“ The mouth is the gateway to the entire body. It's not just about having a cute, pretty, cosmetically nice smile. It really directly impacts your overall health in so many ways.” ~Whitney DiFoggio Whitney DiFoggio, AKA TeethTalkGirl, is a dental hygienist who shares evidence-based dental advice online - while debunking all the misinformation out there. In this episode Whitney and I discuss the steps you need to take to build the perfect oral hygiene routine, why so many of us are at risk of issues like gum disease and the truth behind all the wild claims flying around. Stay tuned to find out: ➡︎ Why you’re only cleaning 60% of your teeth if you skip out on flossing ➡︎ The science of mouthwash, miswak toothbrushes, water flossing & tonsil stones ➡ Why at-home teeth whitening might be making them more yellow ➡︎ Why it’s crazy to skip out on fluoride in your toothpaste ➡︎ The link between oral health and cognitive decline Connect with Whitney: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TeethTalk/about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teethtalkgirl/ Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy to action health tips, interesting facts and science to fill your curiosity: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book “This Book May Save Your Life”: https://geni.us/DrKaranBook An OG Podcasts production. #DrKaran #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #HealthTips Don't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1 About Dr Karan: Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor, author, and educator dedicated to making health and medical science accessible to all. Through evidence-based analysis, he addresses topics such as gut health, brain health, and healthy lifestyle choices, while dispelling common medical myths with a touch of dark humor. His content provides reliable, research-driven insights designed to inform and empower viewers to better understand their health. Follow Dr Karan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaranR/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr X: https://twitter.com/drkaranrajan Website: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation Your Teeth Are Secretly Destroying Your Health (And How To Fix Them) | Whitney DiFoggio | Dr Karan https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran