Are dentists at high risk of Mercury poisoning? Does that increase the risk of Suicide? Is snoring normal? All these questions and more are discussed in this week's episode, you may be shocked at what you'll hear. Irene Iancu engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Kalli Hale , a second-generation dentist renowned for her expertise in airway-centered dentistry and her leadership as Chief Dental Officer at Toothpillow . Dr. Hale's dedication to pediatric dental care emphasizes the critical connection between oral health and systemic well-being, particularly focusing on how dental issues can influence conditions like heart disease and sleep-disordered breathing. Dr. Kalli Hale has known since she was a young child that she wanted to follow in her parent's footsteps and become a dentist! She received her bachelor’s degree in biology and her Master of Public Health from Texas A&M University, followed by her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston. As the Chief Dental Officer at Toothpillow, Dr. Hale is dedicated to revolutionizing pediatric dental care by providing a supportive and engaging experience for children during their dental journey. Her passion extends to how our teeth affect systemic health, the long-term consequences of dental treatment, the link between dental infection/periodontal disease and heart attacks, and the relationship between chronic airway problems and tooth grinding. Dr. Hale is a Clinical Advocate for Vivos Therapeutics and an accomplished airway dentist, frequently lecturing across the country to help dentists implement airway-centered dentistry in their practices. She is an Affiliate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and a certified Invisalign provider. The Airway Dentists In this episode, Dr. Hale discusses the significance of maintaining a healthy airway for improved sleep and overall health, the importance of exercising caution with amalgam fillings due to potential health risks, and effective strategies to prevent burnout among busy clinicians. Her insights are informed by her extensive experience, including her role as a Clinical Advocate for Vivos Therapeutics , where she collaborates with dentists nationwide to develop clinical protocols for treating obstructive sleep apnea and sleep-disordered breathing. The Airway Dentists Listeners can anticipate a wealth of practical advice and professional insights in this episode, with the continuation of this enlightening discussion scheduled for Part 2 next week. To connect with Dr. Kalli Hale and explore her work further, visit her online platforms: Instagram: @theairwaycentereddentist , @toothpillow_official Toothpillow: https://www.toothpillow.com/ Myobrace: https://myobrace.com/en-us American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine: https://aadsm.org/ Vivos Therapeutics: https://vivos.com/ Sleep Well Journey Mentorship: https://sleepwelljourney.com/mentorship As humans we all have one thing in common - we need to breathe! It should come as no surprise that a healthy airway is connected to better sleep and oral health. Learn more about the evolving field of airway dentistry, why you should still be cautious about amalgams, and how to deal with burnout as a busy clinician in the first half of our discussion with Dr. Hale - stay tuned for Part 2 next week! This episode offers valuable insights for dental professionals and anyone interested in the intersections of dental health, sleep medicine, and overall wellness. If you made it all the way down here, hit a like and share a comment. Until next time, Peace out peeps! ✌️ _______________________________________ 📦 Amazon Store with my FAV things: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/toothlife.irene?listId=YLX0271390I3 Follow on Social Media: _______________________________________ 💁🏼♀️Personal Instagram @Toothlife.Irene https://www.instagram.com/toothlife.irene Personal Instagram: @victoriaarmaly_ https://www.instagram.com/victoriaarmaly_ 🙋🏼♀️Facebook Irene Iancu https://www.facebook.com/irene.iancu 💃🏼TikTok @Toothlife.Irene https://www.tiktok.com/@toothlife.irene 🛒Online Store and Instagram @Toothlife https://www.instagram.com/toothlife 🥼Office Instagram @ToothlifeStudio https://www.instagram.com/ToothlifeStudio ______________________________________ 🎤Podcast @ToothorDare.Podcast https://www.instagram.com/ToothorDare.Podcast _______________________________________ 🔗🌲Cool links in my Linktree https://linktr.ee/TOOTHLIFE.IRENE
