The Hidden Link: Oral Health’s Impact on Chronic Disease Management

Episode Summary

Unlock the secret to a healthier life as we explore the often-overlooked connection between your mouth and your overall health. Esteemed experts Dr. Deb Fuller and Dr. Maria Ryan join us to unravel how neglecting your gums could be affecting your heart, complicating diabetes management, and even impacting your mental health. We promise you’ll walk away with a new understanding of why a good oral hygiene routine is more than just keeping your teeth clean—it’s a vital part of managing chronic diseases.

Listen and Learn:

• Economic benefits of prioritizing oral health

• The critical need to integrate oral care into medical protocols, especially for cancer patients

• The importance of educating both patients and healthcare providers on these connections, urging a holistic approach to healthcare that considers the mouth an essential part of the body

Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation that could change how you think about your health forever.

Hosts

• Bob Gold, Chief Behavioral Technologist, GoMo Health
• Shelley Schoenfeld, Chief Strategist, GoMo Health

Featured Guests

• Dr. Deb Fuller, National Dental Director for Cigna Dental
• Dr. Maria Ryan, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at the Colgate Palmolive Company