Why Your Dental Routine Matters For Fertility and Pregnancy Success Outcomes

We’re digging into how to improve the oral microbiome and why this matters when TTC.

We all know that brushing and flossing our teeth is a good daily habit, but what if our dental health was linked to our reproductive health?

We talk a lot about how a healthy gut microbiome and vaginal microbiome are essential for anyone on the fertility journey, but what is the oral microbiome?

Periodontal disease can be linked to egg and sperm health and complications during pregnancy.

Let’s discover how oral health may be linked to fertility and what you can do to improve pregnancy success.

In today’s episode, you’ll learn:

1. What is the oral microbiome, and why it matters for fertility
2. How periodontal disease may be linked to ovulation and lengthen the time for conception
3. The link between pregnancy complications such as miscarriage, preeclampsia, preterm labour and more
4. The connection between the oral microbiome and male fertility (i.e. sperm health) and even erectile dysfunction
5. Specific strategies to improve your oral health

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HIGHLIGHTS:

3:33 WELCOME KATY BRADBURY

4:47 WHY WE’RE TALKING ABOUT THE ORAL MICROBIOME

6:13 WHAT IS THE ORAL MICROBIOME?

• The microbiome is the array of microorganisms that dwell on or in our bodies
• These microbes can help or hinder our health
• Your microbiome is dependent on what you put into your body.
• Connections between your oral microbiome and overall health
• The bacteria in your mouth can impact pregnancy outcomes.

10:49 FERTILITY & THE ORAL MICROBIOME

• Dysbiosis in the oral microbiome can lead to inflammation.
• Signs of dysbiosis
• How oral microbiome dysbiosis can lead to fertility issues

15:00 PREGNANCY OUTCOMES

• The potential for oral bacteria to cross the placental barrier and cause adverse pregnancy outcomes
• How we respond to certain strains of bacteria from the oral microbiome showing up in stool testing
• The types of bacteria that have been connected to adverse pregnancy outcomes

24:41 ORAL MICROBIOME TESTING

• Invivo Healthcare - microbiome testing in the UK
• Prevention and care are the most critical aspects.

25:24 SPERM HEALTH

• Men with periodontal disease have been shown to have worse sperm parameters and are at increased risk for erectile dysfunction.

26:40 DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS

• Get Pregnant Naturally | Episode 103: Healthy Sleep, Sleep Apnea And Why It Matters For Fertility
• Opportunistic and pathogenic bacteria love all things sugary.
• Benefits of a diet rich in fibre, protein, and healthy fats
• Specific foods that support your oral health

33:03 BIOFILMS AND ORAL HEALTH

• How biofilms are formed
• The importance of biofilm disruptors
• Tips for maintaining oral health, including regular cleanings, tongue scraping, and finding a dentist that suits your needs

36:36 OUR OBSESSION WITH CLEANLINESS

• We need to find a happy medium instead of trying to wipe everything out
• The goal is to balance good bacteria in the oral cavity.

39:03 BENEFITS OF OIL PULLING

41:04 FINAL THOUGHTS

• Consider the oral microbiome as part of the puzzle if you’re struggling with fertility

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