Dr Ben Javid- Root Canals: The Debate Your Dentist Won’t Have With You| DSH #1775

Most people treat dentistry like it’s separate from health. This episode flips that. Dr. Ben Javid from Smile Body breaks down what biological dentistry actually means — looking at the mouth as part of the whole body, reducing “toxic load,” and why chronic issues like inflammation, brain fog, and autoimmune symptoms can sometimes trace back to what’s happening in your teeth and gums. We also talk about the foods that wreck oral health (and why Dr. Ben believes seed oils are a major driver), how ozone is used in biological dentistry, the controversy around root canals, and why he says you should ask questions, challenge your doctors, and research everything — because no one is coming to save your health for you. Plus: why dental insurance feels like a scam, why his clinic operates more like a collaborative health facility, and how sedation dentistry can make treatment way more manageable. What You’ll Learn 🧠 What “biological dentistry” means (functional medicine for your mouth) 🦷 Why oral health can impact energy, inflammation, and chronic issues ☣️ What Dr. Ben means by “toxic load” (materials + infections) 🥫 Which foods he says drive poor dental + systemic health 🌬️ How ozone is used to reduce bad bacteria in dental care 🦠 Why the oral microbiome matters more than people think 🪙 Why mercury fillings are controversial — and why removal matters 🧩 What to do if you have root canals (check first, don’t panic) 💳 Why dental insurance often doesn’t help (and alternatives) 😴 How sedation dentistry can make treatment easier Chapters (Timestamps) 00:00 – Ask questions: no one is coming to save you 00:45 – Meet Dr. Ben + what “biological dentistry” means 01:22 – The core idea: mouth + body are connected 02:23 – Toxic load: materials, infections, and chronic symptoms 03:09 – Why many chronic conditions show up with tooth issues 04:27 – The “broken pipe” analogy: detox won’t work if toxins keep coming in 05:28 – Worst foods for teeth (and overall health) 06:19 – Seed oils: why Dr. Ben calls them the biggest culprit 08:15 – Can you reverse cavities? Ozone + hydroxyapatite 10:24 – Mercury fillings: why removal must be done safely 14:35 – Root canals + CBCT scans: what to check before panicking 20:12 – Smile Body’s model: collaborative care + diagnostics 23:40 – “Challenge me”: research, don’t blindly follow doctors 25:49 – Dental insurance is a “scam”? Membership model explained 34:39 – Sedation dentistry: how they reduce fear + pain 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application 📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected] 👤 GUEST: Dr. Amin Ben Javid - https://www.instagram.com/dr.benjavid/ 💼 SPONSORS QUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh 🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEAN Use code “Sean” at checkout for a discount! 🎧 LISTEN ON 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program. 🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world! Keywords biological dentistry, smile body, dr ben smile body, oral health longevity, mouth body connection, toxic load, root canal controversy, cbct scan, cone beam ct, cavitations dentistry, ozone therapy dentistry, reverse cavities, hydroxyapatite toothpaste, mercury fillings removal, amalgam separator, oral microbiome, Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.