The Link Between Hormones, Pregnancy, Menopause & Your Teeth with Dr. Leedia Riman

In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Carrie Jones sits down with Dr. Leedia Riman to explore the often-overlooked connection between women's hormones and oral health. You'll hear them discuss: Why over 65% of women encounter dental disease during or after pregnancy How hormones like estrogen and relaxin impact your oral health Why oral dysbiosis leads to gut issues Practical oral care advice for women Dr. Leedia Riman is a holistic dentist, specializing in women's oral health throughout different life stages. Her personal experience with hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy and following dental complications deepened her understanding of the connection between hormones and oral health. She takes an integrative approach to dentistry, focusing on the relationship between oral health, hormones, and overall wellness. Dr. Riman currently runs the R Dental Group and is particularly passionate about building bridges between dental care and other medical specialties for comprehensive women's health care. Labs Mentioned Oral DNA Test Micronutrient Testing Hormone Testing Guest Details: Dr. Leedia Riman’s Website , LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , TikTok R Dental Group Website Rupa Health Details: Rupa Health's Website , LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Rupa Health Reference Guide & Magazine Dr. Carrie Jones Website , Instagram , Facebook & TikTok Timestamps 00:12 - The Oral-Vaginal Connection 05:38 - Common Oral Symptoms During Pregnancy 07:57 - How Oral Dysbiosis Impacts Gut Health 15:43 - Oral Health in Perimenopause and Menopause 19:07 - The Mysterious Burning Mouth Syndrome 24:53 - Oral Care for Every Stage 30:09 - Supplements That Support Oral and Overall Health 36:19 - Postpartum Oral Health 41:21 - Personalized Protocols for Perimenopause and Menopause 50:07 - Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste and Other Safe Oral Care Products 52:47 - Where to Find Dr. Leedia Riman