Beyond the Dentist’s Chair: Oral Health as Preventive Healthcare

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Oral health has long been treated as separate from the rest of healthcare, but the evidence tells a different story. From diabetes and pregnancy to chronic disease management, the connection between oral health and overall health has never been clearer. The challenge now is turning that knowledge into action.

In this episode of the Human Resilience Podcast, Bob Gold and Shelley Schoenfeld welcome Brant Herman, Founder and CEO of Dentistry.One, to explore how technology, virtual care, and behavioral engagement are breaking down the barriers between medical and dental care. Together, they discuss why improving outcomes starts by making oral health a seamless part of the patient journey—not another disconnected appointment or referral.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why oral health is fundamental to whole-person healthcare
  • How technology can bridge the gap between medical and dental care
  • Why patient engagement extends far beyond the dental chair
  • The role of virtual care in improving access, especially in underserved and rural communities
  • How personalized outreach and behavioral science help patients take action between visits
  • Why the future of healthcare depends on integrating care—not treating conditions in silos

Hosts

  • Bob Gold , Founder & Chief Behavioral Technologist, GoMo Health
  • Shelley Schoenfeld, Chief Marketing & Client Services Officer, GoMo Health

Expert

  • Brant Herman, Founder & CEO, Dentistry.One

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