In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Carrie Jones sits down with Dr. Leedia Riman to explore the often-overlooked connection between women's hormones and oral health.

You'll hear them discuss:

• Why over 65% of women encounter dental disease during or after pregnancy
• How hormones like estrogen and relaxin impact your oral health
• Why oral dysbiosis leads to gut issues
• Practical oral care advice for women
  
  

Dr. Leedia Riman is a holistic dentist, specializing in women's oral health throughout different life stages. Her personal experience with hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy and following dental complications deepened her understanding of the connection between hormones and oral health. She takes an integrative approach to dentistry, focusing on the relationship between oral health, hormones, and overall wellness. Dr. Riman currently runs the R Dental Group and is particularly passionate about building bridges between dental care and other medical specialties for comprehensive women's health care.

Labs Mentioned

• Oral DNA Test
• Micronutrient Testing
• Hormone Testing
  
  

Guest Details:

• Dr. Leedia Riman’s Website, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok
• R Dental Group Website

Rupa Health Details:

• Rupa Health's Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube
• Rupa Health Reference Guide & Magazine
• Dr. Carrie Jones Website, Instagram, Facebook & TikTok

Timestamps

00:12 - The Oral-Vaginal Connection

05:38 - Common Oral Symptoms During Pregnancy

07:57 - How Oral Dysbiosis Impacts Gut Health

15:43 - Oral Health in Perimenopause and Menopause

19:07 - The Mysterious Burning Mouth Syndrome

24:53 - Oral Care for Every Stage

30:09 - Supplements That Support Oral and Overall Health

36:19 - Postpartum Oral Health

41:21 - Personalized Protocols for Perimenopause and Menopause

50:07 - Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste and Other Safe Oral Care Products

52:47 - Where to Find Dr. Leedia Riman