LIVING WITH LYME DISEASE? YOUR DENTAL CARE SHOULD BE PART OF YOUR HEALING TEAM
Dental care for patients with Lyme disease
Lyme disease is complex, and so is the search for answers. At TetraHealth, Dr. Alexander Volchonok, a Lyme-literate doctor and the only dentist on the Global Lyme Alliance Medical Advisory Board, evaluates your oral health alongside your whole medical history, so dental infections and inflammation are not left unaddressed.
YOUR MOUTH AND YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM ARE CONNECTED—LET’S MAKE SURE YOUR DENTAL HEALTH ISN’T HOLDING YOU BACK
How oral health relates to Lyme disease
Persistent symptoms can make it hard to tell what is coming from Lyme disease and what is coming from somewhere else, including your teeth, gums, and jaw. Untreated oral infections and chronic gum inflammation can add to the load on your body. These are the areas we evaluate:
Gum Disease & Chronic Inflammation – Periodontal inflammation adds to your body’s inflammatory burden and deserves targeted, biologic care
Hidden Dental Infections – Infections in or around teeth can cause few symptoms, so careful exams and imaging matter
TMJ & Jaw Pain – Jaw joint pain is common with chronic illness, and finding its source guides the right treatment
Dental care is not a cure for Lyme disease. Our goal is to find and treat oral problems so they aren’t working against you, and to coordinate with your medical team.
YOU NEED A DENTIST WHO UNDERSTANDS LYME DISEASE
TetraHealth expertise in Lyme-informed dental care
Dr. Volchonok has been accepted to the Medical Advisory Board of the Global Lyme Alliance and is the only dentist who holds this position. He was selected as a Lyme-literate doctor who has been pioneering biological treatments to help patients with Lyme disease and associated co-infections.
Biocompatibility Testing – To help ensure every dental material is a good match for your body
SMART-Certified Mercury Removal – Safe removal of mercury with toxin-minimizing protocols
Laser Gum Therapy – Treats gum disease without surgery or inflammation-triggering procedures
Ozone & PRF Therapy – Biologic therapies that support healing and reduce bacterial load
Integrated Medical Collaboration – We coordinate with your Lyme-literate physician and other providers
This isn’t just dental care—it’s whole-person care, with every detail considered in the context of your health.
YOU DESERVE A STEP-BY-STEP PLAN THAT PRIORITIZES YOUR WELLNESS
Lyme-informed care in dentistry
Comprehensive consultation & history review
STEP 1
We review your dental and medical history, symptoms, and prior treatments, and use imaging when clinically indicated.
Eliminating inflammatory triggers
STEP 2
We look for gum disease, dental infections, and bite or jaw problems that may be adding to your symptoms.
Biologic treatment & healing support
STEP 3
Treatment uses gentle, biocompatible approaches such as laser therapy, ozone, and PRF to support healing.
Coordinated, long-term care
STEP 4
We communicate with your medical providers and follow your oral health over time, so dental care supports the rest of your treatment.
YOU’VE BEEN SEARCHING FOR A DENTAL TEAM THAT UNDERSTANDS YOUR CONDITION
Why TetraHealth?
We understand that patients with Lyme disease need a different kind of dental care: one that listens to your full history and treats the whole person.
Oral-Systemic Health Expertise – We identify and eliminate oral inflammation triggers
Minimally Invasive Treatments – Gentle techniques that don’t stress your immune system
Tetrahealth Network – Access to trusted integrative and functional medicine specialists
Lyme-Literate Leadership – Dr. Volchonok serves on the Global Lyme Alliance Medical Advisory Board
You’re not alone—we’re on your care team.
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION & SUPPORT YOUR WHOLE-BODY HEALTH
A whole-body approach to dentistry for Lyme disease
At TetraHealth we take a biologic, patient-centered approach to oral health. Learn more in our Lyme disease webinar and our article on Lyme disease and dental inflammation, or schedule a consultation today.
YOU HAVE IMPORTANT QUESTIONS—WE’RE HERE WITH REAL ANSWERS
Common questions about Lyme disease and dental care
Can dental problems make Lyme disease symptoms worse?
Chronic gum inflammation and untreated dental infections can add to your body’s overall inflammatory burden. Identifying and treating them does not cure Lyme disease, but it removes one possible source of ongoing stress on your system.
Is dental treatment a cure for Lyme disease?
No. Dental care does not replace medical treatment for Lyme disease. Our goal is to find and treat oral problems, such as gum disease and dental infections, so they are not working against you, and to coordinate with your medical team.
Why see a Lyme-literate dentist?
Jaw pain, facial pain, and fatigue can overlap between Lyme disease and dental conditions. Dr. Volchonok, the only dentist on the Global Lyme Alliance Medical Advisory Board, is a Lyme-literate doctor who has been pioneering biological treatments to help patients with Lyme disease and associated co-infections, and he evaluates your oral health in the context of your whole history.
Will TetraHealth work with my medical team?
Yes. When symptoms overlap with neurological or systemic conditions, we communicate with your Lyme-literate physician and other providers so your dental care supports the rest of your treatment.
