Dr. Larry Hanus - Iowa Mercury Free Dentistry
Iowa Mercury Free Dentistry is a solo holistic and biological dental practice located in Iowa City, Iowa, led by Dr. Larry Hanus, D.D.S. The practice describes its approach using the terms “holistic, biological, or alternative” dentistry, and frames its overall mission as integrating dental health into whole-body health. Dr. Hanus brings an unusually broad background to his practice, with training that extends well beyond conventional dentistry into naturopathy, craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, reflexology, essential oil therapy, homeopathy, acupressure, and nutrition. The practice serves children and adults.
Services include safe mercury amalgam removal following IAOMT safety protocols, biocompatible blood serum testing for dental materials, metal-free fillings and ceramic restorations, slow-speed drilling to minimize tooth trauma, low-radiation digital X-rays, cosmetic composite fillings, porcelain and ceramic inlays, onlays and crowns, periodontal treatment with holistic non-surgical options, TMJ and facial pain treatment, homeopathy and acupressure for dental anxiety, EFT (tapping) for emotional healing around dental care, sleep apnea and snoring appliances, and early orthodontic analysis for children. The practice also has a dedicated nutrition section on its website.
Dr. Hanus follows IAOMT safety protocols for amalgam removal and avoids all metal restorations, including gold alloys and other metal alloys. Biocompatible blood serum testing is available for patients who need to identify materials appropriate for their individual biology. Dr. Hanus’ awareness of oral-systemic connections, including the relationship between periodontal disease and heart disease, diabetes, and other systemic conditions, reflects the broader mouth-body philosophy associated with biological dentistry. He holds a DDS from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry (1979) and a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) degree from Trinity College of Natural Health in Indiana (1998), and holds a massage therapist license from the State of Iowa.
The website does not address insurance acceptance in detail, though there is a fees and insurance page available for prospective patients. No mention of virtual consultations is made. New patients can complete forms online and reach the practice by calling (319) 512-5655 or through the contact form at iowamercuryfreedentistry.com.