Dr. Simona Bareket - HP Smiles Dental
HP Smiles Dental is a holistic and biological dental practice located in Highland Park, Illinois, led by Dr. Simona Bareket, DDS. The practice identifies explicitly as both holistic and biological, approaching dentistry through the lens of the mouth-mind-body connection and grounding its philosophy in the work of Dr. Joel Sanders and Dr. Douglas Cook, widely recognized as foundational figures in biological dentistry. The practice sees both children and adults, and describes itself as working as part of a network with other holistic healthcare providers including integrative physicians, chiropractors, nutritionists, and acupuncturists. An EAV (electroacupuncture according to Voll) practitioner also works with the practice to help identify which dental materials are most compatible for individual patients.
Services include safe mercury amalgam removal, biocompatibility testing of dental materials, mercury-free and non-toxic fillings, and natural dentistry for children and adults. The practice’s amalgam removal protocol follows the approach developed by Dr. Douglas Cook and includes use of a low-speed drill, a non-latex (nitrile) rubber dam, two vacuum systems, chlorella supplementation before and after removal, and a post-removal X-ray to confirm complete metal removal. The practice also notes awareness of heavy metals in so-called “white” fillings and evaluates all restorative materials for the presence of aluminum, barium oxide, BPA, and other potentially problematic compounds.
Dr. Bareket is a member of the IAOMT, the IABDM, the Holistic Dental Association, and is listed with Mercury Free Dentists. The practice explicitly avoids mercury, nickel, BPA, and other heavy metals in its material selection, considers the tooth-organ connection recognized in traditional Chinese medicine, and recommends natural toothpaste products free of toxins.
The practice accepts dental insurance, as referenced in patient reviews mentioning insurance guidance from the front desk staff. Virtual consultations are not mentioned on the website. New patients can register online at hpsmilesdental.com or call the office at (847) 432-6501.