Health is a Journey, Find your Guide

By Michael Martin, DDS FAGD

Everyone is on a health journey. Most are easy…until they are not. As a healthcare provider, my job is to anticipate what challenges you might have on your journey, and to help guide you on a path towards long term health. To help our patients navigate, we utilize a risk model of care that identifies possible adverse outcomes and strategies to avoid them. By knowing your risk, we can focus resources where they have the most impact.

Based on thorough Medical History, Dental History and a Comprehensive exam, we identify people’s risk in each of the following five categories:

Once we understand the unique risks for each individual patient, we can focus attention on managing those risks appropriately. Low-risk concerns are simply monitored, and high-risk concerns are targeted with risk-reducing strategies. This personalized care is highly efficient, cost effective, and helps people do more, with less.

Health is a Journey,Find your Guide

By Michael Martin, DDS FAGD

Everyone is on a health Based on thorough Medical History, Dental History and a Comprehensive exam, we identify people’s risk in each of the following five categories-

Michael Martin, DDS, FAGD

Our Goal: Healthy Mouths, Healthy Bodies, Healthy Lives

Our goal is simply to help ensure that our patients enjoy a lifetime of health. Good oral health is a foundation for whole body health, and the collaborative partnerships we build with our patients can be powerful leverage points on each of our health journeys. I prioritize risk assessment, minimally invasive treatments, and biomedically safe materials to make sure that you can achieve your goals of a healthy life.

Collaborative Care Improves Treatment Outcomes

Collaborative care enhances treatment outcomes. We value actively involving our patients in their care, as it not only leads to better results but also prevents burnout among providers and boosts job satisfaction. Through curious questions, attentive listening, and thoughtful dialogue, we achieve more together.

Periodontal Medicine: Oral Health and Wellness

Periodontal medicine stems from the understanding that oral health is intricately linked to overall well-being. It is about recognizing that gum disease, inflammation, and infections in the mouth can exert far-reaching effects on conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and respiratory issues. By addressing periodontal health comprehensively, we not only aim to preserve a healthy smile, but also safeguard whole body wellness. Through personalized insights into individual risk profiles and informed decision-making, we navigate towards a path of vitality and longevity together.

Adapted from Periodontol 2000. 2021 Oct; 87(1): 11–16. Published online 2021 Aug 31. doi: 10.1111/prd.12398.

Maximizing Effectiveness, Minimizing Invasiveness

Minimally invasive dentistry is core to our practice here at Keystone Dental, it prioritizes conservative treatments to preserve natural tooth structure, reducing the need for extensive procedures. This approach focuses on preventive care and early intervention, utilizing innovative technologies. By catching dental issues early, we can minimize discomfort and promote quicker recovery times.

Meet Our Team

Dawn, Practice Manager

Laura, Registered Dental Hygienist, GBT Certified

Phea, Registered Dental Assistant, GBT Certified

Ilmihana, Registered Dental Hygienist, GBT Certified

Hayley, Registered Dental Hygienist, GBT Certified

Reviews

Very caring and state-of-the-art dentist. They offer their own insurance plan, which seems like a good value deal, while they are now out of network for my employer’s Delta Dental plan. I highly recommend their dental care, and agree with the comments about the entire team being friendly and even enjoyable to visit!

Katherine K.

2 Weeks Ago

Keystone Dental has been a great experience so far. They’re a great, local dentistry right in the heart of the Tangletown neighborhood. Super convenient for those that live near there. I’ve been twice, and they’ve shown immense interest in my teeth and gum health like no other dentist that I’ve visited. Highly recommend!

Josh U.

1 Week Ago

I always have a wonderful experience at Keystone Dental. My hygienist, Hailey, is gentle and thorough. Dr. Martin is very personable and does high quality work when needed. I most appreciate that Dr. Martin puts my health and comfort first, and doesn’t push unnecessary sales or dental procedures for profit. It seems like that’s a real trend with dental offices these days. And I particularly enjoy Dawn at the front desk. She is warm, helpful, and a delightful introduction to the visit.

Jodi S.

4 Months Ago

Every member of this dental practice team go out of their way to ensure that their patients are known. They have been incredible with dental emergencies, restorative dentistry and honoring neurodiversity. I have been so thankful for their compassion and dedication to our families dental health.

Marilyn M.

3 Weeks Ago

I’ve been going to Keystone for a few years now and have had nothing but wonderful experiences. The staff are knowledgeable, professional and incredibly thoughtful. I highly recommend anyone looking for a new dentist to consider Keystone.

Nicolas G.

3 Months Ago