Mind Your Mouth31 Mars 2025

#002 - The WORST TikTok Dental Trends (Do NOT Try These!) 🦷😳

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In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Dr. Maria Florou breaks down some of

the biggest misconceptions about oral health. She dives into the right

way to use mouthwash (hint: timing matters!) and why using it right

after brushing might actually do more harm than good. Plus, she unpacks

the science behind saliva pH, especially how women’s saliva tends to be

more acidic and what that means for dental health.

Dr. Maria also takes a closer look at those viral dental hacks floating

around online, from fluoride skepticism to mouthwash myths. Her advice?

Don’t believe everything you see, do your research and always consult a

pro.

Ready to separate fact from fiction when it comes to your teeth? Tune in

now! 🎧🦷

Follow Dr. Maria:

https://www.facebook.com/casuarinadental

https://www.instagram.com/casuarina_dental/

https://www.youtube.com/@mind_your_mouth

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Water Flosser: https://geni.us/A3oaH

Xylitol gum: https://geni.us/yxuB

Sonic Tooth brush: https://geni.us/ejM6z9h

Rebounder/ mini trampoline : https://geni.us/QoSBc

Tongue scraper: https://geni.us/QoSBc

Aus Infra Red Sauna: https://hyperwellbeing.com.au/product-category/premium-full-spectrum-infrared-saunas/?ref=291

US Infra red sauna: https://sunhome.pxf.io/gOXNLB

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:18 - Debate on Fluoride Use

00:02:12 - Fluoride and Health Concerns

00:03:19 - Tips for a Healthier Mouth

00:04:31 - Flossing Techniques

00:06:04 - Optimal Oral Care Routine

00:08:30 - Hydrogen Peroxide Discussion

00:09:54 - Enamel Erosion and Oral Hygiene

00:10:34 - Gender Differences in Oral Health

00:11:29 - Saliva pH and Its Impact

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