Podcast: Healthy Teeth and Gums

[@Babesinthewood97]

I’ve actually only had two cleanings in my life. Didn’t know you should. I’m 44. Had zero plaque. I’ve eaten mostly plant based since I was 16. Thank god for that.

[@pampenney9600]

Great information 😊I’m a dental hygienist! I’m excited to pass this along ❤

[@jeannamcgregor9967]

After I switched to a predominantly WFPB diet my former dentist said my gums were healthy enough that I could go from 3 cleanings per year down to 2 cleanings. When my new dentist rolled his eyes when I described this to him, I sent him a list of 10 reputable studies (from this channel) on saturated fat's effect on periodontal disease. I hope he learned something. 🤨

[@mulik2005]

I can confirm with my own example: periodontal disease stopped when I switched to a plant-based diet.

[@HealthyVeganLiving]

Good to know!

[@mulik2005]

I’ll also add that it would be a good idea to use an irrigator after every meal.

[@mulik2005]

@@DesertWalker-zf7eb bacteria that eat meat eat your gums too

[@mulik2005]

meat can get stuck between teeth and rot

[@mulik2005]

@@DesertWalker-zf7eb Caries in children from added sugar.

[@leevize6045]

RIP to dear Dr. McDougall 🙏 ✝️💜

[@tsnevtbl]

What???

[@leevize6045]

@@tsnevtbl I’m sorry. His passing is a genuine loss for many of us. He passed away in his sleep June 22, 2024. He is a doctor who truly cared about his patients both near and far. 🙏

[@sugarplumk2381]

Yes, devastating news. 😔💐

[@MrsShimmyOnDown]

He took the experimental Covid clot shot injections, as he stated in an interview with Chef AJ.

[@Apollo440]

Why are those teeth, which everybody seems to be removing, called "wisdom teeth"? Dr. Greger gave me a hint: Pressure on your teeth (during chewing) affects blood circulation in the brain. Removing any teeth and not replacing them with implants diminishes that pressure and hinders healthy blood circulation in your brain. I'd recommend putting an implant in when removing any tooth (non-metal, zirconia would be best).

[@gabriel65304]

Thanks

[@timpellemeier587]

I heard that there is a downside to implants as well, though. Supposedly they can be a source of inflammation. I heard that the body "realizes", that there is something in the body, that's not supposed to be there. Usually, the body strives to get rid of dead tissue as fast as possible, that's why the comment I heard advised to not get implants.

[@Apollo440]

@@timpellemeier587 that's why there is an adaptation process included: you first get your teeth removed (which I would recommend only if all restoration options have failed and you got a second/third opinion on "whether the tooth can be saved"), then the bone heals, then you get the implant base screwed into the bone, then there's an adaptation period to see if your body accepts the implant, and only then the upper part (the "tooth" itself) is put on that screw. Going for options, which do not go into your bone, therefore do not put the pressure on your jaw/skull - leads to worse blood circulation and can cause an earlier onset of dementia. Which is way worse than a non adapting implant, which can be addressed by changing to a different implant material.

[@growinjoy]

Your videos are always so informative. It’s cool to know that teeth placement has to do with mental health. For the record, I had high cholesterol at the age of 18, receding gums, and I’ve been struggling with poor mental health (after braces my back molars don’t touch). Eating salads always makes my mind clearer. Now I know why! Thanks, Dr. Gregor!

[@0000asdfasdf0000]

Can I just say that I love this man! We need more M.D. to talk science on lifestyle for those of us who need the evidence based , mathematical data based, logical and analytical problem solvers! GO PLANT POWER!

[@yogi4lyfe]

Thank you!

[@debstayblessed9549]

Too late. I'm wfpb. I insisted on a back molar be extracted and to discontinue the practice of putting a crown over root canal. A dead root serving as bad bacteria growing ground. The oral surgeon told me after the extraction it's a good thing my former doctor recommended the Extraction. I said he didn't but I insisted. Oral surgeon looked surprised. My chronic eye infection and nasal infections are slowly clearing away. The extraction is so far in the back of my mouth you can't see it even when I smile or unless your doing dental work. Person has to advocate for yourself and always PRAY!

[@debg2359]

Why no review of the studies on dental flora and effect of specific bacterial strains on cognitive and other conditions?

[@Rym_Hosni]

Thank you doctor for these great labor, can WE eat non organic tomatoe peels and pulpe?

[@100LIAT]

תודה רבה רבה. יש ליאת הספרים שלך בשפה הונגרית.

[@georgecav]

CoQ10 is a simple fix for periodontitis / gingivitis which of course also links to better heart health

[@flaw6074]

Could you please make videos about Long Covid? Explaining the studies that exist? I think it would help a lot of people...

[@ajcochrane007]

Really helpful episode. Thanks

[@marc31415]

Great perspective Doc!

[@Justno-hm3vk]

Fascinating!

[@carefulconsumer8682]

I look at my very old relatives many of whom have dentures and they are sharp as tacks. I suspect a lot has to do with their diets--- no fast food, no pesticides, no TV fro=zen dinners, etc.--- and mostly a plant based diet except for eggs. Dentures are common in that "Greatest generation" and yet, dementia rare.

[@Hyperion1040]

In Japan they are testing drug for teeth regrow

[@ensabahnur7657]

Interesting

[@rappar9673]

so is nighttime bruxism good for your brain?!?

[@mariag1640]

That’s a good question; since daytime chewing helps with blood circulation in the brain then what about night time bruxism? Same effect?

[@zephyr2002]

But bad for your teeth so eventually also bad for your brain. Maybe if you wear a night guard.

[@rappar9673]

@@zephyr2002 >Maybe if you wear a night guard. Every night I do!

[@vonwane]

Dr Gregor didn't mention the use of molecular iodine for oral health.

[@chiyerano]

It's Dr. GREGER and maybe he will mention it in other videos.

[@G-rig6969]

Only brush the teeth you want to keep (and stay off the meth!)

[@naftalibendavid]

Any data on mewing?

[@LexiePersonForever]

Does anyone have a sweetener-free toothpaste?

[@YaneliRomero-w9u]

Slay Kyng 🎉

[@peggyharris3815]

Also...dont kiss anyone with bad teeth. You'll be sharing their oral microbiome which will setup camp in your mouth.

[@tracyleighbasham]

What a ridiculous way to live. And it's not even true. Your own microbiome will not be permenately altered by something so minor. Fear mongering is evil. Spread Love. Not Fear. ❤

[@peggyharris3815]

@@tracyleighbasham Here's another thought Tracy...make sure that they have the money to pay for the dental work they need. Make sure your money isn't their source for good oral health. Otherwise...proceed with passionate and reckless abandon.

[@tracyleighbasham]

@peggyharris3815 your personal disdain for humanity and Miser mentality is noted. I bet you are a real treasure to be around. Thankfully, the good Dr Greger doesn't live his life by your "virtues."

[@tracyleighbasham]

@peggyharris3815 I think your buddy Stephen Jenkinson would label that rhetoric of yours as "puritan."

[@Babesinthewood97]

That’s why nobody wants to! It’s a no go zone. Everyone knows it’s very unattractive. Unfortunately both my parents have terrible dental hygiene and they probably gave me bad bacteria, that I have to stave off. It’s the only reason I can think of, that I have no plaque or cavities but i do have bone loss and very mild gingivitis despite a plantbased diet, brushing and flossing. Or it could be clenching my teeth too hard which I tended to do when I was living with my parents years ago.

[@tracyselena]

Hi Dr. Greger ...can you please debunk the book "The Great Plant-Based Con" ??

[@k.h.6991]

Each of his books is a debunking of that book.

[@tracyselena]

@@k.h.6991 I understand that. I’ve read his books but it would be nice if he could specifically point out things in this book.

[@ithacacomments4811]

Oil pulling with coconut oil ! Your gums will thank you !!!

[@tracyleighbasham]

Pretty sure he already did a video on that. If I remember correctly, there were no significant improvements.

[@chiyerano]

You would be better off using clove bud oil and oil of oregano mixed with coconut oil with flossing to get some results

[@hypnosisforhappiness]

Please don't spread misinformation. Dr Greger has done videos on oil pulling, and not only is it not effective, but it can cause pneumonia from the seeping of fat into the lungs.

[@jakkidiamond7432]

@@tracyleighbasham The only way you'll ever know is if you try it for yourself. It works for me and costs next to nothing.

[@Anne-ub1nq]

I would avoid Oil Pulling. He did do a video on Oil Pulling, unfortunately there's a dangerous risk of accidentally getting the oil into your lungs, which can be very dangerous. So oil pulling isn't recommended.

[@Torch_Vs]

Dude arnt his teeth rotten?

[@Rain_Wavez]

I tried looking it up because I was curious and so no evidence to back that. There was one picture that just had bad lighting and only showed the tips of his teeth people tried to use as evidence, but everything in good lighting his teeth look pretty healthy.

[@Danuxsy]

Lol

[@Torch_Vs]

You can see them in 1 of his last videos

[@Rain_Wavez]

@Torch_Vs he could use some braces but all his recent shorts have regular looking teeth 🤷‍♀️ I've seen rotten teeth up close and that ain't it

[@zephyr2002]

He's smiling right there in the picture. Why would you think that?

[@gzmz1993]

So eating meat is good more chewing ❤

[@xperience-evolution]

Root plants actually. We ate many roots in the last 20 million years and pretty much exclusively plants in general. Broccoli is also great. Rye and Barley need a lot of chewing. Apples etc.

[@Alexander-ok7fm]

Thank you 😊