Dr Pascal Nguyen

Your saliva reveals more than you think.

700+ bacterial species live in your mouth. When that ecosystem tips out of balance, it shows up as cavities, gum disease — and systemic issues. Salivary microbiome testing identifies dysbiosis before symptoms appear.

At PJN Dental, we assess your whole ecosystem.

Biological dentists aren't anti-root canal.

We're pro whole-patient evaluation.

The question isn't just "can we save the tooth?"

It's:
→ What's your immune status?
→ Do you have heavy metal exposure?
→ Do any symptoms correlate with that tooth's timeline?

Most dental offices skip these questions.

We don't.

Your dentist might be the first person to catch your sleep apnea.

Narrow arches, tongue scalloping, grinding wear, and restricted airways — these are all signs we screen for at PJN Dental. Sleep apnea raises your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes if left untreated.

The good news? For many patients, a custom oral appliance is all it takes — no CPAP required.

Ask us about airway screening at your next visit.

Most patients say yes to dental implants without knowing the 5 questions they should ask first.

Is the bone healthy? Are you reactive to metals? Have you been offered zirconia? What's the failure plan?

An implant is a 20-year decision. Know what you're agreeing to.

Sleep apnea in women is underdiagnosed by 90%.

They don't snore loud.
They're exhausted, anxious, and can't sleep.
They're told it's hormones or stress.

But often — it's their airway.

At PJN Dental, we screen every patient for airway issues. Women especially.

Save this for the woman in your life who's been told "everything looks fine" but feels anything but.

Your saliva tells a story.

Over 700 bacterial species live in your mouth — and when that balance tips, it shows up as cavities, gum disease, bad breath, and even systemic issues.

Salivary microbiome testing lets us identify exactly what's going on before problems become visible. It's precision dentistry that treats root causes, not just symptoms.

At PJN Dental, we look at the whole ecosystem. That's what biological dentistry means.

Mercury-safe dentistry is about protocol, not panic.

There is a difference between fearful marketing and clinical precision.

Safe amalgam removal is real. And the protocol matters more than the sales pitch.

What it actually involves:
→ Isolation and sectioning (SMART protocol)
→ High-volume evacuation
→ Air filtration in the room
→ Patient oxygen
→ Careful cleanup and rinsing

Not every existing filling needs to come out tomorrow. A thoughtful plan considers your symptoms, health history, timing, and budget.

Biocompatibility is also personal — the right replacement material for you may be different from the person in the next chair.

We explain all of this before we touch anything.

Did you know gum disease is linked to heart disease? 🫀

Research shows people with periodontal disease have 2–3× higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Oral bacteria actually travel through the bloodstream and contribute to arterial inflammation.

At PJN Dental, we treat gum health as whole-body health — because that's exactly what it is.

If you can't remember your last periodontal screening, it's time to schedule one.

Mercury-safe dentistry is about protocol, not panic.

Safe amalgam removal is a real and important service. But the protocol matters more than fear-based marketing.

What it actually involves: isolation, high-volume evacuation, air filtration, patient oxygen, and careful sectioning of the filling.

Not every existing amalgam filling needs to come out tomorrow. A good plan considers your symptoms, health history, timing, and budget — not just urgency.

Biocompatibility is also personal. We choose replacement materials based on your biology, not just availability.

Questions about safe amalgam removal? Call our Beaverton office.