In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Dr. Maria Florou reacts to some of the most common oral hygiene advice circulating online, and separates fact from fiction. From oil pulling myths to water flossing techniques, she offers a clinical lens on what actually works, what’s misunderstood, and what could be doing more harm than good.

Drawing from her dental practice and personal experience, Dr. Florou shares her take on salt water rinses, xylitol gum, and why she doesn’t recommend chemical mouthwashes. She also explains how dry mouth overnight impacts your oral microbiome, and why your morning routine, starting with tongue scraping, can anchor your health for the entire day. This episode is a grounded, science-backed reaction to the trends shaping modern oral care.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:03 - TikTok Trends: Tongue Scraping Technique

00:03:36 - The Truth About Water Flossers

00:06:35 - The Importance of Oral Health and Infections

00:10:16 - Understanding Bite Classifications

00:14:12 - The Impact of Bite Misalignment on Health

00:15:40 - Specialists vs. General Dentists

00:16:24 - Fluoride and Its Risks

00:18:33 - Veneers: A Conservative Approach

00:21:17 - Holistic Dentistry and Root Canals

00:23:18 - The Dangers of Mercury Fillings