{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep 134 - Your Mouth Tells a Story: How Biological Dentistry Connects Oral Health, Hormones &amp; Autoimmunity, with Dr. Toni Engram","description":" Have you ever wondered how your dental health connects to your hormones, your immune system, or even your blood sugar? My guest today, Dr. Toni Engram, is here to pull back the curtain on the powerful \u2014 and often overlooked \u2014 mouth-body connection.  Dr. Engram is a biological dentist, integrative health coach, and owner of Flourish Dental Boutique in Richardson, TX. After walking through her own journey with autoimmune disease, she realized traditional dentistry often misses the deeper story of what\u2019s happening in the body.  In this conversation, we dive into:    How oral inflammation and toxins can impact hormones, gut health, and blood sugar.   What it means to choose a biological dentist \u2014 and what \u201cSMART Certified\u201d and \u201cIAOMT-accredited\u201d really mean.   Safer options for amalgam removal, root canals, and cavity prevention.   How breathing patterns, jaw tension, and sleep affect stress and glucose levels.   And simple steps you can take to support your oral health naturally \u2014 especially during perimenopause and beyond.   If you\u2019ve ever had metal fillings, dental anxiety, or autoimmune flares you can\u2019t quite explain \u2014 this episode will connect some dots you didn\u2019t even know were there.  Listen now to learn how your mouth can become a mirror for your whole-body health. &amp;nbsp; Connect with Dr. Toni Engram Flourish Dental website IG @drtoniengram TikTok Twitter YouTube LinkedIn &amp;nbsp; Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast reach more people. Be sure to share this episode.  What to do now: *Join the book pre-launch list for early access, bonuses, and 2026 launch updates. Grab my free guide,&amp;nbsp;HRT and Type 1 Diabetes&amp;nbsp; Everything I wish I knew in perimenopause.  *Follow me IG&amp;nbsp;@Type1.in.midlife&amp;nbsp;stay in the loop on upcoming episodes. DM me with any feedback or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover. &amp;nbsp; Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on this Type 1 in Midlife Podcast should be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please always consult your medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages or health care plan. ","author_name":"Type 1 In Midlife: Women Over 40 with Type 1 Diabetes, Hormones, Perimenopause, Menopause, and Blood Sugar Challenges","author_url":"https:\/\/www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39142190\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/195745775"}