The Oral Microbiome: The Hidden Biomarker Driving Aging, Fertility & Systemic Inflammation

The Oral Microbiome: The Hidden Biomarker Driving Aging, Fertility & Systemic Inflammation

Author: Dr. Kara Fitzgerald December 16, 2025 Duration: 1:19:34
Dr. Kara Fitzgerald | New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Longevity, Epigenetics
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Functional dentistry is emerging as a powerful missing link in systems-based care. In this episode of New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Dr. Kara Fitzgerald sits down with Staci Whitman, DMD, IFMCP, a leading voice in functional pediatric dentistry and co-founder of the upcoming Institute for Functional Dentistry. Together, they explore how the oral microbiome, airway health, saliva, hormones, nutrition, and stress physiology shape systemic inflammation, chronic disease risk, and long-term health outcomes.

You’ll learn how to recognize oral contributors to gut issues, autoimmunity, cardiometabolic disease, cognitive decline, sleep disorders, and more—plus practical tools you can use right away in a medical setting, including a simple five-question airway and breathing screener. If you’re looking to expand your longevity and whole-body health framework, this conversation offers clear, actionable insights you won’t want to miss.

Full show notes + references: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/fxmed-podcast/

GUEST DETAILS Dr. Staci Whitman is a board-certified pediatric and functional dentist and co-founder of the Institute for Functional Dentistry (IFD). She integrates the oral microbiome, airway and sleep health, nutrition, hormones, and early childhood development into modern dental care. She also founded Bloom Kids Dentistry and has an upcoming book on the oral microbiome.

Website: http://doctorstaci.com

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In each episode of Dr. Kara Fitzgerald | New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Longevity, Epigenetics, host Dr. Kara Fitzgerald sits down with leading researchers and clinicians to explore the intricate science that is reshaping our approach to health. These conversations move beyond surface-level advice, digging into the mechanisms of epigenetics and the practical strategies for extending healthspan. You’ll hear detailed discussions on emerging research, with a focus on how our environment and choices influence genetic expression over a lifetime. This podcast is designed for anyone curious about the actionable science behind longevity, from healthcare practitioners seeking clinical insights to informed patients ready to engage deeply with their own wellness. The dialogue is grounded in functional medicine principles, translating complex studies into meaningful information that can be applied both in clinical settings and daily life. Dr. Fitzgerald guides these explorations with a clear and thoughtful perspective, ensuring each episode builds a comprehensive understanding of how modern science is personalizing the path to lasting health. Tune in for a nuanced and evidence-based journey to the forefront of medicine.
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