First, a quick note, the Plant-Based Canada Nutrition Conference is back again this year!  For more info, check out: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/4th-canadian-plant-based-nutrition-conference-2023-tickets-555842027467In this episode of the Plant-Based Canada Podcast we are joined by Dr. Helen Voronina. Dr Voronina is a principal dentist at Dr Helen's Dental & Implant Studio - an implant focused practice in Melbourne, Australia. She advocates for a whole food plant-based diet for optimal health, as well as ecological and compassionate reasons, and believes that prevention is the most important aspect of medicine. Her clinic utilizes waste conscious technology, and uses non-animal derived materials where possible. In this episode we discuss:Incorporating plant-based practices into personal and professional practices Dentistry tools and techniquesPlant-based sugars & dental decayBeverages & dental healthOral health microbiome & overall healthAcidic erosion & brushing Myths & misconceptionsEpisode Resources:Do vegans get more cavities?Vegetarian Diet & Dental Health ReviewDr. Helen Voronina´s Socials:Website: https://drhelen.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhelensdental/?hl=enFacebook: Dr Helen's Dental & Implant StudioPlant-Based Canada’s Socials:Instagram  (@plantbasedcanadaorg)Facebook (Plant-Based Canada, https://m.facebook.com/plantbasedcanadaorg/)Website  (https://www.plantbasedcanada.org/)Thank you for tuning in! Make sure to subscribe to the Plant-Based Canada Podcast so you get notified when new episodes are published. This episode was hosted by Stephanie Nishi PhD, RD.Support the show