Ep. 346: Oral Care and Fertility: Surprising Links with Dr. Craig Clayton
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Ep. 346: Oral Care and Fertility: Surprising Links with Dr. Craig Clayton
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Join HeHe in a fascinating interview with Dr. Craig Clayton, a holistic dentist with a passion for birth and women's health. The conversation covers various aspects of holistic dentistry, what it is, functional approaches, and how it differs from traditional dental care. Dr. Clayton explains the connections between oral health and systemic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, pregnancy outcomes, mental health, and fertility. The discussion also covers practical oral health tips, controversial topics like fluoride and root canals, and the impact of diet, hormones, and lifestyle on gum disease and cavities. Be ready to walk away with valuable insights for holistic health and well-being and a full understanding of the importance of comprehensive dental care.
02:13 Pregnancy and Dental Health Concerns 03:09 Meet Dr. Craig Clayton: Holistic Dentist 04:15 The Connection Between Oral Health and Overall Wellbeing 05:17 Holistic Dentistry Explained 08:52 Oral Health and Systemic Diseases 15:05 Oral Health and Mental Health 16:32 Oral Probiotics and Their Benefits 18:26 Oral Health and Fertility 25:40 Causes and Prevention of Gum Disease 27:54 Hormonal Health and Oral Health 35:52 Practical Tips for Maintaining Oral Health During Pregnancy 42:24 Pregnancy and Coffee Choices 42:39 The Benefits of Purity Coffee 43:28 Milk and Creamer Options 44:17 Oral Health and Acidity 44:57 Remineralizing Toothpaste Debate 46:07 Concerns with Oral Care Products 50:17 Alcohol-Based Mouth Rinses 51:52 X-Rays in Dentistry 56:14 Mouth Breathing and Oral Health 59:05 Fluoride Controversy 01:03:56 Root Canals: Pros and Cons 01:10:08 Oral Health in Babies 01:14:52 Daily Oral Care Routine 01:17:04 Resources and Final ThoughtsGuest Bio:
Dr. Craig D. Clayton is a functional and biomimetic dentist based in Meridian, Idaho, and an influential online educator with a following of over 380K on Instagram. Passionate about uncovering the root causes of oral health issues, Dr. Clayton focuses on holistic cavity prevention, airway health, and innovative, biologically sound approaches to restoring teeth. As the host of the Dentistry Disrupted podcast, he is on a mission to shift the dental industry toward a more patient-centered, root-cause-focused approach. Through educating and empowering patients, he hopes to bridge the gap between oral health and overall well-being. And fun fact: Dr. Clayton and his wife have two boys, one of which was born at home. In another life, Dr. Clayton would have been a home birth midwife and his wife would have been a doula and he is a self-proclaimed birth junkie!
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