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As we get older, our teeth and gums change too, but most of us know far less about what to expect from our mouths than we do about our skin, hair, or hormones.

In Part 1 of my conversation with Dr. Michelle DeFelice Hucke, owner of Jax Beaches Family Dentistry, we cover the basics of oral health after 40: what changes with age, the oral-health issues she sees most often in perimenopausal and menopausal women, and why things may suddenly seem to stick to your teeth more than they used to.

We also cover fluoride versus hydroxyapatite, “clean” toothpaste, whitening and abrasivity, manual versus electric toothbrushes, and flossing and mouthwash.

Because dental products and technology are changing so quickly, we cover how to find a good dentist, what red flags to watch for, when a second opinion makes sense, and which advances in dental technology actually matter.

If you’ve ever stood in the toothpaste aisle wondering when brushing your teeth became this complicated, this episode is for you.

This episode is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized dental or medical advice.

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