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Published Apr 18, 2022

37 - How Dental Health Influences Pediatric Health w/ Dr. Michelle Jorgensen and Dr. Lyndi Jones

Explore the transformative impact of holistic dental care on children's health with Dr. Michelle Jorgensen and Dr. Lyndi Jones, as they delve into non-invasive treatments, healthier dental product choices, and the surprising connections between dental, gut, and sleep health.
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  • Dental-Gut Link

    The intricate connection between dental health and gut health reveals significant implications for systemic well-being. explains that antimicrobial products, commonly found in mouth rinses, can disrupt gut flora, leading to decreased stomach acid production and absorption issues 1. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining beneficial microbes for optimal gut function. shares her personal experience with the baking soda test, highlighting its role in assessing stomach acid levels 2.

    Everything we put on our skin, everything we ingest, they're loaded with antimicrobials. Well, we actually need those things. We need the microbes. They're beneficial.

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    suggests alternatives to traditional mouthwash, like essential oils and nano silver, to support both oral and gut health 3.

       

    Sleep Impact

    Dental health plays a crucial role in sleep quality, impacting overall well-being. notes that poor sleep can reduce life expectancy by up to 20%, with dental issues often being a contributing factor 4. She highlights the importance of addressing structural problems, such as obstructed airways, which can lead to sleep disturbances like snoring 5.

    If you are snoring, you or a child are snoring. That is an obstructed airway. It means there is something in the way of you getting air.

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    warns against relying on CPAP machines and suggests exploring solutions that address the root causes of sleep issues 6.

       

    Mineral Role

    Minerals are vital for preventing dental issues and supporting systemic health. explains that cavities form when minerals in the tooth's crystal structure are dissolved by bacteria or acidic foods 7. She introduces the baking soda test as a fun family experiment to assess stomach acid levels, crucial for mineral absorption 8.

    A tooth on the outside, the part you see, that white part is made of a lot of minerals, and those minerals form a crystal structure.

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    recommends ensuring adequate intake of fat-soluble vitamins and minerals to support dental health, especially in children 9.

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