Healthy Smiles for a Lifetime
At Mary Ellen Chalmers, DMD, we are committed to providing high-quality, functional medicine-based dentistry to our patients in Santa Rosa, CA. Our dental practice is designed for patients who take their health seriously and recognize the importance of conscious, comprehensive dental care as an integral part of their overall body health and well-being.
Our Philosophy
We believe that everyone, even those without current medical issues who are basically healthy, can benefit from preventative dentistry. Regularly scheduled cleanings, biocompatible materials, digital diagnostics, and proper in-home dental care and nutrition can benefit all patients. Our goal is to educate our patients on preventative measures so they can choose from every available option. We strive to provide dental care that will sustain the ongoing health of our patients' teeth, gums, and entire bodies.
Our Services
Our comprehensive dental services include oral examinations, cleanings, biocompatible materials, digital diagnostics, and personalized treatment plans. We also offer functional medicine-based services, including Oxygen and Ozone Therapy, Frequency Specific Microcurrent, and Applied Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice.
Our Commitment
Our commitment is to provide high-quality, ethical dentistry to our patients. We are constantly expanding our knowledge to ensure that our patients receive the best that dentistry has to offer today and in the future. We are caring professionals who respect our patients and each other as we work together towards our shared goals.
Meet Dr. Chalmers
Dr. Mary Ellen Chalmers, DMD, is a highly trained and experienced dentist in Santa Rosa, CA, practicing Integrative and Functional Dental Medicine. She has augmented her studies with extensive training in traditional dental modalities, as well as Functional Medicine. She has advanced trained in Oxygen and Ozone Therapy and its applications in dentistry as well as Applied Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice and Advanced Practice Modules through Institute for Functional Medicine.
Overall Satisfaction
All five reviewers have given the dental office 5-star ratings, indicating exceptional satisfaction with their experiences. The praise is directed towards the staff, especially the dental hygienists and dentists, who are described as gentle, knowledgeable, and caring.
Staff Expertise and Caring Nature
The reviewers sing the praises of the dental hygienists, particularly Jessica, who is described as gentle yet effective, with a great personality and a genuine interest in the patients' well-being. Dr. Chalmers is also commended for her thorough and insightful approach to dentistry, taking the time to assess various factors that contribute to patients' oral health.
Conservative Approach and Expertise
Dr. Chalmers' conservative approach to treatment is highlighted, as she is described as knowledgeable and willing to take the time to understand the complexities of each patient's case. Her understanding of how oral health relates to other diseases is also praised.
Additional Comments
Several reviewers note that they would drive significant distances to see Dr. Chalmers, and that her staff is exceptional. Mary Ellen, a dentist, is described as "crazy smart" and does "perfect work."
