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How Oral Bacteria Impact Your Health with Brian Maurer

How Oral Bacteria Impact Your Health with Brian Maurer

Update: 2024-12-10
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In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Brian Maurer, Co-Founder of Bristle Health, joins Dr. Kate Kresge to dive into the Rupa Health and Bristle Health partnership to change the game in oral microbiome testing.

You’ll hear us discuss:

  • How Bristle Health is transforming oral microbiome testing

  • How oral bacteria impact your whole body

  • Why brushing and flossing isn't enough to beat cavities

  • The link between oral health and autoimmune diseases

Over seven years, Brian played a key role in driving the adoption of genomics at companies like Illumina, focusing on expanding their reach into new and emerging markets. At Twist Bioscience, he managed the growth of their genomic sequencing business in Northern California. Passionate about healthcare innovation, Brian is dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve patient outcomes.

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Timestamps

03:50 - The Microbiome Test That Changes Everything

08:11 - The Unlikely Pathogen Behind Years of Gum Pain

11:04 - How Oral Bacteria Impact Your Whole Body

15:09 - Oral vs. Gut Microbiome

17:51 - Why Brushing and Flossing Isn't Enough to Beat Cavities

24:14 - What’s Hiding in Your Microbiome?

27:43 - Fighting Gum Disease and Bad Breath with Probiotics

35:06 - Electric vs. Manual Toothbrush

36:35 - Can Your Mouthwash Impact Your Blood Pressure?

40:17 - How Bristle's Oral Test Can Detect What Dentists Often Miss

42:58 - The Link Between Oral Health and Autoimmune Diseases

47:05 - Where Can You Find Brian Maurer?

49:15 - The Simple Diet Change That Could Change Your Oral Health


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How Oral Bacteria Impact Your Health with Brian Maurer

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