The Latest in Fluoride, Hydroxyapatite, Dental Infections, & Airway Issues with Dr. Michelle Jorgensen

02/25/25 • 67 min

We’re covering ALL the hot topics in holistic dental health! Dr. Michelle Jorgensen takes on the science of fluoride use, the hydroxyapatite debate, how to prevent and deal with hidden dental infections, wisdom teeth removal, and resolving airway issues in adults and kids. Buckle up, this one may change your life!

Timestamps:

[3:50] Welcome Dr. Michelle

[4:36] Why is there so much push back on fluoride right now?

[11:37] What can we do to keep our mouths healthy and prevent dental issues?

[17:22] Is Hydroxyapatite safe and is it an effective way to remineralize teeth?

[24:27] Is it possible to remineralize a cavity?

[29:35] Can stevia or other artificial sweeteners contribute to cavities like sugar does?

[31:00] Does oil pulling actually work and can you do it if you have fillings?

[34:21] What is a hidden dental infection and how do holistic dentists actually locate those infections?

[43:53] If someone has already had a root canal done, is it worth it to have it removed?

[44:41] Are wisdom teeth necessary and is the standard of care to be pulling them?

[52:19] How do we identify airway issues in our kids?

[56:39] Should adults have tongue and lip ties released? Are there alternatives to c-pap machines for sleep apnea?

[1:00:54] Do you have a holistic approach to TMJ issues?

Episode Links:

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Timestamps:

[3:50] Welcome Dr. Michelle

[4:36] Why is there so much push back on fluoride right now?

[11:37] What can we do to keep our mouths healthy and prevent dental issues?

[17:22] Is Hydroxyapatite safe and is it an effective way to remineralize teeth?

[24:27] Is it possible to remineralize a cavity?

[29:35] Can stevia or other artificial sweeteners contribute to cavities like sugar does?

[31:00] Does oil pulling actually work and can you do it if you have fillings?

[34:21] What is a hidden dental infection and how do holistic dentists actually locate those infections?

[43:53] If someone has already had a root canal done, is it worth it to have it removed?

[44:41] Are wisdom teeth necessary and is the standard of care to be pulling them?

[52:19] How do we identify airway issues in our kids?

[56:39] Should adults have tongue and lip ties released? Are there alternatives to c-pap machines for sleep apnea?

[1:00:54] Do you have a holistic approach to TMJ issues?

Episode Links:

Living Well with Dr. Michelle Book

Preorder "Living Well With Dr. Michelle"

Visit Dr. Michelle's Website

Toothpillow

Shop Dr. Michelle's tooth powders

Sponsors:

Go to https://thisisneeded.com/ and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.

Go to wellminerals.us/chill and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

Go to http://mdlogichealth.com/mc and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.

Go to boncharge.com/WELLFED and use coupon code WELLFED to save 15% off any order.

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Timestamps:

[1:48] Welcome

[4:20] Discussion on alcohol and cancer risk

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Episode Links:

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Timestamps:

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