Functional Dentist Dispels the MYTHS About Oral Health | Dr. Mark Burhenne

Dr. Mark Burhenne is a bestselling author. He’s a family and sleep medicine dentist who has been in private practice nearly 35 years. Dr. B has focused on patient-centered and preventative dental healthcare.

He is the creator of Ask the Dentist, which is dedicated to exploring the mouth-body connection and the role of the oral microbiome. Dr. B is also the creator of FYGG.

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In this episode, we discuss:
00:00 - Intro
01:11 - Lifestyle choices that affect oral health
05:50 - Avoid this common mistake when brushing
13:14 - The benefits of chewing xylitol gum
23:08 - How to optimize the oral microbiome
32:23 - Dr. B’s oral care routine + recommendations
47:28 - Don’t get amalgam fillings + safer options
1:03:07 - Causes of gum disease + prevention
1:13:26 - The surprising truth about root canals
1:24:49 - Cavitations aren't very common
1:47:11 - How to find a dentist you can trust
1:55:53 - Dr. Ellie's "natural" oral care recommendations

Show notes: https://ultimatehealthpodcast.com/610

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