Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) Certified Practitioners set the standard for functional medicine in their industry and today’s guest is no exception! In this episode, Dr. B is joined by Dr. Staci Whitman; an IFM-certified pediatric dentist, founder of NoPo Kids Dentistry, and a repeat visitor on the show. Tuning in, you’ll hear about Dr. Staci’s holistic approach to her practice and why she had a hard time “bootstrapping” the education she needed to become a true leader in functional dentistry, which still isn’t accepted as a specialization by the ADA. Dr. Staci highlights the importance of being proactive and empowering patients and shares her advice for any practitioners looking to take a more natural, whole-body approach to dentistry. Tune in to learn more about what it can look like when medicine and dentistry actually work together, plus get a sneak peek at the exciting functional dentistry course that Dr. B and Dr. Staci are codeveloping!Key Points From This Episode:How Dr. Staci’s Instagram following contributes to (or detracts from) her practice [00:33]Ways that social media engagement can help counteract patient gaslighting [02:28]A better understanding of Dr. Staci’s recent IFM accreditation [03:00]How Dr. Staci is helping to move the needle on a functional dentistry curriculum [06:22]Some of the other courses that Dr. Staci is taking to supplement her holistic approach [07:18]Learn more about the Institute of Functional Medicine [08:54]What it looks like when medicine and dentistry actually work together [14:00]Some barriers for traditional providers who want to take a more holistic approach [17:31]The functional dentistry course that Dr. B and Dr. Staci are launching soon [21:33]This week’s highs and lows, why you should be kind to your colleagues, and more! [26:40]How to find a functional provider using the Functional Dentist Directory [33:36]How to Submit Your Question:Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Staci Whitman's Website: https://doctorstaci.com/Follow Dr. Staci Whitman on Instagram @doctor_staciTeeth: The Story of Beauty, Inequality, and the Struggle for Oral Health in AmericaC-Reactive Protein (CRP) Testing LetterBristle Oral Microbiome Testing and CareDr. Burhenne's website Ask the DentistAbout Dr. Mark BurhenneFollow Dr. B on Instagram @askthedentistFollow Dr. B on Twitter @askthedentistAsk Dr. B a QuestionCheck Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter