We’re used to a quick-fix approach for dental issues—a cavity gets a filling, an infection leads to an extraction, and we’re done.
But is this truly the best way to care for our oral health?
What if the answer to stronger bones and teeth lies not just in better brushing but in what we eat and how we breathe?
Dr. Steven Lin, a board-accredited dentist and international bestselling author, joins us to explore the surprising connections between oral health, nutrition, and bone strength.
From the critical role of fat-soluble vitamins to the unexpected link between sleep apnea and tooth decay, Dr. Lin challenges conventional wisdom and offers practical, holistic solutions for optimal dental and bone health.
Episode Details
Episode Timeline
- 0:00 Episode start
- 2:22 A look at Dr. Steven Lin’s background
- 3:16 What is functional dentistry? How is it different from traditional dentistry?
- 7:13 The “Dental Diet” and the importance of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, K2) in oral and bone health
- 13:30 Misguided dietary recommendations and their impact on dental and systemic health
- 17:16 The relationship between oral and systemic health, especially for women over 50
- 21:23 The rise of osteoporosis and its link to gum disease
- 25:01 Standard recommendations for osteoporosis and the importance of proper vitamin D levels
- 26:25 The link between vitamin D deficiency and sleep apnea and its effect on bone health
- 31:15 The role of good sleep and melatonin in maintaining health
- 34:53 Practical tips and daily habits for maintaining good oral health
- 38:09 Benefits of tongue scraping
- 38:32 Thoughts on root canals and cavitations; considerations and suggestions
- 41:31 Advice for parents and grandparents on setting kids up for great oral health
- 45:10 Where to find Dr. Steven Lin and his book
- 46:15 Final message for the audience
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About the guest
Dr. Steven Lin is a board-accredited dentist, TEDx Speaker, and an international #1 Amazon best-selling author.
As a passionate health educator, Dr. Lin is forging the path for functional dentistry to prevent the future generation from experiencing dental disease.
His work has been featured on television, print, and radio to millions of people world-wide. His professional training courses are educating a new wave of healthcare providers applying functional dentistry to help you achieve whole body health.
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