The Oral Microbiome and Whole-Person Health, With Amanda Hale

What if your oral health is influencing far more than your teeth and gums? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes registered dental hygienist, biological oral health advocate, podcast host, and FMCA graduate Amanda Hale (‪@thecurvyscaler‬ ) for a fascinating conversation about the connection between oral health and whole-body wellness. Together, they explore why the mouth deserves a much larger role in conversations about prevention, chronic disease, and long-term health. Full show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.or... Chapters: 00:00 Amanda Hale’s Journey from Oral Hygienist to Health Coach 01:48 The Shift to Biological Dentistry and Functional Health 04:42 Integrating Motivational Interviewing into Dental Care 06:18 Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and Tooth Decay 08:21 How Health Coaches Can Discuss Oral Hygiene With Clients 09:50 Toxins in Dental Products: Fluoride, Dyes, and Endocrine Disruptors 12:02 The pH Scale, Mouthwashes, and Gut Dysbiosis Connections 13:51 Seeding the Gut: The Crucial Role of the Oral Microbiome 16:40 Systemic Connections: Geographic Tongue and Periodontal Disease 20:23 An Optimal Oral Hygiene Routine: Salivary Diagnostics and Oil Pulling 23:06 When and How to Use a Copper Tongue Scraper 24:25 Water Flossers vs. String Floss: Removing Biofilm and Spirochetes 27:40 Conclusion and Where to Find Amanda’s Podcast and Content #oralmicrobiome #oralhealth #wholebodyhealth #functionalmedicine #healthcoaching