Dr. Leatherwood is taking a more comprehensive approach to dentistry that is focused on your overall wellbeing. We know now that numerous systemic diseases are impacted by your oral condition and our goal is to eliminate all oral pathology, which is an active driver of your overall health. The condition of your mouth is intimately related to your cardiac, respiratory and cognitive status.

Dr. Leatherwood will only use non-toxic biologically compatible materials that are not controversial. Most people have some metal dental work, usually on the back teeth which are more susceptible to decay and fracture. Most of the older metal based dentistry has been leaking and there is bacteria that can cause sepsis in the tooth that can travel to the bloodstream. Also, many people’s immune system cannot clear the metal that leaks from the mercury fillings leaving them at risk of toxicity.



Leatherwood Family & Cosmetic Dentistry will only us time tested materials that support systemic, periodontal and aesthetic health of our patients. Materials that our practice uses on a routine basis include: composites, porcelain, high noble gold and surgical grade titanium as it relates to surgically placed dental Implants. The list is short but incredibly important!