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This chapter explores the vital importance of oral health beyond aesthetics, highlighting its impact on overall bodily health. It introduces the concept of the oral microbiome and suggests incorporating oral health as a critical pillar of well-being alongside mental and physical health.

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In this episode, I discuss the importance of oral health for dental and microbiome health and general physical and mental well-being. I explain science-supported protocols for strengthening your teeth and gums, including how to remineralize your teeth. I cover the best approaches and timing for brushing and flossing, tongue, gum, and oral microbiome care and how oral health is critically important to offset metabolic, cardiac, and brain diseases, including dementia. I also discuss proper nutrition for oral health, fluoride, and how sugar and mouth breathing can accelerate tooth decay. This episode ought to be of interest to everyone seeking to improve their physical health, mental health, and lifespan, given the critical role that oral health plays in all of these.

Read the full show notes for this episode at hubermanlab.com.