Oral Health Matters
An original podcast series from Smiles for Life, featuring candid conversations and expert insights exploring the vital connection between oral health and overall well-being.
Episodes
In this episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers is joined by Dr. Thomas Chiodo for a conversation about ankyloglossia, commonly known as tongue-tie, and other restrictive frenulums. Dr. Chiodo explains how tongue-tie can affect tongue mobility and discusses the potential impact on infant feeding, including latch issues, poor suction, excess air intake, and related concerns such as bloating or reflux. The conversati...
In this episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers is joined by Dr. Tonya Cook and Dr. Rebecca Bernstein to explore the connection between substance use and oral health. They break down how substances like tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and methamphetamine impact the mouth, often accelerating decay through reduced saliva and other side effects—and discuss additional risks tied to stimulants, opioids, and other drugs. The...
In this episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers speaks with Beau Meyer, DDS, MPH, a board-certified pediatric dentist and associate professor at The Ohio State University, about silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and its growing use in medical settings. Meyer explains how this minimally invasive liquid arrests dental caries through antibacterial action and fluoride-driven remineralization, making it especially valuable ...
In this episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers is joined by Erinne Kennedy, DMD, MPH, MMSc, Assistant Dean for Curriculum and Integrated Learning at the Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine, for an in-depth discussion on antibiotic prophylaxis in dentistry and why the guidelines continue to evolve. The conversation explores how new evidence has reshaped recommendations by more clearly weighing risks v...
In this episode of Smiles for Life: Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers speaks with Dr. Stephanie Voyles, faculty physician at the St. Mary’s Family Medicine Residency Program, about the critical connection between human papillomavirus (HPV) and oral health. Dr. Voyles explains why HPV is now responsible for the majority of oral cancers in the United States and highlights the powerful role of the HPV vaccine in preventing...
In this episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers welcomes Dr. John Ahern, Director of Medical Dental Integration at Cambridge Health Alliance, for a thoughtful conversation about bridging the gap between oral and medical health. Dr. Ahern shares his journey from Ireland to Boston and reflects on a decade of advancing integrated care in one of the country’s most diverse communities. Together, they explore practical s...
In this episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers sits down with Dr. Hugh Silk and Dr. Wanda Gonsalves to explore why oral health is essential before, during, and after pregnancy. They discuss how conditions like gingivitis and periodontitis can increase the risk of complications such as preterm birth and low birth weight—and how proactive dental care can make a difference. The conversation offers practical guidance ...
In the inaugural episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers welcomes Dr. Denise Rizzolo and Dr. Thomas Chiodo for a deep dive into dental pain, trauma, and emergencies. They explore why dental injuries are especially common in children, the most frequent reasons patients seek emergency dental care, and how to respond when accidents happen. Dr. Chiodo breaks down the differences between avulsion, luxation, and subluxat...
Welcome to Oral Health Matters, a new podcast from Smiles for Life. Hosted by family physician and editor Karlynn Sievers, each 30-minute episode features candid conversations with leading voices in oral health education. Expect fresh perspectives, inspiring stories, and practical insights that highlight the impact of the profession. Check out the trailer for episode one!
Oral Health Matters is produced by Association Briefings.
Popular Podcasts
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by Audiochuck Media Company.
Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.