More Than Teeth
More Than Teeth
Podcast Description
Where true health transformation begins in the mouth. Join Dr. Michael Bennett, DDS, PhD, and Cathy Bennett as they explore the powerful connection between oral health and overall well-being. From sleep and airway disorders to nutrition and systemic disease, this podcast uncovers the hidden links that traditional medicine often overlooks. Designed for healthcare professionals and patients alike, More Than Teeth is your gateway to understanding how the mouth plays a critical role in total body health.
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The podcast focuses on multiple interconnected health topics including sleep health, nutrition, airway management, and chronic conditions such as sleep apnea and TMJ disorders. Episodes provide valuable discussions on patient case studies, the impact of dental health on systemic diseases, and corrective breathing techniques, exemplified in episodes reviewing the connections between undiagnosed sleep apnea and childhood health or migraines and sleep quality.
Where true health transformation begins in the mouth.
Join Dr. Michael Bennett, DDS, PhD, and Cathy Bennett as they explore the powerful connection between oral health and overall well-being. From sleep and airway disorders to nutrition and systemic disease, this podcast uncovers the hidden links that traditional medicine often overlooks. Designed for healthcare professionals and patients alike, More Than Teeth is your gateway to understanding how the mouth plays a critical role in total body health.
In this episode of More Than Teeth Podcast, host Dr. Michael Bennett talks with Allison Allred about her harrowing journey to uncover the root cause of her young son’s debilitating symptoms. What began with concerns over optic nerve swelling led to a diagnosis of idiopathic intracranial hypertension and a deeper exploration into issues like sleep apnea and airway obstruction.
Allison’s unwavering determination led to life-changing improvements in her son’s health and behavior. Key takeaways include the importance of trusting maternal instincts, the need for persistent medical investigation, and the powerful role of holistic approaches in treating chronic conditions.
00:43 Initial Symptoms and Diagnosis
02:37 Exploring Treatment Options
03:47 Discovering the Underlying Issues
07:12 Meeting the Specialist and Treatment Plan
11:55 Improvements and Reflections
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Michael Bennett, DDS, PhD
Board-Certified Dentist | Healthcare Professions Educator
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