375: Amalgam, Fluoride, Root Canals and All Things DENTAL Affecting How We Age with NYC Smile Design

Hey! It is Natalie Jill! Today on Midlife Conversations I am chatting with Dr. Ramin Tabib and Dr. Elisa Mello about amalgam fillings. This old and outdated tooth restoration technique from the 1800s uses mercury, one of the most toxic substances for humans. While it's banned in some countries, it's still allowed in the US, likely because the American Dental Association (ADA) was built around it. In the past, barbers often replaced amalgam fillings, creating an economic need to protect the industry and ensure dentists had work. If the ADA were to admit that amalgams are harmful, it would lead to a flood of lawsuits. Additionally, because the metal in the fillings expands differently than teeth do, it causes tiny cracks, leading to more mercury leakage, tooth fractures, and decay. This sets us up for even more dental work in the future. In this episode, you will learn: All About Amalgam Fillings Porcelain Fused to Metal (PFM) Crowns The connection between dental health and overall wellness Advancements in dental implant materials Should you be using fluoride Pros & Cons of Root Canals Whether or not to get veneers and MORE! Learn more about Dr. Ramin Tabib and Dr. Elisa Mello at: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nycsmiledesign/?hl=en WEBSITE: https://www.nycsmiledesign.com/ramin-tabib Watch this episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@nataliejillfitness Read the Blog about the episode HERE: https://www.midlifeconversations.com/blog/ Want to listen in on a LIVE recording of Midlife Conversations? You can listen in, hear the episode unedited prior to launch, AND stay on and ask your questions to the guest! (Don't worry! We won't air your questions so you can stay anonymous!) Go to Join.Midlifeconversations.com to learn more Free Gifts for Being a Listener of Midlife Conversations! FREE Mastering the Midlife Midsection guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ FREE Age optimizing and supplement guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Additional links you might like to check out! 365 Community for Midlife Women join.midlifeconversations.com The 7 Day Jump Start Midlife Edition www.the7dayjumpstart.com Home workouts www.Nataliejillfitness.com/homefit To advertise on our podcast please reach out to support@nataliejillfitness.com Connect with me on your social media! Instagram www.Instagram.com/nataliejllfit Facebook www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen. Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.