About half of all Americans have gum disease, a chronic condition that can destroy the tissues holding your teeth in place. Untreated, it can lead to the loss of teeth - even healthy ones!

While traditional periodontal therapy can be helpful, today, we have new and innovative ways of treating it even more effectively. That’s the focus of this latest episode of Your Mouth Matters, in which Dr. T talks with Judy Carroll about her innovative RPE protocol. (“RPE” stands for Regenerative Periodontal Endoscopy.)

Judy is a world leader in advanced perioscopy. She’s helped thousands of patients with her innovative protocol that starts with a tiny fiber optic camera that’s inserted below the gumline so we can see what’s happening below the surface. This is combined with micro-ultrasonic piezo technology and the use of regenerative proteins to achieve excellent results in a non-aggressive way.

Listen now to learn all about RPE and the role it can play in helping you on your way back to healthy periodontal tissues to support healthy teeth and a healthy body alike.

Learn more about Judy and RPE at PerioPeak Innovations: https://periopeak.com/how-rpe-works/

Last fall, a federal judge ruled that fluoride in drinking water poses an “unreasonable risk” to children’s developing brains - a landmark decision rooted in science and a validation of what biological dentists like Dr. Rebecca Taylor of Green City Dental has been saying for years.

In this latest episode of Your Mouth Matters, Dr. T is joined by her biological dental hygienist Barbara Tritz (a/k/a “The Queen of Dental Hygiene”) to discuss the facts about fluoride and the policy shifts we’ve seen since that ruling was handed down. They explore how this toxin can impact everything from thyroid function to fertility to gut health to brain development. Over 72 human studies document fluoride's negative health effects, most alarmingly showing it can reduce children's IQ by up to seven points.

All this is particularly alarming when you consider, as Dr. T and Barbara do, two fundamental problems with fluoridation: the absence of informed consent and the inability to control the dose. Adding fluoride to the water supply means medicating entire populations without consideration for the vulnerable, such as infants on formula or those with kidney issues. Fortunately, there are practical alternatives for concerned listeners, and the team offer their recommendations for fluoride-free remineralizing dental products, quality home filtration systems, and community advocacy.

As more communities reconsider fluoridation policies, this episode provides timely insights for anyone questioning what's really in their water and dental products.

Green City Dental: https://greencitydental.com/

Barbara Tritz, RDH: https://queenofdentalhygiene.net/

This week on Your Mouth Matters, functional dentist Dr. Steven Lin joins us to unpack how nutrition affects not just our teeth but also our facial structure and airway.

Author of The Dental Diet, Dr. Lin’s discovery of Dr. Weston A. Price’s pioneering research from the 1930s completely changed his perspective on dentistry. Price documented how indigenous populations around the world maintained perfect dental arches and minimal decay until they shifted to a modern processed diet. Within a single generation, significant dental problems emerged - findings that have been validated by modern science, particularly our understanding of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, and K2, which work together to guide proper bone development and calcium utilization.

Importantly, most orofacial development happens early, before the age of 8, with the critical window being the first 5 years of life. The good news is that simple dietary shifts can dramatically affect a child’s developmental trajectory - changes such as replacing cereal with eggs and quality animal proteins, incorporating nutrient-dense foods, and making sure they get enough fat-soluble vitamins. Dr. Lin shares practical strategies for making these changes, even with picky eaters and our challenging food environment.

Listen and learn about how rising rates of airway issues and numerous chronic conditions that we see today may all link back to the nutritional deficiencies that begin with inadequate facial development. This episode provides practical tips for parents to harness the power of nutrition for optimal oral and whole body health and well-being.

https://www.drstevenlin.com/the-dental-diet/

Could your home be making you sick? It’s possible.

In this latest episode of Your Mouth Matters, Dr. T sits down with the owner of Seattle Mold Dog, Jay, who shares his story of what made him shift from airline pilot to mold detection specialist.

It began shortly after Jay had bought his dream home, when the onset of severe digestive issues ended his flying career. He bounced from doctor to doctor, but the cause of his illness remained elusive until mycotoxin testing revealed significant mold exposure in his seemingly pristine house. This inspired Jay to train Bailey, a remarkable detection dog that now helps others find what conventional mold testing often misses.

Mold exposure can cause so much more than just respiratory problems - things like gut dysfunction, chronic fatigue, neurological issues, even oral health problems! Jay shares several noteworthy cases, including one in which Bailey detected black mold in a new crib mattress that was causing serious illness in an infant.

With Dr. T, Jay challenges some common misconceptions about mold detection and remediation. Standard air sampling often fails to identify real problems, especially with heavier mold species. Bleach can make a bad situation worse by triggering more mycotoxin production. Even newly built structures aren’t immune - particularly energy-efficient homes.

If you’ve been experiencing unexplained health issues or are concerned about your living environment, this episode is for you, offering valuable insights to both tackling a mold problem and creating healthier spaces. As Dr. T discovered through her own experience, you can’t really heal from anything while you’re still being exposed; you first have to find and eliminate the source.

Learn more about Seattle Mold Dog: https://seattlemolddog.com/

True story: About 90% of traditional orthodontic treatments eventually relapse. But it doesn’t have to be this way - not if you address the root causes of the orthodontic problems first.

In this episode of Your Mouth Matters, biological dentist Dr. Rebecca Taylor and myofunctional therapist Lily Corley introduce Dr. T’s Foundations Ortho program – a critical first phase of treatment that aims to establish proper oral function and breathing patterns. They go on to discuss how and why this step is needed to create lasting results.

Topics covered in this episode include

• How improper breathing patterns and tongue position affect facial development and dental alignment.
• How issues with the tonsils, adenoids, and breathing disorders can affect orthodontic outcomes.
• The importance of early intervention (before age 9 is ideal).
• Why expansion alone isn’t enough and you need proper forward growth to create healthier airways and better aesthetics.

Orthodontics isn’t just about straight teeth, says Dr. T. It’s about proper function that supports breathing, sleeping, and overall health throughout life.

Whether you’re a parent of a child who may need ortho, an adult with crowded teeth or breathing issues, a current patient recommended for the Foundations phase, or someone who has experienced orthodontic relapse, you won’t want to miss this episode!

Are you concerned about your child's breathing, facial development, or oral function? Wondering why "tongue ties" have become such a hot topic in pediatric health? Join Green City Dental and O2dontics founder Dr. Rebecca Taylor and veteran myofunctional therapist Lily Corley for an enlightening discussion about the very big impact proper tongue function can have on overall health and development.

In this episode, “Dr. T” and Lily explore how the tongue acts as a natural architect of facial development and a key player in healthy breathing, swallowing, and even posture. You’ll learn why fascial restrictions, often forming as early as in the womb, can interfere with proper facial growth and development, and also about Oralase, a gentle light therapy that's showing remarkable results in patients of all ages but particularly in children. We’ll dive deep into functional dentistry and look at issues like why traditional approaches to tongue ties sometimes fall short - and how addressing underlying functional patterns is crucial for long-term health.

Whether you're a parent navigating early intervention options, someone dealing with TMJ or sleep issues, or a healthcare provider interested in integrative approaches, this episode of Your Mouth Matters offers valuable insights into the fascinating connection between facial restrictions, nervous system function, and overall wellness. You’ll hear about clinical experiences, the science behind Oralase, and how this innovative approach fits into a holistic treatment plan for optimal mouth/body health.

In this episode of Your Mouth Matters, Dr. T is joined by Dr. Teresa Scott of Holistic Dental Associates in Spring, TX, and Dr. Isabel Perez from Dr. T's own practice, Green City Dental in Edmonds, WA to separate fact from fiction on a topic of increasing concern to many holistic dental patients: graphene oxide in dental anesthetics.

Drawing on her extensive research, Dr. Isabel explains that graphene oxide has actually been found in a variety of products, not just dental anesthetics. She describes how it was originally added for its antibacterial properties and potential to prolong anesthetic effects - and how recent microscopic studies have raised questions about its interaction with blood cells. Dr. Scott adds a valuable clinical perspective and notes that the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM) is now testing various anesthetic brands, with results expected in February.

The conversation strikes a practical balance. While taking concerns seriously, the doctors also emphasize that avoiding necessary dental treatment out of fear could actually be more harmful than graphene oxide exposure itself. Dr. Isabel shares some promising solutions, including a new filtering device, and tips for supporting the body’s natural detox processes.

If you’ve been wondering about all the recent online chatter about graphene oxide and anesthetics, you’ll find this episode offers clear, level-headed guidance from three biological dentists who understand both the science and their patients’ concerns.

To learn more about Dr. T, Dr. Isabel, & Green City Dental: https://greencitydental.com/

To learn more about Dr. Teresa Scott & Holistic Dental Associates: https://www.holisticdentalassociates.com/

This week on Your Mouth Matters, Dr. Rebecca Taylor is joined by movement expert Sonia Story and myofunctional therapist Lily Corley to talk about some of the ways in which early childhood movement patterns can profoundly affect kids' development and behavior.

Unintegrated primitive reflexes from infancy, Sonia explains, can lead to challenges with attention, sensory processing, and emotional regulation later than life. But this doesn’t mean you’re locked into that. Simple, natural movements can help “rewire” the nervous system at any age, she explains, sharing her personal journey of discovering these techniques while helping her own children - one hypersensitive, one hyperactive.

Lily adds valuable perspective both as a practitioner and as a parent who has benefitted from this approach.

This episode is especially valuable for parents, healthcare providers, and anyone interested in natural approaches to addressing ADHD, anxiety, sensory issues, and developmental challenges. It’s a conversation that offers hope for parents, revealing how targeted movement patterns can be a powerful tool for improving function and wellbeing.