Center for Integrative Wellness and Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Katie To

Center for Integrative Wellness and Cosmetic Dentistry - Dr. Katie To Our team of Biological & Cosmetic Specialists are ready to get you a Confident Smile for Healthy Life Give us a call today!

Dr. Katie To is a Biological and Cosmetic Dentist and we specialize in customized care for our patients. Our dental care specialists treat every patient with respect, honesty and compassion, as they would treat a friend or family member. Your dental treatment plan will be customized to meet your unique goals and pace. All of us here at Dr. Katie To's office look forward to helping you achieve a confident and healthy smile for life.

Your tongue might be telling a story no one's reading. ๐Ÿ‘…Tongue ties aren't just a baby thing. Adults can have them too. ...
01/19/2026

Your tongue might be telling a story no one's reading. ๐Ÿ‘…

Tongue ties aren't just a baby thing. Adults can have them too. And they affect way more than you might think:

โœจ Breathing patterns
โœจ Sleep quality
โœจ Jaw tension and TMJ issues
โœจ Neck and shoulder pain
โœจ Digestion (yes, really)
โœจ Speech patterns
โœจ Facial development over time

When the tongue can't rest properly or move freely, the whole system compensates. And those compensations add up.

If you've ever wondered why certain issues just won't resolve no matter what you try, this might be worth exploring.

The body is connected. Everything affects everything.

Have you ever had your tongue function evaluated? ๐Ÿ’ฌ

"The best leadership is role model leadership."I say this to my team all the time. And it applies to health too. ๐ŸŒŸYou ca...
01/16/2026

"The best leadership is role model leadership."

I say this to my team all the time. And it applies to health too. ๐ŸŒŸ

You can tell your kids to eat their vegetables. But if they never see you eating yours? They notice.

You can tell your team to prioritize wellness. But if you're running on empty and skipping meals? They notice.

You can tell your patients to take care of themselves. But if you're not walking the talk? They feel it.

The most powerful thing we can do is live what we believe. Show up as the person we're asking others to become.

That's why I work on my own health constantly. Not because I'm perfect. Because I want to lead by example.

Who in your life has modeled wellness in a way that inspired you? I'd love to hear. ๐Ÿ’š

Stress doesn't just live in your mind. It lives in your jaw. ๐Ÿ˜ฌClenching. Grinding. Tension that builds up without you ev...
01/15/2026

Stress doesn't just live in your mind. It lives in your jaw. ๐Ÿ˜ฌ

Clenching. Grinding. Tension that builds up without you even noticing.

Your jaw is one of the first places your nervous system stores stress. And over time, that shows up as:

โœจ Worn down teeth
โœจ Cracked enamel
โœจ TMJ pain
โœจ Headaches that won't quit
โœจ Neck and shoulder tension

Here's what I want you to know: your body isn't broken. It's responding.

When we address the nervous system piece alongside the dental piece, everything shifts. We're not just treating symptoms. We're helping your whole system feel safer.

Where do you notice stress showing up in your body? For me, it's always been my shoulders. ๐Ÿ‘‡

01/14/2026

Why You're Getting Cavities (It's Not Your Toothbrush)

Here's a dental tip that has nothing to do with your toothbrush. ๐Ÿฆท

You can brush perfectly, floss every night, use the fanciest toothpaste, and STILL get cavities. Why? Because you're eating too close to bedtime.
In this video, I'm sharing the simple shift that has helped so many of my patients stop getting cavities. No new products. No extra steps. Just timing.

What you'll learn:

๐Ÿ”น Why eating before bed leads to more cavities
๐Ÿ”น What happens to your mouth when you eat and then lay down
๐Ÿ”น How acid from digestion affects your teeth overnight
๐Ÿ”น Why your saliva can't protect you while you sleep
๐Ÿ”น The 3-hour rule that changes everything
๐Ÿ”น Real results I've seen in my own patients

Your teeth are basically marinating in acid for eight hours when you eat right before bed. Your saliva production drops while you sleep, so there's less protection when you need it most.

One simple change. Huge results.

Try it for a month and see what happens. ๐Ÿ’›

She couldn't figure out why she kept waking up exhausted. ๐Ÿ˜ดSleep studies came back "normal enough." Her doctor said she ...
01/13/2026

She couldn't figure out why she kept waking up exhausted. ๐Ÿ˜ด

Sleep studies came back "normal enough." Her doctor said she was fine. But every morning felt like she'd barely slept at all.

When she came in for a routine visit, we started asking questions. About her breathing. Her jaw. Whether her partner ever noticed anything at night.

Turns out, her airway was compromised. Not enough to show up dramatically on a sleep study, but enough to keep her body from ever truly resting.

Once we addressed the airway component, something shifted. Deeper sleep. More energy. A morning that finally felt like morning.

Sometimes the answer isn't where anyone's looking.

Do you wake up feeling rested, or does sleep feel like it's never quite enough? I'd love to hear your experience. ๐Ÿ’ฌ

We check things other dentists don't think to check. ๐Ÿ”Biocompatibility testing. It's one of the first things we do for p...
01/12/2026

We check things other dentists don't think to check. ๐Ÿ”

Biocompatibility testing. It's one of the first things we do for patients who are getting restorations, crowns, or any dental materials placed in their mouth.

Why? Because not every material works for every body.

What's perfectly fine for one person might trigger inflammation, sensitivity, or immune responses in another. Your body has opinions about what goes in it. We think those opinions matter.

So before we place anything, we test. We make sure the materials we're using are compatible with YOUR unique system.

It's one more way we honor the truth that your mouth is connected to everything.

Have you ever wondered if your dental materials were right for your body? Drop a ๐Ÿ™‹ if this resonates.

"Medicine is not one size fits all. Nutrition is not one size fits all. Dentistry is not one size fits all."This is some...
01/09/2026

"Medicine is not one size fits all. Nutrition is not one size fits all. Dentistry is not one size fits all."

This is something I remind myself and my team constantly. ๐Ÿ™

The food pyramid you grew up with? Outdated. The standard protocol that works for most people? Might not work for you. The treatment plan that transformed someone else's smile? Your body might need something completely different.

We all have different genetics, different histories, different seasons of life, different stressors, different needs.

That's why personalized care isn't a luxury. It's a necessity.

You deserve someone who sees YOU. Not just a set of teeth. Not just a number. Not just another appointment.

Has healthcare ever felt too cookie-cutter for you? What would personalized care look like in your life? ๐Ÿ’ฌ

Your mouth has its own ecosystem. And it deserves respect. ๐Ÿฆ We talk a lot about the gut microbiome these days. But did y...
01/08/2026

Your mouth has its own ecosystem. And it deserves respect. ๐Ÿฆ 

We talk a lot about the gut microbiome these days. But did you know your mouth has one too?

Billions of bacteria live in your mouth right now. Some of them are protective. Some of them can cause problems. The balance between them? That's everything.

When we use harsh products that wipe out everything, or when we're constantly in a state of inflammation, that balance gets disrupted.
Wellness dentistry means working WITH your oral microbiome, not against it.

It means choosing products that support the good guys. It means addressing the root causes of imbalance instead of just killing everything in sight.
Your mouth is a garden. Let's tend it wisely. ๐ŸŒฑ

What products are you currently using for your oral care? Curious to hear what's in your bathroom cabinet. ๐Ÿ‘‡

Allergy season doesn't have to mean suffering. ๐ŸŒธOne of my favorite things about wellness is finding natural ways to supp...
01/07/2026

Allergy season doesn't have to mean suffering. ๐ŸŒธ

One of my favorite things about wellness is finding natural ways to support your body, especially when the seasons change and everything starts blooming.

D-Hist has been a game changer for so many of our patients (and honestly, for my own family too). It's a natural way to support your body's histamine response without the drowsiness that comes with traditional options.

And yes, they make one for the kiddos too. ๐Ÿ’›

If you've been dealing with seasonal sniffles, itchy eyes, or just feeling "off" this time of year, this might be worth looking into.

We carry both at the office if you want to grab some at your next visit. Just ask!

What's your go-to for surviving allergy season? ๐Ÿ‘‡

01/06/2026

Is Your Mouth Open Right Now? This Could Be Affecting Your Whole Body

Is your mouth open right now? ๐Ÿ‘€

Mouth breathing might seem harmless, but it's affecting way more than you think: your teeth, your sleep, your face shape, and even your nervous system.

In this video, I'm breaking down why mouth breathing is a bigger deal than most people realize, and what you can do about it starting today.

What you'll learn:

๐Ÿ”น Why your nose is designed to filter, warm, and humidify air (and your mouth isn't)
๐Ÿ”น How mouth breathing leads to dry mouth, more cavities, gum disease, and bad breath
๐Ÿ”น The surprising connection between mouth breathing and facial development
๐Ÿ”น How breathing through your mouth keeps your nervous system stuck in stress mode
๐Ÿ”น Simple ways to retrain yourself (and your kids) to breathe through your nose
๐Ÿ”น The mouth taping technique and why it works

Your breath affects everything. If you or your child is a mouth breather, this isn't just a habit. It's a health issue worth addressing.

Save this video and start paying attention today. ๐Ÿ’›

He came in convinced he was a "bad patient." ๐Ÿ˜žYears of cavities. Gums that always bled. He'd been lectured so many times...
01/05/2026

He came in convinced he was a "bad patient." ๐Ÿ˜ž

Years of cavities. Gums that always bled. He'd been lectured so many times about brushing and flossing that he'd started avoiding the dentist altogether.

But here's what no one had ever asked him: what are you eating? When are you eating? What's your stress like?

When we dug into his food journal together, we discovered he was snacking late at night, eating right before bed. His pH never had a chance to recover. His mouth was in a constant state of acid attack.

It wasn't a brushing problem. It was a timing problem.

Once we addressed that, everything changed. Fewer cavities. Calmer gums. And a patient who finally felt understood instead of blamed.
Sometimes the answer isn't trying harder. It's looking deeper.

Have you ever felt blamed for something that wasn't really your fault? Tell me about it. ๐Ÿ’ฌ

Here's something we ask every single patient. And it surprises most of them. ๐Ÿ“"Tell me about your nutrition right now."N...
01/02/2026

Here's something we ask every single patient. And it surprises most of them. ๐Ÿ“

"Tell me about your nutrition right now."

Not your diet. Your nutrition. Because diet feels like something temporary. Nutrition is how you nourish yourself for life.

Why do we ask? Because what's showing up in your mouth is often connected to what's going through it.

Cavities that keep coming back despite perfect brushing? Let's look at nutrition. Gums that won't calm down? Let's look at nutrition. Healing that takes longer than expected? You guessed it.

We're not here to judge. We're here to connect the dots that others might miss.

You are what you eat. And your mouth is often the first place that truth shows up.

Has a dentist ever asked about your nutrition? What was that experience like? ๐Ÿ‘‡

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Your entire family is welcomed at our award-winning Katy dental office. We provide a wide range of services to meet each member of your family's needs, from pediatric dentistry and airway orthodontics, to comprehensive adult care and natural smile makeovers. Dr. Katie and our dental care specialists have had extensive training in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, laser dentistry and biological wellness dentistry. We are proud to be the first and only office in Katy and surrounding area to offer mercury safe and mercury free with Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique (SMART) certified, dental ozone therapy and biocompatible dentistry. Dr. Katie To and our exceptional team treat every patient with respect, honesty and compassion, as they would treat a friend or family member. Your dental treatment plan will be customized to meet your unique goals and pace. All of us here at Dr. Katie To's office look forward to helping you achieve a confident and healthy smile for life. Give us a call today!

Here are our Core Values:

1. Treat others the way weโ€™d like to be treated

2. Deliver a Wow Experience Every Time