Hello Friends,

Today we release the first of a two part podcast- covering the interesting and somewhat alarming topic of microplastics.

The first part covers microplastics and oral care products.

The second part will cover microplastics in dental treatments.

We cover floss, toothbrushes, toothpaste and mouth rinses. Most importantly, we discuss how you can reduce your exposure to harmful materials and protect your long-term health.

This topic has been surprisingly tough to research and what limited research we have found is seeming to be quite alarming. I hope you find this helpful. Let us know what follow up question you have.

In this episode, we dive into the ongoing debate over fluoride in drinking water, exploring both its proven benefits in oral health and concerns about potential risks when consumed in excess. We discuss the challenges of misinformation, particularly how influencers can misuse studies to promote alarming claims without full context. A key example is a study linking prenatal fluoride exposure to neurobehavioral issues in children, but with notable methodological flaws that undermine its conclusions. We emphasize the importance of critical thinking when evaluating health claims, encouraging listeners to question evidence, understand study designs, and consider limitations before making health decisions.

In this weeks episode I’m joined by my amazing partner in patient care, Amy Rudnick, with whom I’ve had the privilege of working since 2011. Amy’s journey in healthcare began in 1982, and over the years, we’ve helped tens of thousands of patients maintain or improve their health. In this episode, we’re diving into strategies to help you get back on track with your health, sharing insights from Amy’s decades of experience working with individuals and families across generations. We’ll explore how healthcare should focus on staying healthy, not just treating sickness, and the importance of the time you spend outside of the office in taking control of your health. Let’s jump in and explore how small shifts in behavior can lead to big improvements in overall wellness!