Bio Dental
Bio Dental is a solo dental practice led by Dr. Candida Castillo, DMD, CAGS, FAGD, located in North Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Castillo is supported by a team of dental hygienists and assistants, including a hygienist described on the site as a certified biological hygienist. The practice identifies as a biological dentistry practice, also referring to itself as holistic dentistry on the site.
Services include general dentistry such as checkups and cleanings, children’s dentistry, periodontal therapy, restorative dentistry, dental implants, orthodontics and Invisalign, sedation dentistry, emergency care, wisdom teeth removal, and sleep apnea and snoring treatment, including a laser option. Holistic-specific services include ozone therapy for treating infection, SMART (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique) amalgam removal, mercury-free fillings and composites using biocompatible materials such as composite resin and porcelain, and PRP and PRF therapy (platelet-rich plasma and platelet-rich fibrin) to support healing after surgical procedures. The practice’s FAQ page also mentions offering fluoride-free dental materials and biocompatibility testing, though further detail on these is not provided on the site.
The practice’s relevance to non-toxic living centers on its stated use of exclusively non-toxic, biocompatible materials, its avoidance of amalgam and mercury fillings, and its emphasis on the connection between oral health and overall body health. Dr. Castillo holds a dental degree from Boston University, a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS), and Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD). She earned her biological dentistry certification through the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM) and her SMART certification through the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT), and she is a member of both organizations in addition to the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and the Rhode Island Dental Association.
The practice sees both adults and children, per its website FAQ. Virtual consultations are not mentioned on the site. Regarding insurance, the FAQ states that the practice works with most dental insurance plans for standard treatments like checkups, cleanings, fillings, and extractions, though coverage may be limited for services such as SMART amalgam removal, PRP/PRF therapy, and ozone therapy; CareCredit financing and an in-house Loyalty Membership Plan are also offered as alternatives. Prospective patients can get started by calling (401) 232-7777 or requesting an appointment through the website.