I have been talking about oral health for more than 15 years. I interviewed some fascinating oral health experts on the podcast and wrote tons of articles. This is the ultimate summary list of everything you need to know about natural oral care!
The health of our mouth is more than just a pretty set of pearly white teeth. It is an important indicator of general health. When our body is not well, it shows in our smiles. Sore and swollen gums, yellow or loose teeth, bad breath… all of this points to other health problems as the root cause.
I have organized the following information into groups so that you can more easily find what you are looking for. Think of it as a natural oral health directory. You’ll find everything from natural toothpaste recipes to how to remineralize teeth and my exact oral care routines. Plus, lots of expert interviews with dentists and other health experts.
Here’s a summary of all my oral care recipes, articles, and podcast episodes for easy reference.
Reflections on conventional dental and oral care
Until I grew up, I never thought to question conventional oral care. I used fluoride toothpaste and went to the dentist twice a year for a cleaning. After learning about natural oral health, I began to wonder how things were done. Here are some of my thoughts and the research behind conventional dentistry.
Remineralizing teeth
After making some changes to my oral care routine and diet, I noticed big changes in the health of my mouth. Here’s what I discovered along the way and what worked.
Oral care routines
Many people ask me what exactly I do or what I recommend when it comes to natural oral care. Here are the routines I’ve used and a breakdown of why each part is important.
Oral care ingredients
I’ve covered some of this before, but here’s more information about the specific ingredients in my homemade and store-bought oral care products.
Toothpaste and oral recipes
I like to rotate which products and ingredients I use for maximum health. I’ve been looking for pre-made toothpaste lately because there are some really good ones out there now. And with everything that happens in life, sometimes that’s the simplest thing. If you want to make your own, this is what worked for me in the past to remineralize teeth and have a healthy mouth.
Teeth Whitening
You can skip whitening strips with these easy DIY solutions. In general, strengthening teeth and eating nutrient-dense foods makes teeth whiter. However, these are good for an extra boost to remove stains naturally.
oil extraction
Information about oil listening and how to do it. It can help whiten teeth (see above) and reduce plaque. My dentist certainly noticed a difference after I started oil pulling regularly!
Natural Oral Care Podcasts
This combination of solo episodes and expert interviews is in no particular order. It goes beyond conventional dental care and sheds light on topics such as diet, the role of sunlight, what oral bacteria really mean, and more. I have discovered that they offer some surprising and profound truths!
What are some ways you naturally care for your teeth and oral health? Leave a comment and share below!
