#362: Redefining Oral Health: The SURPRISING Link Between Your Mouth, Disease & Longevity (How A Spit Test Could Save Your Life) | with Dr. Nammy Patel
Today, I’m joined by the insightful Dr. Nammy Patel, a trailblazing functional dentist who’s redefining what it means to care for your oral health. Dr. Patel shares her unique path from conventional dental training to a holistic, prevention-focused approach that considers your mouth as the true starting point of gut—and whole body—health. She opens up about how her background in Ayurveda and cutting-edge training have shaped the way she addresses root causes instead of just treating symptoms.
Together, we dive into why the old “drill and fill” model is outdated, how oral health is deeply linked to longevity, and what your spit can reveal about your risk for cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, and even cancer. Dr. Patel reveals how jaw structure impacts sleep and nitric oxide production, why tongue posture matters more than you think, and how practices like nasal breathing and personalized microbiome testing can truly help you thrive as you age.
If you’ve ever wondered how your oral health fits into the bigger picture of wellness—or want to future-proof your smile and vitality—this episode is filled with science-backed tips, actionable strategies, and a refreshing new perspective on living longer, healthier, and stronger.
Learn more from Dr. Nammy Patel below:
Website: www.drnammypatel.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnammypatel/
What We Discuss:
Dr. Patel’s background and root-cause dental care ... 00:07:57
Oral microbiome and disease risk ... 00:13:59
Spit tests for cardiovascular and cognitive screening ... 00:15:25
Patient case: Oral bacteria and early tumor detection ... 00:17:47
Mouth as a window to systemic health ... 00:22:26
Aging, tongue posture, and sleep disorders after 40 ... 00:27:37
Jaw expansion to improve airway and nitric oxide ... 00:35:24
Fillings, root canals, cavitations: risks and new approaches...00:43:28
Menopause, hormones, and oral changes ... 00:50:47
Children’s oral development: Prevention tips ... 00:53:33
Halitosis as a health clue ... 00:56:11
Choosing oral care products and probiotics ... 00:58:25
Oil pulling, lasers, and misunderstood dental gadgets ... 01:00:26
Key signs of deeper oral issues ... 01:06:07
Top habits for daily oral and systemic health ... 01:07:50
Where to find Dr. Patel and resources ... 01:10:50
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