#57. The Mouth-Body Connection: Exploring Dental Decay, Gum Disease, and Health with Heather the Hygienist

01/11/2023 48 min Temporada 1 Episodio 57

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Episode Synopsis

Welcome to another episode of Pockets of Knowledge! I have the pleasure of hosting Heather the Hygienist. Heather dives into a crucial and often overlooked topic: the connection between health, tooth decay, and gum disease.
Our discussion kicks off with understanding the oral microbiome and its significant role in overall health. Heather sheds light on the importance of this intricate ecosystem and how it can impact conditions like heart health and  Alzheimer's. She also explains how individuals can identify potential markers for Alzheimer's through their oral health.
As the conversation progresses, Heather provides valuable insights into the treatment of gum disease and periodontal disease, emphasizing why a standard cleaning may not suffice in certain cases.
We also delve into the world of dental products and hygiene practices. Heather guides us on beneficial products and offers advice on what to avoid. She discusses the reasons behind her stance on fluoride and advocates for natural alternatives to promote a holistic approach to oral care.
Tune in to this episode of Pockets of Knowledge as we unravel the intricate relationship between oral health and conditions like Alzheimer's.
Bio: Heather the Hygienist is a certified biological dental hygienist and a certified registered dental hygienist for 25 years.  She grew up on a farm in Minnesota and Wisconsin but moved to Florida in the 1980's.  Her parents were hippies and loved all things natural, so that started her on a path to wellness, especially after one of her twin daughters had serious health problems, including food allergies.  It wasn't until 2010, however, that Heather started to look into the chemicals in commercial products.  On a mission to provide patients with the cleanest, most effective oral care products on the market, Heather created Simply Silver Mouthwash, Toothpaste, and Breath Spray.  She is the author of The Great Tooth Deception, Dentistry for Dummies, and Dorothy and the Tale of the Lost Tooth.  She is also a public speaker, practicing clinician, personal dental consultant, wife, and mom to beautiful twin daughters.  She resides in Tampa, FL, and loves spending time with her family and the beach.
Connect with Heather:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.simplysilvermouthwash.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplysilvermouthwash1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplysilvermouthwash/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SimplySilverMouthwash/videos?themeRefresh=1
If you would like to learn more about doing a biomarker test for the precursor to Alzheimer’s or pancreatic cancer, please contact Heather via this link: https://www.simplysilvermouthwash.com/pages/dentalconsult 
Books mentioned:
Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out Kindle Edition by Jim Burns
Dentistry for dummies: How to NOT be taken advantage of in the chair Kindle Edition by Heather The Hygienist
Podcasts mentioned:
Mike Adams - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-health-ranger-report/id1063165791
Dr. Hyman - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-doctors-farmacy-with-mark-hyman-m-d/id1382804627———
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