Less Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself

#425 Cancer Clues in Your Mouth with Dr. Nammy Patel

Oct 29, 2025

Dr. Nammy Patel, a groundbreaking holistic dentist and founder of Green Dentistry in San Francisco, dives deep into the mouth-body connection. She reveals how oral health reflects systemic wellness and discusses concepts like "leaky mouth" and its impact on inflammation. Learn about the significance of nose breathing and salivary testing for healing. Dr. Patel emphasizes daily habits like flossing and using nitric oxide gum to enhance oral health and prevent disease, transforming traditional dental care into a proactive approach for overall vitality.

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ANECDOTE

Personal Loss Sparked Whole‑Body Dentistry

Dr. Nammy Patel explains her brother's unexpected heart attack after oral surgery, which launched her focus on the oral-systemic connection.
That personal loss drove her to study functional medicine and test the oral microbiome for systemic disease risks.

INSIGHT

Saliva Testing Predicts Systemic Risk

Salivary microbiome testing reveals specific bacteria linked to heart attack, diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune conditions.
Dr. Patel uses pre/post tests to measure bacterial reductions and personalize treatment plans.

INSIGHT

Leaky Mouth Drives Systemic Inflammation

The mouth is not separate from the body: a "leaky mouth" can seed systemic inflammation.
Swallowed oral bacteria (about five gallons daily) challenge the immune system and drive disease when unchecked.

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This week on the Less Stressed Life, we’re talking about what your mouth is really saying about your health. 🦷

Dr. Nammy Patel joins me to unpack how oral bacteria, inflammation, and even how you breathe reflect what’s happening in your body. We talk “leaky mouth,” nitric oxide, and simple habits—like nose breathing and saliva support—that help your body heal from the inside out.

If you’ve dealt with recurring issues or inflammation that won’t quit, this episode will change how you think about prevention.

📗Check out Nammy's book here: https://www.drnammypatel.com/book/

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
• Your mouth mirrors whole-body health
• “Leaky mouth” drives systemic inflammation
• Dry mouth throws off your microbiome
• Nose breathing boosts nitric oxide + repair
• Small habits create big shifts in healing

ABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Nammy Patel is a pioneering biological and holistic dentist, bestselling author, and founder of Green Dentistry in San Francisco—one of the first eco-friendly dental practices in the U.S. She blends cutting-edge technology with Ayurvedic and functional medicine principles to treat the whole body, not just the mouth. Known for her data-driven approach, Dr. Nammy uses advanced diagnostics, salivary testing, and oral microbiome analysis to detect early signs of systemic disease and promote prevention over treatment. Her mission: to transform dentistry into a proactive path toward whole-body vitality and long-term health.

WHERE TO FIND GUEST:
Website: https://www.drnammypatel.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnammypatel/

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