Could your oral health habits be harming your microbiome, hormones, and long-term health? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Staci Whitman, one of the world’s leading experts in functional and integrative dentistry, to talk about the truth about fluoride, why the oral microbiome matters so much for brain and cardiovascular health, and the everyday habits that may be damaging your teeth and gums. Dr. Staci also shares the top things she recommends for healthier teeth and gums, which mouthwashes may be disrupting your microbiome, and the oral care products and routines she personally recommends. Get ready to rethink what healthy teeth really mean for your overall health.
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In this episode, you will learn:
00:00 Is fluoride doing more harm than good?
08:00 How fluoride affects pregnancy, IQ, and children’s brain health.
18:00 How fluoride and mouthwash may disrupt the oral microbiome.
20:30 What mouthwash brands are doing to your heart and hormones.
24:30 The top 5 habits for healthier teeth and gums.
30:30 Is mouth taping safe for you?
33:15 The best fluoride-free toothpaste ingredients for remineralization.
42:00 What whitening toothpaste may be doing to your teeth and microbiome.
43:00 How perimenopause and menopause impact oral health and gum disease.
Resources
Learn more about Dr. Staci Whitman HERE
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Get your FREE Guide to “The Basics” HERE - 6 things you should be doing for your health!
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