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Biological Dental Diagnostic Testing in North Austin, TX

Knowledge is power. At Bruno Integrative Dentistry, we offer a full range of diagnostic tests to build the fullest possible picture of your mouth/body health — so every treatment recommendation is based on clear, objective information, not guesswork. Explore our full biologic dentistry approach, or read on for the specific tests available at our North Austin office.

 

3D CBCT Dental Scan

We use the Planmeca ProMax® 3D CBCT scanner to evaluate:

  • Bone quality and density
  • Hidden infections or cavitations
  • Abscessed or chronically infected teeth
  • Sinus and airway structure
  • Root and nerve relationships
  • TMJ bony structures and joint changes

The Planmeca ProMax® system follows ALARA principles (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), keeping radiation exposure very low. To support the body during imaging, we also offer ViRadChem binder support from CellCore.

Serum Biocompatibility Testing (Clifford Materials Reactivity Test)

A simple blood test is the easiest way to understand which dental materials are safest for your unique biochemistry — and which you may be reactive to. The Clifford Materials Reactivity Test is considered the gold standard in this area, identifying sensitivities to 94 chemical groups and correlating reactions with a database of over 17,000 products.

GI-MAP Testing for North Austin Patients

A healthy mouth depends on a healthy gut. Our GI-MAP testing is available directly through our North Austin office with a simple stool sample — no need to travel elsewhere for comprehensive microbiome and digestive health analysis. We use the results to advise on any nutritional changes needed to support your mouth/body wellness.

Organic Acids Test

This urine-based test offers a snapshot of your metabolic and overall health — insight into digestive health, mitochondrial function, detox capacity, oxidative stress, and inflammation — so we can guide any changes needed for improvement.

Mercury Tri-Test

Before undergoing mercury amalgam removal, the Mercury Tri-Test helps us understand your body’s excretion abilities and its exposure to inorganic and methyl mercury. If excretion ability is weak, we can strengthen it with targeted therapies before your removal procedure.

G6PD Test

G6PD (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase) is an enzyme essential for red blood cell function and for safe IV vitamin C infusions. This test identifies a hereditary deficiency — more common in men — that could put patients at risk of hemolytic anemia at high vitamin C doses, helping us plan IV therapy safely.

Vitamin D Testing

Vitamin D is one of the most critical nutrients when it comes to mouth/body health. A simple blood test can let us know if supplementation is needed to support the health of your teeth and gums or if your levels are right where they should be.

Oral pH Testing

A healthy mouth is an alkaline mouth. Oral pH testing — using a simple saliva sample — shows whether your mouth favors an alkaline or acidic environment, the latter of which paves the way toward future decay and gum disease.

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