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Fix Your Mouth to Fix Your Body: Oral Health Hacks (Tongue Exercises & Scraping, Oil Pulling, Mouth Taping, & Breathwork)

Dr. Namrata Patel · March 13, 2025

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Fix Your Mouth to Fix Your Body: Oral Health Hacks (Tongue Exercises & Scraping, Oil Pulling, Mouth Taping, & Breathwork) — Dr. Namrata Patel

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March 13, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min

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About Dr. Namrata Patel

Author and Expert in Holistic Wellbeing through Dentistry

52M+ Readers reached worldwide57 countries Published in 67 languagesAmazon & Forbes Best-selling author20+ years Holistic dentistry experience

Dr. Namrata Patel is an expert in holistic dentistry and a passionate advocate for health optimization through oral health. As the founder of Green Dentistry in San Francisco, Dr. Patel has redefined dental care by combining cutting-edge dental science with eco-friendly, holistic practices to transform lives. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in preventing and managing chronic conditions such as Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and arthritis by addressing underlying oral health factors. Her innovative approach integrates advanced diagnostics, sleep therapy, and functional medicine to promote longevity and overall well-being.

Dr. Patel’s groundbreaking work and vision have earned her recognition in prominent outlets such as Beauty News, Doctor’s Talk on Haute Living, where she shared her journey and insights into holistic health. As both an educator and thought leader, she has developed courses for patients looking to enhance their health and for dentists and hygienists seeking to elevate their practices through eco-conscious and holistic methodologies. Drawing on her expertise in Ayurveda and functional medicine, Dr. Patel bridges the gap between oral and systemic health, empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being.

A respected voice in her field, Dr. Patel frequently highlights emerging research, such as the links between oral microbiomes and Alzheimer’s, inspiring audiences to rethink the impact of oral health on overall wellness.

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About this episode

Think oral health is just about cavities? Think again.

Dr. Namrata Patelbreaks down how your mouth influences digestion, sleep, & even hormone balance. Get expert insights on holistic dentistry, the dangers of mouth breathing, & how small daily habits can transform your health from the inside out on today’s episode on "Holistic Oral Health Care."

Meet our guest

Dr. Nammy Patel, DDS, is a holistic dentist dedicated to patient health & environmentally conscious dentistry. Born in India & raised in the U.S., she founded Green Dentistry in 2005—San Francisco’s first eco-friendly dental practice. Her LEED-certified office uses safe materials, energy-efficient systems, & sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact.

A graduate of USC’s School of Dentistry, Dr. Nammy turned down conventional roles to create a practice that prioritizes both health & sustainability. She is also the author of Age With Style and is developing a nonprofit to promote greener dentistry in India.

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Key takeaways

Diseases like heart attack & diabetes can be diagnosed early by examining the mouth, according to Ayurvedic practices

Mouth breathing leads to sleep apnea & other health issues, while nasal breathing produces beneficial nitric oxide

Breathing through the nose helps convert oxygen to nitric oxide, improving body function & hormone regulation

Using mouth tape reduces mouth breathing & improves sleep quality

Simple exercises like sticking your tongue out while driving can strengthen tongue function

Using coconut oil in the mouth (oil pulling) detoxes the body by binding toxins

A Waterpik is preferred over traditional flossing and works well with hydrogen peroxide or ozonated water

The tongue’s position impacts breathing and systemic health

Episode highlights

6:22 – Oral Health & Its Connection to Systemic Health

11:22 – Tongue Position & Peak Performance