#042 - Wisdom Teeth Removal: Evidence-Based Decisions on When to Extract or Preserve

#042 - Wisdom Teeth Removal: Evidence-Based Decisions on When to Extract or Preserve

Wisdom teeth are often removed as a routine procedure, but current evidence shows that removal is not always necessary. In this episode, we explore the clinical criteria used to determine when extraction is indicated and when preservation is appropriate.


We discuss key factors such as positioning, infection risk, hygiene accessibility, and the presence of disease, including pericoronitis and decay. The episode also addresses common misconceptions, including the belief that wisdom teeth cause crowding, and highlights the importance of individualized risk assessment.


Additionally, we examine how age influences surgical outcomes, recovery, and complication risk, and why timing plays a critical role in decision-making.


This episode provides a clear, science-based framework for understanding wisdom teeth management and making informed decisions in collaboration with your dental professional.

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#044 - Ozempic, Dry Mouth & Tooth Damage: What the Research Is Starting to Reveal

#044 - Ozempic, Dry Mouth & Tooth Damage: What the Research Is Starting to Reveal

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are transforming obesity and diabetes treatment — but are they also affecting oral health?In this episode, we examine the emerging research surroun...

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#043 - The Hidden Link Between Tooth Loss, Inflammation & Longevity

#043 - The Hidden Link Between Tooth Loss, Inflammation & Longevity

Could your teeth predict how long and how well you live?In this episode, Dr. Maria Floro explores the growing body of research connecting oral health to longevity, cognitive decline, systemic inflamma...

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#041 - 5 Mouth Myths That Are Destroying Your Health (And What to Do Instead)

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Most people think they understand oral health — but some of the most common beliefs are actually making things worse.In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Dr. Maria Flora breaks down the 5 biggest myths...

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#040 - Microplastics in the Human Body: Scientific Evidence and the Emerging Role of the Oral Microbiome

#040 - Microplastics in the Human Body: Scientific Evidence and the Emerging Role of the Oral Microbiome

Recent peer-reviewed studies have detected microplastics in human blood, major organs, placental tissue, and even the first stool of newborns. This is no longer an environmental story — it is a human ...

21 Apr 12min

#039 - How to Read Your Tongue: A Clinical Guide to Hidden Health Signals

#039 - How to Read Your Tongue: A Clinical Guide to Hidden Health Signals

The tongue is one of the most overlooked diagnostic indicators in the human body. With rapid tissue turnover and constant exposure to internal and external environments, it can reflect early signs of ...

14 Apr 16min

#038 - Saliva: The Overlooked Key to Cavities, Health, and Disease Detection

#038 - Saliva: The Overlooked Key to Cavities, Health, and Disease Detection

Most people think cavities are caused by sugar—but the reality is far more complex.In this episode, we explore one of the most overlooked yet powerful systems in the human body: saliva. Far from being...

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#037 - Why Dental Problems Keep Coming Back: The Hidden Role of Your Oral Microbiome

#037 - Why Dental Problems Keep Coming Back: The Hidden Role of Your Oral Microbiome

Why do cavities, gum inflammation, and failing dental work keep happening—even when you’re doing everything right?In this episode, we explore a major shift in modern dentistry: oral disease is not jus...

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