#225: Learn how to optimize your oral health to prevent disease and improve your overall health. We cover the ideal oral care routine, negative impacts of mouth breathing, the truth about fluoride, the role of nutrition and diet, how to choose the right dentist, dental coverage options, and so much more.

Dr. Mark Burhenne is a functional dentist, author, and the founder of Ask the Dentist, a go-to resource for evidence-based oral health education. He is also the co-founder of Fygg, a toothpaste that protects the oral microbiome while remineralizing and whitening teeth.

Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/oral-health-dr-mark-burhenne

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Full Show Notes

(00:00) Introduction

(02:20) Is Good Oral Health a Sign of Longevity?

(04:30) How Inflammation in the Mouth Affects the Entire Body

(08:16) Factors That Influence the Oral Microbiome

(10:47) The Connection Between Cavities and Mouth Breathing

(15:07) Thoughts on Mouth Taping

(16:00) Foods That Are Bad for Your Oral Health

(20:13) Ways to Test Your Oral Health

(22:25) Things to Avoid if You Want Good Oral Health

(25:14) The Ideal Daily Oral Care Routine

(28:47) Regular vs. Electric Toothbrushes

(32:03) How to Floss Right

(36:10) A Quick Overview of Toothpaste

(40:53) Ingredients to Look for in Your Toothpaste

(43:12) Is Fluoride Actually Bad for Your Teeth?

(46:08) How to Find a Good Dentist

(48:43) How Often Should You Get Your Teeth Cleaned?

(50:54) Dental Insurance vs. Dental Plans

(56:31) Why Your Dentist Might Be Influenced by Your Dental Insurance

(1:03:19) Dental Tourism

(1:04:29) Rapid Fire Questions

(1:10:40) Where to Find Dr. Mark

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