Dental health and functional medicine

According to the national library of medicine, the oral microbiome is a collection of bacteria that affects the progression of health and disease. The US surgeon general called the mouth the “mirror of health and disease in the body”

The mouth is the first meeting place between our digestive tract and the immune system and the outside world.

How should we be taking care of the mouth?

Regular dental check ups every 6 months to evaluate for infections, underlying disease

In addition to brushing, floss everyday

balance our gut health by focusing on repopulating the good healthy flora based on your GI map

Fiber rich fruits and vegetables

Finding a dentist who will focus not only on your teeth but one who emphasizes the importance of jaw muscles, airways, breathing and sleep habits as well.