The Mouth-Body Connection: Dr. Taylor Shank on Integrative Dentistry & the Oral Microbiome | Ep. 48 скачать в хорошем качестве

The Mouth-Body Connection: Dr. Taylor Shank on Integrative Dentistry & the Oral Microbiome | Ep. 48

Most people think oral health is just about teeth. In reality, your mouth is deeply connected to gut health, inflammation, heart disease, brain health, sleep, airway function, and the nervous system. In this episode of Living Vividly, we sit down with Dr. Taylor Shank, founder of Shank Dental in Lafayette, to explore integrative dentistry and how the oral microbiome influences whole-body health. This conversation reframes dentistry as a systems-based, preventive, and functional practice. Episode Breakdown: 0:02 Oral health and whole-body health connection 1:06 What a comprehensive dental exam should include 1:27 Oral bacteria testing and patient-specific care 1:42 Saliva pH, acidity, and cavity risk 3:11 Oral microbiome basics (cavities vs gum disease) 3:50 Mouth-gut connection and oral dysbiosis 4:37 Gum disease and systemic inflammation 5:42 Heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s links 7:19 Laser dentistry overview 8:05 Laser vs drilling for cavity removal 9:16 Infrared laser therapy and healing 10:12 Mitochondria, ATP, and lymphatic drainage 14:40 Minimally invasive dentistry philosophy 17:33 Amalgam fillings and mercury explained 20:10 Genetic susceptibility to metal toxicity 22:12 Mercury vapor exposure over time 24:09 Safe amalgam removal protocols 27:35 Weston Price, nutrition, and jaw development 30:28 Micronutrients and tooth density 32:29 Fluoride debate and public health context 36:28 Fluoride levels, IQ, and thyroid discussion 40:13 Hydroxyapatite toothpaste vs fluoride 41:44 Acidic drinks and enamel erosion 43:02 Sparkling water and tooth health 44:03 Tongue scraping and biofilm control 45:27 Flossing and oral hygiene basics 49:32 Mouthwash, alcohol, and microbiome disruption 51:17 Jaw exercisers and TMJ risks 54:15 Nicotine pouches and oral tissue changes 55:01 What the mouth reveals about airway and deficiencies 58:26 Burning mouth syndrome and nerve connections 1:02:35 What “living vividly” really means References: Metals in the mouth cause precancer changes in oral tissues Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Path Oral Radiol, 2012 May; 113(5):644–654 Metals in the mouth affect immune response in the mouth Neuro Endocrinol Lett, 2013; 34(8):802–808 Metals in the mouth cause T-cell hypersensitivity and autoimmune responses Neuro Endocrinol Lett, 2010; 31(3):283–289 Removal of metals improves long-term health of most patients Neuro Endocrinol Lett, 2006 Dec; 27 Suppl 1:7–16 Metals in the mouth cause liver and kidney damage Med Hypotheses, 2000 Nov; 73(5):716–717 Metals in the mouth induce toxicity J Dent, 2013 Nov; 41(11):1091–1100 Metals in the mouth contribute to oral lichen planus Contact Dermatitis, 2003 Jun; 48(6):331–336 Metals in the mouth cause corrosion and allergy leading to oral lichen planus Int J Oral Surg, 1984 Feb; 13(1):16–24 Metals in the mouth cause systemic inflammation Folia Microbiol, 2011 Jul–Aug; 37(4):90–97 Corrosion products from dental metals travel throughout the body Acta Odontol Latinoam, 2009; 22(1):3–9 Metals in the mouth affect bone tissue function and compactness Stomatologiia (Mosk), 1996 May–Jun; 75(3):19–22 — Connect with Dr. Taylor Shank (Shank Dental Care) 📲 Instagram→   / shank_dental   👥 Facebook→   / shankdds   🌐 Website→ https://www.shankdental.com/ — 💫 Join the Living Vividly Community Instagram →   / livingvividlypodcast   Facebook →   / livingvividlypodcast