Your mouth isn’t separate from your health—it’s a control center. In this candid, practical conversation, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Ilona Fotek, a recognized leader in biological & cosmetic dentistry and founder of Dental Healing Arts (Jupiter, FL), to map the mouth–body connection and the overlooked dental “root causes” behind fatigue, sinus issues, brain fog, cardiovascular risk, and more.

We unpack:

• Cavitations & infected root canals: what they are, why they’re missed on 2D X-rays, and how CBCT finds them
• The oral microbiome (spirochetes, Candida), in-office saliva testing, and microscope visuals that change behavior
• Everyday choices that erode enamel: lemon water, kombucha, citric-acid electrolytes, dark-roast coffee—and how to protect your teeth (salt-water rinse → then brush)
• Safer oral care: nano-hydroxyapatite > fluoride for remineralization; mouthwash pitfalls; oil pulling; tongue scraping; electric brushing
• Ozone dentistry to rescue teeth and support gum health
• Airway & bite: grinding, myofunctional therapy, tongue-ties, and the “small jaw” epidemic in kids
• Implants & materials: pure titanium vs zirconia, when each makes sense, and sensitivity testing (ELISA)
• Smart hygiene routines (brush/floss/tongue, peroxide soaks for trays/guards)

Guest: Dr. Ilona Fotek — Biological & Cosmetic Dentist, Founder of Dental Healing Arts (Jupiter, FL). Accepting new patients. Follow her on Instagram, Tiktok, and Facebook. 

Mentioned in the Episode:

Dr. Jen dental products
Bristle Saliva Test
Biocidin Botanicals
Dental Probiotics- ProBiora
PureO3 Ozone Products
PromoLife

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