We brush our teeth every day. It’s one of those things we do without thinking. But your mouth is doing much more than just housing your teeth. It’s closely linked to protecting your heart, reducing your risk of type 2 diabetes, and even potentially preventing dementia. In fact, a regular hygienist appointment can improve blood sugar levels and significantly reduce inflammation in the body. Today I’m joined by Dr Victoria Sampson, a functional dentist and researcher who’s changing how we think about oral health. She’s helping us understand that the mouth isn’t separate from the rest of the body – it’s also where chronic disease can start to show up. 📌 We talk about: 0:00:00 – Can brushing your teeth help prevent dementia? 01:25 – The link between mouth bacteria and Alzheimer’s? 03:53 – Can propolis help your gums? 09:41 – Is mouthwash bad for your oral microbiome? 12:48 – Gum disease and diabetes 16:06 – Can poor oral health raise your heart disease risk? 25:51 – Does your mouth affect your mental health? 33:08 – Mouth signs you should never ignore 33:25 – Why bleeding gums are a big red flag 36:48 – Why mouth inflammation spreads fast 38:05 – What ulcers can tell you 40:24 – Coating on your tongue? 43:09 – What causes bad breath? 45:12 – Metallic taste in the mouth 47:49 – How to floss without damaging your gums 50:08 – What causes gum recession? 53:42 – When should kids see an orthodontist? 56:03 – Is microbiome testing worth it? 58:17 – Fluoride or hydroxyapatite? 1:01:08 – Should fluoride be in water? 1:24:09 – Best oral care routine 1:28:01 – Oil pulling 1:29:01 – Does mouth taping work? 1:33:23 – What is mewing? 1:36:34 – Best gum or mints for teeth 1:38:21 – What to look for in toothpaste If you’re interested in learning more about Dr Victoria’s clinic and tests, check our full show notes: https://www.thedoctorskitchen.com/podcasts/29-how-to-reduce-inflammation-with-dental-and-oral-care-dr-victoria-sampson ________________________________________________________________________ EAT WELL EVERYDAY 📱 Download the Doctor's Kitchen app for free here: https://apple.co/3La17ce 🥗 Download a FREE 7 day meal plan: https://thedoctorskitchen.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Learn about Inflammation in my 4 part mini-series here: https://thedoctorskitchen.com/lp/inflammation-series LEARN FROM THE BEST 🎤 Listen to experts on the podcast: https://thedoctorskitchen.com/podcasts 👨🏽‍💻 Browse articles on the website: www.thedoctorskitchen.com MY COOKBOOKS 📚 https://thedoctorskitchen.com/books/ LET'S BE FRIENDS 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctors_kitchen/ 📹 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDHTLhQbYlFnPBv-iLgFsQQ 🙋🏽‍♂️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoctorskitchen 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/doctors_kitchen 👔 https://www.linkedin.com/in/rupy-aujla/