The Biofilm Factor

This week the questions turn to our very own host Dr. Ryan Nolan as we reflect on the guests and themes of season one. Find the links to each episode and its guest in the show notes!

The toothpaste and mouthwash you are using may be more acidic than you think. Dr. Ryan Nolan and Dr. Jason Luchtefeld give advice to dentists and patients about the current dentifrice products on the market. In the end, basic products perform better. For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor and @ryannolandmd or find us on Facebook at The Biofilm Factor Podcast.

Dr. Ryan Nolan talks with Adrian Corbett about healing the gut and cultivating good bacteria through proper food and lifestyle choices. In fact, the majority of the time, our overall health can be controlled simply by the food we choose to eat. When it comes to your health, are you ready to start trusting your gut? For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor and @ryannolandmd or find us on Facebook at The Biofilm Factor Podcast.

Dr. Ryan Nolan and Dr. Alvin Danenberg open up the discussion on the complexities of healthy living. From necessary diet changes and vitamins to the negative effects of supplement overuse, these doctors provide real advice about how to improve your gut and oral biome. When are we going to realize that if we continue to eat processed food and don’t take care of our bodies, our bodies won’t be able to take care of us? For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor and @ryannolandmd.

Dr. Ryan Nolan and Dr. Lewis Chen talk about the importance of nutrition in maintaining a healthy mouth. The amount of individuals with diabetes continues to grow, showing that people are handling and understanding their health incorrectly. However, through the promotion of nutrition by dentists, this can change. Because ultimately, dentists and doctors are on the same team. For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor and @ryannolandmd.

Dr. Ryan Nolan and Dr. Jenna Macciochi, immunologist, discuss the role of diet in cultivating healthy bugs in our oral and gut microbiomes. The connection between a balanced diet and lifestyle and our immune system is an important link in our health. We’ve pushed away germs for so long, but it turns out they are actually keeping us alive. For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor and @ryannolandmd or find us on Facebook at The Biofilm Factor Podcast.

Dr. Ryan Nolan and Dr. Donald Ross, prosthodontist and founder of Digital Ape Dental Labs, discuss the All-on-4 procedure in depth. They pick apart the currently flawed and disjointed approach of the All-on-4, and how it can benefit from a specialized restorative doctor. They conclude that the All-on-4 needs a cohesive and consistent method to ensure success for patients, dentists and surgeons. For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor.

Dr. Ryan Nolan and Dr. William Nordquist delve into the complex world of bacteria and try to expose the harmful nature of modified bacteria, i.e. spirochetes. In addition, they contest the balance of a life sustained by modern medication instead of relying on wholesome earthly resources. Do you play an active role in deciding your health? For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor and @ryannolandmd or find us on Facebook at The Biofilm Factor Podcast.

Dr. Ryan Nolan talks with Mark Rogers, founder of the Simply Human podcast. They discuss the growing struggle to maintain a daily range of motion and how misinformation can manipulate society’s view of health. “Healthy” isn’t just a number. It’s not how you look. It’s how you feel. For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor and @ryannolandmd or find us on Facebook at The Biofilm Factor Podcast.

Dr. Ryan Nolan talks with Dr. Kim Kutsch, CEO and founder of CTX CariFree Rinse. They discuss the four main risk factors of dental caries and break down the complicated effects of the microbiome. We need to be an active participant in managing our bacteria. We can influence what bacteria lives inside us, whether that be for good or bad. For more on The Biofilm Factor, follow on Instagram @biofilmfactor and @ryannolandmd or find us on Facebook at The Biofilm Factor Podcast.