Dr. Lina Garcia
Dr. Lina Garcia is a solo holistic dentist practicing at her office in South Barrington, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. She holds both a Doctor of Dental Surgery and a Doctor of Medical Dentistry degree, having graduated from the University of Nova Friburgo Dental School in 1985 and completed her residency at Sesi Hospital in Rio de Janeiro before earning an advanced degree from Boston University in 1991. Dr. Garcia has been practicing and teaching holistic and alternative approaches to dentistry for over 30 years, and the practice also includes Dr. Joseph Grasso, DO, a board-certified osteopathic physician who offers traditional osteopathy on-site. A nutritionist also collaborates with the practice to support patients’ overall health.
Services include safe mercury amalgam removal, CEREC same-day ceramic crowns and restorations, digital X-rays, and nutritional guidance. The practice’s educational resources address fluoride risks, root canal concerns, mercury in silver fillings, and periodontal disease, reflecting Dr. Garcia’s commitment to informed consent and whole-body awareness. Dr. Garcia has also authored two books on holistic health and dental wellness and has produced an educational video series on the subject.
Her mercury amalgam removal protocol is described as exceeding the IAOMT’s SMART guidelines. The practice is explicitly mercury-free, uses ceramic (non-metal) restorations through the CEREC system, and uses digital X-rays calibrated to the minimum radiation needed. Dr. Garcia’s website includes dedicated educational pages on the risks of fluoride and mercury in dental materials, signaling a sustained commitment to informing patients about environmental dental toxins. She also trained in cranial osteopathy and integrates osteopathic care into her practice.
Phone consultations are available by appointment for patients who cannot travel, and Dr. Garcia sees patients from across the United States and internationally. Insurance acceptance is not addressed on the website. New patients can register online at drlinagarcia.com or contact the office by phone at 847-426-9000.