Holistic Dentistry, for Everyone.

Ballston Spa’s Holistic Dentist

Meet Dr. Fred Dreher

Dr. Fred Dreher has countless years of experience as a leading holistic dentist in Ballston and is passionate about helping improve his patients’ overall quality of life. He is always looking for new ways to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and research in his field so he can continue providing his patients with safe, informed dentistry.

Meet Dr. Dreher

Mouth Dental Specialist

Meet Dr. Dianna Cortese

We are incredibly lucky to have Dr. Dianna Cortese. She’s an oral cancer specialist and has years of training and specialized skills that she’s bringing to the practice, including holistic care for children and oral microbiome analysis. She shares Dr. Dreher’s goal of improving her patients’ quality of life with thorough and educational dentistry.


Her mission is to support you to improve your quality of life, focusing on cancer survival and thriving with the goal to try and prevent cancer in the first place (or a recurrence). She believes that healing from cancer should not be a one-size-fits-all model of medicine. The approach that she takes with her patients is personalized to each individual and their situation. Dr. D's goal is to help you get well by empowering you to strengthen your mind, body, and spirit, as supporting you from many different directions is essential for healing cancer.

Meet Dr. Cortese

The Only Holistic Dentist Within 120 Miles

What People Have to Say About Us

Truly the best dentist experience I’ve ever had! I feel like many people get a bit of anxiety going to the dentist, but this has opened my eyes to how amazing it can be! Kendra was AMAZING. She was so informative and thorough. She explained exactly what was going on with my teeth in such a simple way and steered me in the right direction. Dr. Dreher is incredible as well.

Kennedy M. Ballston Spa, NY

“What a lovely experience I just had at this dental practice. Really refreshing to see a holistic doc in the area that goes the extra mile for his patient’s health. Highly recommend, also the dental technician and front desk were very knowledgeable and professional! Definitely going to be sticking with them for some time to come.”

Christopher B. Capital District, NY

“My daughter and I have been going to Dr. Dreher for a few years now. I have been to several dentists in my lifetime, and Dr. Dreher and his staff are the very best, bar none. Highly, highly recommended.”

Jason N. Troy, NY

“Dr. Dreher and his staff safely removed my amalgam filling. They answered everyone of my questions and listened to me about my concerns regarding waiting longer to feel number before beginning the procedure and checking in with me often to make sure I was ok. It was a really positive experience and I’m so relieved my mouth is now amalgam free. Thanks Dr. Dreher!”

Sara H. Saratoga, NY

“I've been a patient of Dr. Dreher's for several years now. Having had MANY traumatic dental experiences since my teen years, I experience a significant amount of anxiety with any dental issues. I was looking for a compassionate and competent dentist. Holistic care is also very important to me. Dr. Dreher came highly recommended in all areas of concern!”

Jules C. Albany, NY

“My son made me an appointment after listening to me complain about a tooth too long! Dr. Dreher is a new dentist for us, and he got me in right away for a very over sensitive tooth. His application of Novocain was above and beyond. I didn't feel it even a bit the way he pre numbed me with a topical.”

Roxane N. Albany, NY

“I had shopped for a holistic dentist to remove all my mercury fillings since I was concerned about the safe removal and wanted an experienced dentist who follows the protocols as developed by the IAOMT which is all about the protection of the patient and the practitioner. Dr. Dreher fit the bill and I have been extremely impressed by him and his wonderful staff who are all extremely pleasant, well trained and professional.”

Penny M. Schenectady, NY

I take my health very seriously, so I was excited to find a holistic dental practice in the capital region. As a new patient, I've had a very positive experience so far. Dr. Dreher and team are very thorough and efficient in their work. It's refreshing to have a dentist who asks the right questions and actually cares about your well-being. The staff is incredibly helpful and pleasant. Definitely recommend!

Kate M. Rotterdam, NY

I trust the Dr. Dreher is giving me the minimum that'll get the job done based on my concerns trying to stay as holistic as possible.”

Michael Holistic Dental Patient