Did you know that our eyes are an extension of the brain? It's true! And in many cases, products that are safe to use on the rest of the body aren't safe for use around the eyes. My guest today is Dr. Kelly J. Blodgett, a recognized leader in holistic and integrative biological dentistry, a published researcher, author, and top clinician. His educational background in psychology, traditional dentistry, naturopathic medical dentistry and integrative biological dental medicine provides him with a unique perspective as a healthcare provider. He understands and respects the interconnectedness of oral health, systemic health and the feelings and emotions which accompany most people’s dental experience. Dr. Blodgett’s professional vision is to reverse the negative stereotype associated with dentistry by sharing loving care in an environment free from judgement. Join us as we talk about how different chemicals typically used in the mouth can affect our overall health. Have you ever experienced side effects from a dental exposure? Tell me about it in the comments! In this episode: How can mercury affect your health? How to safely remove mercury fillings Information about teeth whitening Dr. Blodgett's thoughts on fluoride Quotes “It's pretty darn hard to change the tone, if you will, or the color of a tooth when the internal aspect of it is darker.” [13:48] “For children, there are a lot of studies that show significant decrease in neurological functioning from exposure to fluoride.” [20:42] Links Find Dr. Blodgett online How to find a holistic dentist iaomt.org iabdm.org EWG’s Healthy Living App Healthy Skin Show ep. 171: Can A Root Canal Cause Eczema, Psoriasis or Other Skin Rashes? w/ Dr. Kelly Blodgett Berkey Water Filters Healthy Skin Show ep. 016: Can Fluoride Be A Hidden Trigger For Your Skin? w/ Melissa Gallico Healthy Skin Show ep. 116: Can Chlorine In Water Harm Your Skin? w/ Lara Adler Follow Dr. Blodgett on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter