The mouth is not separate from the body. Chronic inflammation and hidden infection in the oral cavity don't stay contained — they can affect how the rest of the body functions. Dr. Suli's whole-body approach treats every case with this connection in mind, using biocompatible materials and minimally invasive techniques designed to support both oral and overall health.
Dr. Suli brings over a decade of international clinical experience across Germany, Switzerland, China, and the UAE. He holds IAOMT and SMART certification, the internationally recognised standard for safe mercury amalgam removal, alongside advanced training in biological and ceramic implantology through Swiss Biohealth Education. This sits alongside his core surgical qualifications — DGI specialist certification in implantology and an M.Sc. in Oral Surgery — meaning whole-body dentistry is practised as an extension of rigorous surgical training, not a separate or lesser discipline.
Additionally, Dr. Suli has lectured internationally on topics including the relationship between oral and systemic health, sharing this perspective with fellow dental professionals rather than only applying it in his own practice.
Looking after your gums and keeping your natural teeth does more than protect your smile — it's one of the most researched connections between oral health and the rest of the body. In 2025, researchers including a team from Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, where Dr. Suli trained, studied almost 95,000 patients over as long as 19 years. People with gum disease (periodontitis) had more than double the odds of developing heart disease, along with a higher likelihood of several other health issues.
These findings come from studying large groups of people, not a prediction for any one person — but they're a real reason to take gum health and keeping your natural teeth seriously for the years ahead.
Your visit begins with a thorough review of your dental and general health history, giving Dr. Suli a full picture before any recommendations are made. He evaluates any existing dental materials, restorations, or signs of chronic inflammation, and discusses treatment options that align with a biological, whole-body philosophy — always explaining the reasoning behind each option so you can make an informed choice.
If mercury amalgam removal is indicated, it is carried out under the IAOMT's SMART protocol. This internationally recognised standard uses a series of protective measures designed to minimise mercury vapour exposure during removal — including rubber dam isolation, high-volume suction and external air supply, and protective barriers for both patient and clinical team. These measures build on standard safe-removal practice with additional protocols specifically developed to reduce mercury exposure risk.
Throughout, the focus stays on using biocompatible materials and minimally invasive technique, with follow-up care that considers your recovery in the context of your overall health, not just the treated area.
It's an approach that looks at how your oral health — infections, inflammation, the technique, and the materials used in your treatment — connects to your overall health. Rather than treating the mouth in isolation, Dr. Suli sees it as part of one connected system.
Good oral health is always a positive for your overall wellbeing — the mouth doesn't operate in isolation from the rest of the body. Many patients do notice a positive shift in how they feel once an underlying oral issue is resolved, though this is best seen as a welcome possible benefit rather than a guaranteed treatment for any other condition. Dr. Suli's focus stays firmly on identifying and treating the oral health issue itself, using biologically sound, minimally invasive methods — with your overall wellbeing always in view.
SMART stands for Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique — a protocol developed by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) for removing mercury amalgam fillings as safely as possible. It's designed to keep exposure to a minimum for both you and the clinical team throughout the process.
Not at all. Plenty of patients choose this approach simply because they'd rather have biocompatible materials and gentler, less invasive techniques as their everyday standard of care — no underlying condition required.
General dentistry tends to treat the tooth or the immediate problem on its own. A whole-body approach also weighs things like material biocompatibility, systemic inflammation, and your wider health history when planning treatment — all without stepping back from the surgical precision good dentistry requires.
Not necessarily — it's a personal choice. The best next step is a consultation with Dr. Suli, who can look at your specific situation and walk you through your options.
They're closely linked. Ozone therapy and the treatment of hidden jawbone conditions like NICO or FDOJ each address a different source of oral inflammation or infection that can affect your body more broadly — all part of the same whole-body philosophy. You can read more on the Ozone Therapy and Jawbone Health pages.
Curious how a whole-body approach could apply to your care? Book a consultation with Dr. Suli to discuss your options.