Mental Health and Oral Health Integration in Older Adults
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2PztVm7NuPeBIRkuKTHAy4?si=C4agMBaRSb2_AGFYDsufnQ Introduction Mental health and oral health are deeply interconnected, particularly in older adults who face bereavement, chronic illness, cognitive decline, and functional...
Beyond Teeth: Why Mental Health Must Be Part of Oral Health Care: A Public Health Perspective
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0VbrWHxoaHPNy8VNgykSph?si=XfA93OKRTr6t4abszaRdKg Introduction: Why the Mouth and Mind Matter Together? What if the state of your mouth could influence how you think, feel, and function every day and, in turn, your mental...
Data-Driven Precision Medicine in Orofacial Pain Care
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fHNDLrrNlFBJtXbNhWzFO?si=wgiJ8WszSHSdDpUbhURzzw What is precision medicine? Precision medicine, also known as personalized medicine or systems medicine, is a data-driven approach to medical care that considers genetic, lifestyle, and...
Precision Medicine
https://open.spotify.com/episode/64JU83wz6pGUmXBulBWJE5?si=Xz2pDctbRsaDmkVllkKfeg Oral health clinicians tend to organize their schedule in a one-size-fits-all manner. We tend to schedule appointment times based on the type of treatment or personal skill level: one...
Yoga May Help with Migraines and Fibromyalgia Pain
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5yuRnY1jreoAIctvI9uzXS?si=KrZ4JHNIStKVFOOhtGY7vQ Two conditions that commonly cause people to live with pain include fibromyalgia and migraines. Those who experience these conditions often live with ongoing pain that impacts their...
Precision Medicine Approaches in Geriatric Oral Health
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1AeDBAWvUJG5P6ub07nTyj?si=qfq05qyeQyCDKfptzF7hqQ Introduction Many countries have tracked changing demographics, with projections suggesting the world's population of adults 60 and older will double to 22% (2 billion) by 2050. With...
The Connection Between Chronic Pain and Falls
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7BI0gJFXuTuWMVtaFRFytD?si=Y0lCE5-ATaWB_y3rgeUYdw Millions of people around the country live in chronic pain. Millions of people over the age of 60 also experience falls frequently, which can have a devastating impact on their health...
Regenerative Dentistry and Future Technologies Implications for Dental Public Health
https://open.spotify.com/episode/61KY6gHUDruj2z37jBZ2pw?si=GcjkicVdRE64R4CRfagLHg Why Regenerative Dentistry Matters for Public Health Oral diseases such as dental caries, periodontal disease, and tooth loss continue to be among the most prevalent chronic conditions...
Regenerative Dentistry: The Next Superpower in Geriatric Care
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PP39j1aYJ21HGkhUKXzDT?si=SioEutIRRLOd-p9ubGBB7g If you are a practicing dentist, you’ve seen the older adult patients coming into your office. These patients are not the older version of 30-year-olds as we’ve seen before. They come...
Candida Infections, Glycemic Dysregulation, and the Future of Regenerative Dentistry
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2OpxvDDiCsG7OXsTEwR57V?si=EB8ERc6-TaS0VD7yHHnhkw The evolution of regenerative dentistry and future oral health technologies has fundamentally shifted clinical priorities from symptom management toward biologic optimization and...
Oral Fungal Infections in Diabetic Patients
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7mgqBJjGhA7kywLEaOjQRv?si=Y1_oYrsyRo-7DvAjaqMdpw Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by persistent hyperglycemia, immune dysfunction, and microvascular compromise [1]. Although diabetes is typically...
Important Oral Manifestations of Diabetes
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yiQTfKGSQcoZqHm2T82so?si=3dQpZ84dTn-vHlW0nxvMqw According to the CDC, diabetes affects 14.7% of U.S. adults and 29.2% of those over age 65, making it the 8th leading cause of death.[1] Its annual economic burden is estimated at $413...
Diabetes Prevention, Management & Its Implications in Oral Health
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZwkCHurP7GDvGvIVI8bkU?si=AdTuKApNSiuhdugFmzPqyg As we observe National Diabetes Month, it's crucial for dental professionals to understand the profound bidirectional relationship between diabetes and oral health. This connection has...
The Overlooked Link Between Diabetes and Oral Health: A Silent Public Health Crisis
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Md2YT8MbkpAWeDr6BiZxn?si=u-zGOw1KTIKEPMfI-olU0Q When diabetes is discussed, most people immediately think of complications like heart disease, kidney failure, vision or foot problems. But there’s one critical area often left out of...
Cemento-Osseous Dysplasia and the Importance of Oral Hygiene
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1jmra8MgWvAc8Lreb3qAqL?si=v5yKu220TYmyMgBFtBzzAg Cemento-osseous dysplasia (COD) is a benign fibro-osseous condition in which normal jawbone is replaced with fibrous tissue and cementum-like deposits. Although COD itself is not caused...
Can diet impact chronic low back pain?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4E1dZNtmOVtq202ItBFqD2?si=cfFhoIkrSrqsgnelhYaR8A Considering we eat an average of three meals a day in the U.S., it stands to reason that what we are putting in our bodies day after day may have a big impact on how our body feels. This...
Oral Hygiene and Oral Cancer
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Bgm6XtPWcpnMDJaZMVHn9?si=Y1bO_tE9QN6ZerCdNyR39w A bright, healthy smile is often one of the first things people notice, and research shows it can even influence social and economic opportunities. Individuals with untreated dental...
Knowing Risks and Benefits of Integrative Medicine for Chronic Pain is Crucial
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Yc8HuqbXcdiBL7piDN60K?si=hGGf0J4HRyCFkKZs-4LwjQ As millions of people suffer from various types of chronic pain, they are seeking ways to get relief. Modern medicine may be able to provide some relief, but so too can some...
From Chairside to Community: How Everyday Hygiene Encounters Power Public Health Campaigns
https://open.spotify.com/episode/06s8t7bXDBA5KDhBbWIqcD?si=2huMvNKgRxyV2G75SflSwQ Oral diseases, including dental caries, periodontal disease, and oral cancers, are among the most prevalent non-communicable diseases (NCDs), causing 74% of global mortality before age...
National Dental Hygiene Month: Prioritizing Senior Oral Health
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2z4UGXrphVtgQouX1aJqef?si=gRpCu18AQHCz2MDAkg-a5w November marks National Dental Hygiene Month, a time to champion oral health for all ages. For seniors, maintaining oral hygiene is not just about a bright smile—it’s a critical...
What Dental Practitioners Should Know about Hypersensitivity Reactions to Medications
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0H2XCOtNS0NE4JY6Y0f5zC?si=Pi5Yo_i2Qsew2Jcq5uKl-g Introduction In today’s dental practice, clinicians frequently care for patients whose systemic health and medication use intersect with oral conditions. Among the most clinically...
Does ocular surface pain treatment work?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FcZ4nXPv9F7ntwfsPARCH?si=gn2J-ZITST-AUQNhMMdBOg Anyone who has ever experienced ocular surface pain knows how annoying it can be and how it can hold you back from doing things you want to do. It's hard to see life clearly when...
National Gum Care Month: Medication Side Effects on Oral Health Across Age Groups
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0hzOtByKqvuZ53eGVAJv5z?si=TVzhiKvxT4-yBu7IYB_kLA October marks National Gum Care Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about gum health and its broader implications for overall well-being. While medications are essential for...
Chronic Pain and the Increased Risk of Suicide
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vZUwtXjUXEEfH2mjMEHTi?si=50K8cf4yQZKHb15LiiVSjA For the many people who suffer from chronic pain and those who help provide treatment for them, it's crucial that they are aware of the increased risk of suicide that comes with the...