What happens when dentistry meets ear, nose, and throat medicine? In this fascinating episode of The Root of the Matter, Dr. Rachaele Carver sits down with Dr. Jessica Lee, a double board-certified ENT and lifestyle medicine physician, to explore how integrative, cross-disciplinary care is transforming patient outcomes.
From the connection between jaw development and airway health to the truth about tonsil stones, sinus surprises on dental CBCT scans, and how allergies really develop, Dr. Lee offers a rare blend of conventional expertise and holistic insight. Together, they uncover why medical–dental collaboration is crucial for tackling chronic issues, and how curiosity, open-mindedness, and personalized care can change the game.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
- Why dentists and ENTs should be collaborating more closely
- How airway health, jaw growth, and tonsils are connected in kids and adults
- The hidden causes (and surprising fixes) for swollen tonsils and tonsil stones
- What your dental CBCT scan might reveal about sinus health
- How reflux, allergies, and the microbiome influence ENT conditions
- Why personalized, integrative medicine can succeed where a single approach fails
Episode Highlights:
- The “two toolboxes” approach: blending conventional and holistic medicine
- Maxillary deficiency, tongue posture, and their effect on breathing
- ENT tips for preventing allergy flare-ups and nasal congestion
- Surprising stories of patient intuition and detective-style diagnosis
- The importance of being your own healthcare advocate
🔗 Resources & Links:
- Connect with Dr. Jessica Lee: Instagram @entchat | Website
🎧 Listen now to discover how bridging the gap between medicine and dentistry can open new possibilities for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
To contact Dr. Carver directly, email her at drcarver@carverfamilydentistry.com
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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Information discussed is not intended for diagnosis, curing, or prevention of any disease and is not intended to replace advice given by a licensed healthcare practitioner. Before using any products mentioned or attempting methods discussed, please speak with a licensed healthcare provider. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse reactions associated with products or methods discussed. Opinions from guests are their own, and this podcast does not condone or endorse opinions made by guests. We do not provide guarantees about the guests' qualifications or credibility. This podcast and its guests may have direct or indirect financial interests associated with products mentioned.
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