Dr. Jared Helfant: The Dangers of "Nuking" Your Mouth Bacteria | Sleep Apnea, Jaw Development & The Truth About Fluoride

Dr. Jared Helfant: The Dangers of "Nuking" Your Mouth Bacteria | Sleep Apnea, Jaw Development & The Truth About Fluoride

January 7, 2026 · 1h 8m · Episode 151

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Andrés Preschel interviews Dr. Jared Helfant about the dangers of using strong mouthwash and the importance of maintaining a healthy oral microbiome.

Did you know that using strong mouthwash might be destroying your blood pressure and gut health? In this episode, Andres sits down with Dr. Jared Helfant, a functional dentist who is changing the way we look at oral health. They dive deep into why the "kill 99% of bacteria" approach is outdated and how maintaining a symbiotic oral microbiome is the key to systemic health. Dr. Helfant breaks down the critical difference between nasal and mouth breathing, explaining how the latter ruins facial ...

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