In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Carrie Jones sits down with Dr. Leedia Riman to explore the often-overlooked connection between women's hormones and oral health.
You'll hear them discuss:
- Why over 65% of women encounter dental disease during or after pregnancy
- How hormones like estrogen and relaxin impact your oral health
- Why oral dysbiosis leads to gut issues
- Practical oral care advice for women
Dr. Leedia Riman is a holistic dentist, specializing in women's oral health throughout different life stages. Her personal experience with hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy and following dental complications deepened her understanding of the connection between hormones and oral health. She takes an integrative approach to dentistry, focusing on the relationship between oral health, hormones, and overall wellness. Dr. Riman currently runs the R Dental Group and is particularly passionate about building bridges between dental care and other medical specialties for comprehensive women's health care.
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Timestamps
00:12 - The Oral-Vaginal Connection
05:38 - Common Oral Symptoms During Pregnancy
07:57 - How Oral Dysbiosis Impacts Gut Health
15:43 - Oral Health in Perimenopause and Menopause
19:07 - The Mysterious Burning Mouth Syndrome
24:53 - Oral Care for Every Stage
30:09 - Supplements That Support Oral and Overall Health
36:19 - Postpartum Oral Health
41:21 - Personalized Protocols for Perimenopause and Menopause
50:07 - Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste and Other Safe Oral Care Products
52:47 - Where to Find Dr. Leedia Riman
