely holistic dental care, and none of what I shared gives you pause, then maybe you'll be more inclined to overlook how things work there. Louis Alvarez2025-08-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently had an exceptional experience at Aria Dental when I went for a cleaning and revision of my Invisalign trays. I was very impressed with the professionalism, knowledge and clinical expertise of all the staff and especially with Dr Horiyat. She is a true perfectionist and did a great job in repairing my bad bite with Invisalign. I highly recommend Aria Dental to anyone looking for state-of-the-art dental care. Marla Welsh2025-08-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent Doctor care with most caring staff ever!!! I’m so thankful to have the best care in dentistry!!! Naomi Machimura2025-08-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jon has been taking care of me in last few times and I am very happy they found him. In last few times, I had to ask him not to use the machine to clean because my teeth are very sensitive. Today he used the machine the first time with me, and I barely felt discomfort. I strongly hope they keep him for a long time. Serena Chang2025-08-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Aria Dental is the best dental office we have ever been to. We were looking for a holistic dentist and this office is it. Dr. Maryam Horiyat is extremely knowledgeable and gentle with toddlers. Her entire staff is very kind and competent - especially her front office Shima and Steve. I would recommend this practice without reservations. Carmen Garcia2025-08-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Staff was very kind and professional especially Louis, my nurse and Dr Pham. They were very patient and answered all of my questions and concerns. I will definitely refer them to family and friends. Thank you all for a wonderful service !
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Graduated from UCLA and UCSF, Dr. Horiyat is a premier holistic, biological, integrative, physiological, and conscious cosmetic dentist who practices homeopathic (Alternative Medicine for Oral Care). She is one of the top certified and accredited members of holistic associations such as IAOMT, IABDM, and HDA; she is commonly considered the ideal dentist for patients who are seeking natural, safe, non-toxic, and conservative treatments.
Dr. Horiyat has enjoyed treating her holistic patients successfully with healthy techniques. See for yourself how rewarding dental treatments can be when you choose Dr. Horiyat at Aria Dental.
Dr. Horiyat is Iaomt & Iabdm Accredited Member & certified Dentist
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Disclaimer: The official position of the American Academy of Endodontists or AAE which is supported by the American Dental Association or ADA, is that root canals are safe and include the following statement: “Decades of research contradict the beliefs of “focal infection” proponents; there is no valid, scientific evidence linking endodontically treated teeth and systemic disease. Yet some patients still hear about this long-dispelled theory.” As such, we encourage each patient to do their own research as to whether a root canal procedure is right for them, and not solely depend on the information provided on this site.
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