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Episode 19: Holistic Dentistry with Dr. Ilona Fotek

Ep.19: Is your mouth making you sick?: Holistic Dentistry with Dr. Ilona Fotek

Overview:

Your mouth isn’t separate from your health—it’s a control center. In this candid, practical conversation, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Ilona Fotek, a recognized leader in biological & cosmetic dentistry and founder of Dental Healing Arts (Jupiter, FL), to map the mouth–body connection and the overlooked dental “root causes” behind fatigue, sinus issues, brain fog, cardiovascular risk, and more.
 
We unpack:
•Cavitations & infected root canals: what they are, why they’re missed on 2D X-rays, and how CBCT finds them
•The oral microbiome (spirochetes, Candida), in-office saliva testing, and microscope visuals that change behavior
•Everyday choices that erode enamel: lemon water, kombucha, citric-acid electrolytes, dark-roast coffee—and how to protect your teeth (salt-water rinse → then brush)
•Safer oral care: nano-hydroxyapatite > fluoride for remineralization; mouthwash pitfalls; oil pulling; tongue scraping; electric brushing
•Ozone dentistry to rescue teeth and support gum health
•Airway & bite: grinding, myofunctional therapy, tongue-ties, and the “small jaw” epidemic in kids
•Implants & materials: pure titanium vs zirconia, when each makes sense, and sensitivity testing (ELISA)
•Smart hygiene routines (brush/floss/tongue, peroxide soaks for trays/guards)
Guest: Dr. Ilona Fotek — Biological & Cosmetic Dentist, Founder of Dental Healing Arts (Jupiter, FL). Accepting new patients. Follow her on Instagram, Tiktok, and Facebook. 
 
Mentioned in the Episode:
  • Dental Healing Arts
  • Dr. Jen dental products
  • Bristle Saliva Test
  • Biocidin Botanicals
  • Dental Probiotics- ProBiora
  • PureO3 Ozone Products
  • PromoLife
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Our Guest:

Ilona Fotek, DMD, MS, NMD, IBDM

Dr. Ilona Fotek is an internationally recognized leader in cosmetic and biologic restorative dentistry, with two decades of clinical expertise, distinguished for her precision, artistry, and commitment to health-centered dental care and naturally beautiful smiles. As the founder of Dental Healing Arts, a multispecialty integrative dental practice in Jupiter, Florida, she champions an innovative Whole Smile™ approach, including your teeth, gums, bite, airway, facial structure, oral microbiome and overall health. 

Your Host:

Elizabeth Tringali, PA-C

Elizabeth Tringali, PA-C is a functional medicine expert and founder of Tringali Vibrant Health, an integrative and functional medicine practice in South Florida. With more than two decades of clinical experience, Elizabeth takes a personalized, root-cause approach to health, bringing together advanced diagnostics, functional medicine, regenerative therapies and emerging longevity science.

As host of the Tringali Vibrant Health Podcast, Elizabeth sits down with leading physicians, researchers, scientists and innovators to explore the latest thinking in health, longevity and human performance—and translate it into conversations people can actually use.

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