Today’s featured guest is Mark Burhenne, DDS, a functional dentist.

“If you have bad breath, mouthwash actually makes it worse," he says. In this episode, Mark and Jason discuss everything you need to know about oral health, including:

00:00 The link between breath & oral health
04:01 Mark’s recommended oral care routine
05:52 What to look for & avoid in a toothpaste
09:47 Mark’s POV on mouthwash
13:33 How poor oral health can lead to chronic disease
17:55 Why everyone should practice tongue scraping
22:05 A grocery list for optimal oral health
23:49 Why you should chew your food more
28:18 The benefits of mouth taping
30:16 How to get the most out of your dentist visit
35:37 What Mark thinks about fluoride
38:16 Mark’s POV on Xrays & teeth whitening
44:10 What to know about the 3 schools of dentistry
46:29 How to find the right dentist for your goals
48:15 How to optimize your Invisalign or braces experience
50:34 How to know if you need a mouth guard
52:57 The best time to remove your wisdom teeth
57:35 What you should know about root canals & implants
01:03:43 Dentist red flags to watch out for
01:06:57 What to know before getting veneers or crowns
01:08:40 The future of functional dentistry

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