Ask the Dentist with Dr. Mark Burhenne – Details, episodes & analysis

Hey there, it's Dr. B welcoming you back to another enlightening episode of Ask The Dentist! Today, I'm thrilled to have Dr. David Lin, Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Bristle, joining me to talk about the fascinating world of oral microbiome health. Exciting news - FYGG & Bristle are teaming up, and we're here to explore everything from probiotics to prebiotics and beyond. Tune in as we dissect the intricacies of these gut-friendly elements, from defining terms to understanding their impact on gum health. We'll uncover the benefits, discuss practical applications, and even cover the Bristle test case study. Don't miss out on valuable insights into maintaining a healthy microbiome and optimizing your oral care routine! Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Timestamps:  00:57 - FYGG & Bristle are collaborating!! 02:54 - Defining pro, pre, post, and sym- biotics  04:37 - The six species that support gum help  06:52 - Taking care of the oral microbiome 08:01 - The primary benefits of prebiotics & how they ”feed” 09:53 - Prebiotics vs probiotics  12:43 - The beneficial strains & reading tests 15:37 - Bristle test case study  18:13 - the importance of maintaining low levels of inflammatory species  20:09 - Nitrate  24:11 - The halitosis score  25:50 - The risks of pro & prebiotics  30:41 - Why we need Xylitol now  32:56 - The ingredients of Bristles probiotics 34:28 - The practical uses of probiotics  35:58 - When to take the probiotic 39:48 - Who needs probiotics  40:03 - Explaining the costs of probiotics  40:26 - Other forms of probiotics  41:25 - Differentiated Bristle’s probiotics  Show Links: Go to FYGG.com and use code ATD15 for 15% off Weed, feed, or seed the oral microbiome? Troubleshooting the oral microbiome with David Lin PHD More From David Lin:  Bristle Probiotic More From Dr B:  Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

In today’s episode of Ask The Dentist, we’re exploring the latest research surrounding a crucial aspect of adolescent dental health: White Spot Lesions in patients undergoing clear aligner treatment. Throughout this episode, we’ll unravel the mystery behind these lesions, examine their root causes, and dissect a recent study that sheds invaluable insights into their prevalence and seriousness. From understanding the implications of anterior attachments to exploring the phenomenon of rapid decalcification, we’ll navigate through pivotal findings and conclude with actionable recommendations derived from the study's conclusions.  Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Timestamps:  01:40 - What is a white spot lesions  03:35 - The causes of white spot lesions  05:35 - White spot lesions in adolescence study overview  08:26 - Anterior attachments and rapid decalcification  12:52 - Study conclusions  16:28 - My recommendations  Show Links:  Incidence, Severity, And Risk Factors For White Spot Lesions In Adolescent Patients Treated With Clear Aligners Invisalign: Know Before You Go Pur Xylitol Gum Sonicare Toothbrush Probiotic  Soft Replacement Heads Slate Flosser  Couto Medicinal Toothpaste from Portugal Mouth Tape: End Mouth Breathing for Better Sleep and a Healthier Mouth Mouth Breathing: What Every Parent Needs to Know Mouth Tape Pod Ultrasonic Aligner Cleaner 10 Reasons to Get Invisalign That Have Nothing to Do With Looks Further Listening: Is It Safe To Have My Teeth Filed Before Aligner Therapy? 28 Reasons to Nose Breathe Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Could your tongue be the unsung hero in your quest for better health and weight management? It's time to explore this fascinating possibility with me, Dr. B, as we delve into the intricate dance between taste perception and our eating habits. On this episode, we uncover the startling research that flips the script on traditional beliefs about satiety, revealing the immense power of our taste buds in signaling when we've had enough. Show Links: Taste, Not Stomach, Regulate Eating Habits Oral Health and Microbiome: Implications for Taste: State-of-the-Science on the Role of Oral Health and Emerging Science of the Microbiota and its Implications for Taste Key Points From This Episode 0:03:31 - Fluoride and Satiety 0:08:24 - Tongue's Role in Weight Loss 0:12:56 - Neurons' Role in Food Intake 0:16:54 - Oral Diseases and Taste Perception 0:21:40 - Importance of High-Quality Food 0:25:31 - The Impact of Oral Microbiome Dysbiosis Sponsored By: BiOptimizers: Magnesium Breakthrough www.magbreakthrough.com/askthedentist Code ASKTHEDENTIST gets you 10% off any order Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

This episode is all about one of the most hyped-up topics in dentistry: whitening. While Dr. B has spoken on the topic previously and there is plenty of information available on his website, today’s episode looks at whitening in the context of a new substance on the market that claims to be safer than conventional hydrogen peroxide-based methods. It’s called PAP, or phthalimidoperoxcaproic acid, and today’s question about it comes from Charlotte in the UK; is it actually a safer alternative to peroxide? You might be surprised by Dr. B’s answer! Key Points From This Episode: Some background on whitening and why there is so much hype and so little science behind it Find out what PAP is, how it works, and why the narrative that it is safe is dangerous Why regulations regarding whitening should be stricter in the US, like they are in the EU The importance of professional supervision when it comes to whitening Hear why Dr. B doesn’t recommend PAP as an alternative to hydrogen peroxide  How overexposure to hydrogen peroxide and PAP can increase tooth sensitivity Dr. B recommends waiting for further studies to be conducted on PAP before jumping on the bandwagon Why you should be wary of any dentist that advises you to whiten your teeth How to Submit Your Question: Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Recommended Whitening Products Ask the Dentist About Dr. Mark Burhenne Follow Dr. B on Instagram @askthedentist Follow Dr. B on Twitter @askthedentist Ask Dr. B a Question Functional Dentist Directory Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

In today’s episode, Dr. B answers a listener's question about whether the Epstein-Barr virus is responsible for her bleeding gums. EBV is a systemic infection with an oral manifestation meaning it acts as a great springboard to talk about the oral-systemic connection as well. EBV is more colloquially known as the ‘kissing disease’ and commonly flares up in patients who have contracted it when they are run down, causing symptoms such as bleeding gums. Dr. B takes us through the signs, symptoms, and manifestations of EBV and also gets into some of the other conditions it has been linked to. After covering the basic facts about the virus, we take a deep dive into the oral-systemic connection which EBV illustrates so well. Dr. B traces a chain of connections between outbreaks of EBV, inflammation, spikes in glucose, diet, and the immune system. We also hear tips and tricks for managing EBV involving periodontal treatments, eating to combat inflammation, and keeping a close eye on glucose levels.  Key Points From This Episode: Introducing today’s question revolving around bleeding gums and the Epstein-Barr virus The typical situations that lead to EBV and related conditions it causes How recent studies have implicated EBV in the pathogenesis of advanced periodontal disease Discussing how EBV illustrates the oral-systemic connection  Other places EBV can be found such as in the tips of the roots Seeing a periodontist and getting regular cleanings to suppress the viral load The connection between inflammation and episodes of EBV Tips for keeping EBV under control around bolstering the oral microbiome Wearing a glucose monitor in between sessions with the periodontist Maintaining a diet that does not flare up glucose levels and weaken the immune system How to Submit Your Question: Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ask the Dentist About Dr. Mark Burhenne Follow Dr. B on Instagram @askthedentist Follow Dr. B on Twitter @askthedentist Ask Dr. B a Question Functional Dentist Directory Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

The majority of consumers take it as a given that all kinds of toothpaste from major brands are safe and effective. But as Dr. B will attest in today’s episode, this is not necessarily the case. Most toothpaste brands use harsh surfactants and chemicals to keep their manufactured batches homogenous. These act as a disinfectant that temporarily cleans our mouths, but results in the disruption of our oral microbiome. Dr. B unpacks the history of toothpaste, how the Western diet has affected our oral health, and shares his hopes for how the industry is changing. Tune in to hear his recommendations for how you can take charge of your oral health and become an empowered consumer! Key Points From This Episode: How our changing diets have affected our oral health over the past 500 years For the past 100 years, the key ingredients of toothpaste have remained largely unchanged How big brand toothpaste companies mislead consumers when they advertise their product How manufacturing bigger batches of toothpaste require more chemicals to keep it homogenous The oral microbiome and how it protects your oral health How toothpaste with harsh ingredients can damage your oral microbiome Why Dr. B recommends and uses products with at least 15 percent hydroxyapatite instead of fluoride How our Western diets cause a need for toothpaste use How to Submit Your Question: Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Flushed: How the Plumber Saved Civilization Boka RiseWell Ask the Dentist About Dr. Mark Burhenne Follow Dr. B on Instagram @askthedentist Follow Dr. B on Twitter @askthedentist Ask Dr. B a Question Functional Dentist Directory   Email Dr. B Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

Sjögren's is an autoimmune disease that wreaks havoc on your immune system. One of the major symptoms of the disease is a dry mouth, the result of attacks on your saliva glands. As saliva plays a pivotal role in speaking, swallowing, and eating, having a dry mouth can be highly problematic. This issue does not only affect those with Sjögren's, so today's episode applies to everyone. In this show, Dr. B. unpacks the issue of dry mouth and resultant oral thrush. He also provides some actionable steps you can take, along with products you can use if you suffer from these conditions. Tune in to hear it all! Key Points From This Episode: Hear about what Sjögren's syndrome is Insights into what causes a dry mouth and the adverse side effects of the condition What to do about dry mouth, one major symptom of Sjögren's Things to add to your regimen to help with the demineralization of your teeth Some things to do to deal with the candida if you have it Biotene, the artificial saliva product, can help if you have extreme dry mouth How to Submit Your Question: Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ask the Dentist About Dr. Mark Burhenne Follow Dr. B on Instagram @askthedentist Follow Dr. B on Twitter @askthedentist Ask Dr. B a Question Functional Dentist Directory Biotene Dry Mouth: Consequences, Causes, and Treatments Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

Today we dive into a question that has been a sensitive topic for a long time. We are talking about the dangers of fluoride and providing some advice for the best practices for parents wondering about steps to take to prevent their children from ingesting the chemical. This subject has been discussed for decades now, since the introduction of fluoride into the water supply, and its use in dental care generally, but there is more available research now than ever before, and the findings are more emphatic for it; fluoride ingestion has been shown to negatively affect the health of children, with the most worrying results being damage to the brain. With this in mind, it is clearly worth thinking about the measures you can take to reduce these risks and protect your child as early as possible. In today's discussion, we talk about some of the steps that can be taken by parents, even before conception, and why these strategies do not have to be expensive and difficult. There is hope for changes in legislation and practice in the future, but until then these are the best ways to stay healthy and offer your children the healthiest future! Tune in to hear what you can do today! Key Points From This Episode: Today's question: What are the responsibilities of parents regarding fluoride?  A brief history of the research into the effects of fluoride on babies and children Filtration measures to take against the ingestion of fluoride in water Realistic prevention of exposure to fluoride  The main reason to avoid fluoride ingestion: brain damage  The susceptibility of younger brains to the effects of fluoride  Simple and affordable ways to reduce fluoride in tap water  Educating yourself through the available information and research on the subject Possible changes in regulation and what we can hope for in the future  How to Submit Your Question: Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ask the Dentist About Dr. Mark Burhenne Follow Dr. B on Instagram @askthedentist Follow Dr. B on Twitter @askthedentist Ask Dr. B a Question The Broken Brain Podcast Episode with Dr. B Fluoride Action Network Functional Dentist Directory Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

If you have ever been prescribed toothpaste such as PreviDent 5000, you might have wondered how they work and whether there are any non-fluoride alternatives. The good news is there are, and they are extremely safe to use. In today's episode, Dr. B shed light on hydroxyapatite toothpaste and why they are such great replacements for their conventional counterparts. We also get some product recommendations from Dr. B along with advice on how to use these kinds of toothpaste to ensure maximum efficacy. Tune in to hear it all! Key Points From This Episode: Dr. B's take on PreviDent 5000 and similar products Why products like PreviDent 5000 are only available via prescription The different forms that fluoride typically takes What studies have shown about a 10% concentration of hydroxyapatite and the benefits it offers Why Dr. B is so excited about hydroxyapatite Warnings around boutique toothpaste that claim to contain hydroxyapatite How to use the toothpaste, Boka, Dr. B recommends How to Submit Your Question: Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ask the Dentist About Dr. Mark Burhenne Follow Dr. B on Instagram @askthedentist Follow Dr. B on Twitter @askthedentist Ask Dr. B a Question Functional Dentist Directory Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Boka RiseWell Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter

If you haven't heard of miswak, you are not alone. Despite its prevalence in many Muslim and Arab countries, it is not widely known around the world. Miswak is a tooth-cleaning twig or chewing stick made from the roots of the Arak tree, Salvadora persica. In today's episode, Dr. B sheds some light on this twig, how it works, and what studies have shown about people who use it rather than toothpaste. Although it is likely safe to use, when the ingredient is found in commercial products, it might not have the same effect as the unprocessed compound itself. Tune in to hear all this and more! Key Points From This Episode: When Dr. B discovered miswak as a young dentist  Many countries around the world use miswak, a tooth cleaning twig  Discover what miswak is and the compound that makes it work What studies have shown about populations who use miswak as opposed to toothbrushes  Dr. B's experience in Nigeria, where he worked with a community using chewing sticks  Whatever our ancestors were doing to take care of their oral health worked  The only toothpaste ingredient Dr. B wholeheartedly recommends How to Submit Your Question: Record your question for Dr. B at speakpipe.com/askthedentist  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ask the Dentist About Dr. Mark Burhenne Follow Dr. B on Instagram @askthedentist Follow Dr. B on Twitter @askthedentist Ask Dr. B a Question Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Functional Dentist Directory Check Out My NEW Line of Toothpaste and Professional Dental Varnish!! Check out Dr. B's website for more information: https://askthedentist.com Subscribe to Dr. B's newsletter Mondays with Mark: https://askthedentist.com/newsletter