Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+

Ep. 482 How the Oral Microbiome Impacts Your Whole Body with Dr. Staci Whitman


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I am thrilled to connect with Dr. Staci Whitman today. She is a leading authority in functional dentistry, on a mission to revolutionize oral healthcare with a unique blend of scientific expertise and compassionate care, dedicated to creating a knowledgeable and cavity-free world.

In our discussion, Dr. Staci explains how the oral microbiome functions as a gatekeeper for systemic health, and we examine the impact of chronic mouth breathing and the significance of nitric oxide production. We explore allergies, myofascial symmetry, physical therapy, sleep disorders, and breathing as a continuum, and discuss changes during menopause that impact the oral microbiome, affecting salivary flow, bacterial diversity, risk for gum disease, changes in taste, oral pain, and impaired immune defences. Dr. Staci shares her thoughts on how dentistry needs a reboot, whether fluoride should be in drinking water and toothpaste, and the impact of veneers, braces, and Invisalign. She also offers tips and tools for optimal oral health. 

This discussion with Dr. Staci Whitman offers powerful insights, and I look forward to having her join us again after her book comes out in 2027.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: 

  • Why is the oral microbiome so important?

  • Why chronic mouth breathing is not benign

  • The steps middle-aged women can take, from a dental perspective, to help navigate hormonal changes during menopause 

  • How oral dysbiosis affects various organ systems

  • How hormone replacement therapy can save the quality of your jawbone and teeth

  • Why women must optimize their diets to support midlife hormonal changes

  • How common dental advice can sometimes be more harmful than beneficial for the long-term health of your microbiome.

  • Ways to optimize your oral microbiome

  • The benefits of tongue scraping and oil pulling

  • Popular dental trends that concern Dr. Staci, as a dental expert

    Bio:

    Dr. Staci Whitman, a leading authority in functional dentistry, is on a mission to revolutionize oral healthcare. With a unique blend of scientific expertise and compassionate care, she's dedicated to creating a cavity-free world. Dr. Staci is board-certified in pediatrics, integrative dentistry, and naturopathic dentistry and is one of the only dentists in the world to have her Functional Medicine Certification from the Institute of Functional Medicine. She founded one of the leading Functional Pediatric Dental offices in the country, where she takes a whole-body and holistic approach to her care. She is the co-founder of the Institute for Functional Dentistry, launching in summer 2025, and lectures globally on Functional Dentistry and the Oral Systemic Connection. She is also the co-founder of Feed Your Good Guys (Fygg), a microbiome-friendly oral care.

    With a passion for optimizing the oral microbiome, hormonal health, nutritional status, and sleep and airway health, she is a sought-after expert and educator with a heavy focus on preventative dentistry, cavity arrest, and remineralization, and the oral-gut-brain axis. Dr. Staci passionately shares her knowledge and insights on creating happy teeth and healthy lives.

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