Today we are joined by Dr. David Perlmutter to discuss how oral health (and health in general) relates to brain health. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Dr. Perlmutter’s illustrious career, what prompted him to study the brain microbiome, and how your overall health affects the health of your brain. Dr. Perlmutter has discovered that there are two primary issues causing leaky gut and in this episode, he explains what they are and how they are treated/worsened. We even delve into how the brain works, what permeates the blood-brain barrier, inflammation in the brain, and so much more! Next, we get into the nitty gritty as we discuss how oral diseases affect the brain, the effects fluoride has on the brain and IQ, and what happens when the mitochondrial brain function is disrupted. Finally, Dr. Perlmutter explains why the pineal gland calcifying prematurely is problematic. You don’t want to miss out on this incredibly informative episode, so tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Introducing our guest, neurologist, Dr. David Perlmutter to discuss oral health as it relates to brain health [00:00:21]An overview of Dr. Perlmutter’s career so far, his achievements, awards, appearances, and books [00:01:57]The connections between oral health and overall health [00:04:36]What prompted Dr. Perlmutter to get involved in brain microbiome research and how inflammation plays a role [00:11:23]The two primary things that are causing leaky gut: dysbiosis and non-celiac gluten sensitivity and how medication and food affect gut bacteria [00:14:16]What affects the permeability of the blood-brain barrier, what types of bacteria and viruses are found in the brain, and how inflammation affects the brain [00:20:39]How to handle daunting oral diseases knowing how negatively they affect the brain and why there are times when having an inflamed brain is advantageous [00:40:35]What fluoride does to the brain and how it affects IQ, and the importance of calcium [00:44:09]What happens when mitochondrial brain function is disrupted [00:48:26]The effects when the pineal gland calcifies prematurely [00:53:00]How to Submit Your Question:Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. David PerlmutterOral bacteria and your health - With Dr. Mark BurhenneFollow Dr. David Perlmutter on Instagram @davidperlmutterFollow Dr. David Perlmutter on Twitter @DavidPerlmutterAsk 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