Dr. Jimani Blackwell - enlightenDENTAL
enlightenDENTAL is a solo holistic and biological dental practice located in the Carrollton/Riverbend neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana, led by Dr. Jimani Blackwell. After ten years as a traditional dentist, Dr. Blackwell transitioned to a root-cause, whole-body approach to dental care grounded in the mouth-body connection. The practice identifies as both holistic and biological and sees patients of all ages, including children.
Services include SMART-certified mercury amalgam removal, ozone therapy for oral microbiome restoration, airway and biological assessments, pediatric dentistry, biomimetic restorations (white composite fillings, inlays, and onlays), zirconia metal-free dental implants, laser therapy (Fotona LightWalker), photobiomodulation, red light therapy, piezo surgery, tooth extractions with platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), low-dose digital X-rays, cone beam 3D imaging, anti-cavity treatments, periodontal treatment, clear aligners, metal-free dentures, and oral cancer screenings.
The practice is SMART certified and describes itself as one of the only practices in Louisiana to hold that certification for safe mercury removal. Dr. Blackwell is a certified biological dentist, a member of the IABDM (International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine), and an affiliate of the Holistic Dental Association, as indicated by the certification badges displayed on the website. The practice uses biocompatible, minimally toxic materials throughout, frames its anti-cavity treatments as alternatives to conventional approaches, and uses low-dose digital radiography to minimize radiation exposure. Air quality in the treatment environment is also referenced as part of the practice’s commitment to patient safety.
enlightenDENTAL is a fee-for-service practice and does not accept dental insurance. Payment plans, pay-in-full discounts, and financing options are available. Virtual consultations are not mentioned on the website. New patients can book an appointment online at enlightendentalnola.com or by calling (504) 507-0128.