The Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast

Sheree Wertz
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  • Alternative Health
  • Updated Weekly

I help parents and caregivers of children with special needs sort through all the conflicting information out there, making it easier to free up time to create fun family focused oral health habits with simple tips, tricks and bright ideas to reduce cavities and design a healthy mouth routine that has your kids begging you to brush let them brush their teeth. Understanding how oral health is connected to overall health will help reduce disease, save time, money and heartache.

  1. 1d ago

    Fill Your Cup: Why Self-Care Isn’t Selfish for Moms, Caregivers & Busy Professionals

    September is Self-Care Awareness Month—but what if the reason you’re exhausted isn’t that you need a better routine? What if you’ve been taught to ignore the warning signs your body has been giving you for years? In this episode, I’m speaking directly to the moms, caregivers, dental professionals, and chronic “show up for everyone else” people who have learned to put themselves last. We talk about what happens when running on empty becomes your normal—and why self-care isn’t selfish, indulgent, or something you earn after everything else gets done. Because your body is always communicating. Your nervous system is always responding. And the people around you—especially your children—may be learning more from how you care for yourself than from anything you say. So here’s the question: What happens when the person everyone depends on has nothing left to give? Press play and let’s talk about it. If this episode resonated with you, please take a moment to rate, follow, share, and review The Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast. And if you know someone who has been running on empty for far too long, send this episode their way. Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy Book a consultation today: I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I cannot help, I can get you to a provider that can. https://shereewertz.com/15-min

  2. Aug 31

    Before You Buy Another Sleep Product, Ask Yourself This

    Before you buy another sleep product, another pillow, another supplement, or download another sleep app, I want you to stop and ask yourself one question: How are you breathing?   In this episode, I'm talking about something I see over and over again with the patients I work with: sleep problems and breathing problems are often not two separate issues. So before we focus on making sleep more comfortable, we need to start asking what's actually disrupting sleep in the first place. We'll talk about mouth breathing, airway function, why the nervous system may stay activated during sleep, and a connection that has helped so many families finally start asking different questions about bedwetting and nighttime urination.   Sleep is supposed to be a time when your body can rest, repair, and restore. So if you're struggling with sleep—or your child is—don't just look at what's happening around the bed. Start asking what may be happening with breathing.   If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate, follow, share, and leave a review for the Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast. It means so much and helps more people find these conversations!   Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy   Book a consultation today:   I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I cannot help, I can get you to a provider that can.   https://shereewertz.com/15-min

  3. Aug 24

    Why I Mouth Tape While Sleeping: The Surprising Connection Between Mouth Breathing, Sleep & Oral Health

    I tape my mouth shut every night before I go to bed. And before you wonder if I’ve lost my mind, I want to tell you what happens when I don’t. I wake up multiple times, my mouth and throat are dry, I have drool on my pillow, I wake up with a headache, and I’m up going to the bathroom in the middle of the night. Same person, same bed, same sleep routine—just different breathing.   In this episode, I’m talking about why I mouth tape, what actually happens when you sleep with your mouth open, and why nasal breathing matters so much for sleep, your airway, your nervous system, and your oral health. I’ll also walk you through how I recommend getting started, what to look for, and when mouth taping is not appropriate. Because mouth taping isn’t about following a trend. It’s about paying attention to what your body is telling you.   If this episode was helpful, take a minute to rate, follow, share, and review the podcast. And remember: take what resonates with you, leave what doesn’t, and trust your instincts. Your body is talking to you all the time—we just need to learn how to listen.   Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy   Book a consultation today:   I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I cannot help, I can get you to a provider that can.   https://shereewertz.com/15-min

  4. Aug 17

    Stronger, Healthier Teeth: Looking Beyond Fluoride for Cavity Prevention

    I spent more than 35 years in dentistry believing that fluoride was one of the most important tools we had for preventing cavities. But after working with mobile dentists and seeing children with significant tooth decay—even when they were brushing, getting fluoride treatments, and following the advice I had been taught—I started asking a different question: What else is going on in the mouth that allows cavities to develop?   In this episode, I’m taking you through three options for stronger, healthier teeth—fluoride, xylitol, and hydroxyapatite—and, more importantly, the bigger picture behind cavity prevention. We’ll talk about mouth breathing, saliva, diet, oral bacteria, myofunctional therapy, and why I believe looking at the root cause matters just as much as choosing the right product. My goal isn’t to tell you what choice to make. It’s to give you information so you can ask better questions and make the decision that feels right for you and your family.   There are options, but the product is only part of the picture. Look at how you’re breathing, your saliva, your diet, your oral bacteria, and what’s happening in the mouth before you decide what belongs on your teeth. Take what resonates with you, leave what doesn’t, and always ask questions and look for the evidence.   Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy   Book a consultation today:   I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I cannot help, I can get you to a provider that can.   https://shereewertz.com/15-min

  5. Aug 10

    How to Be the Connector in Healthcare: Trust Your Instincts & Advocate for Better Answers

    What happens when you know something isn’t right—but no one seems to be connecting the dots?   In this episode of the Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast, I’m talking about one of the most important roles you can play in your own healthcare or your child’s healthcare: being the connector. Our healthcare system is highly specialized, and while that expertise is valuable, it can also mean that important connections between symptoms, providers, and systems get missed.   I’m sharing what 35 years in healthcare has taught me about patient advocacy, trusting your instincts, asking better questions, and recognizing when “common” doesn’t necessarily mean normal. We’ll talk about how to communicate with your pediatrician, dentist, orthodontist, ENT, and other providers, what to do when your concerns are dismissed, and why you shouldn’t underestimate what you observe every day.   If you’ve ever walked out of an appointment feeling unheard, confused, or convinced that there’s more to the story, this episode is for you. You don’t need a medical degree to advocate effectively—you need curiosity, persistence, and the willingness to keep asking, “Could these things be connected?”   Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy   Book a consultation today: I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I cannot help, I can get you to a provider that can. https://shereewertz.com/15-min

  6. Aug 3

    Generational Health Over Generational Wealth | The Legacy That Really Matters

    What if the greatest inheritance you leave your children isn't money—but your health?   In this deeply personal episode of the Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast, I share how cancer, profound loss, and months of recovery completely changed the way I think about success, work, and the legacy we leave behind.   For most of my life, I believed the formula was simple: work hard, save money, retire, and enjoy life later. But after watching loved ones lose their health—and experiencing my own health crisis—I realized we've been asking the wrong question.   Instead of focusing only on generational wealth, what if we prioritized generational health?   In this episode, I explore how children learn from what they see rather than what they're told, why chronic stress affects the nervous system, the surprising connection between breathing, sleep, oral health, and overall wellness, and how the habits we model today shape the health of future generations.   You'll also learn why nose breathing matters, how chronic stress impacts the body, and why listening to your body's early warning signs may be one of the most important things you ever do.   If this episode encourages you to look at your health differently, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone you love.   Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy   Book a consultation today: I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I can not help, I can get you to a provider that can. https://shereewertz.com/15-min

  7. Jul 28

    To Release or Not to Release: The Whole-Body Truth About Tongue-Tie Treatment

    Tongue-tie releases have become more common than ever—but does every tongue-tie actually need to be released? In this episode, I share why my answer might surprise you. Instead of focusing on the procedure itself, I explain why the most important question to ask first is much simpler: Can you breathe through your nose? I walk you through the complete evaluation process I use before ever recommending a tongue-tie release, why myofunctional therapy is an essential part of treatment, and how breathing, posture, airway health, nervous system regulation, jaw function, and even body compensation all play a role. Whether you're a parent, an adult considering treatment, or a healthcare provider, this episode will help you better understand why the best outcomes come from treating the whole person—not just the tongue. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share it with someone who could benefit from this conversation. Your support helps more people discover the Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast, and I truly appreciate you being part of this community. See you in the next episode! Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy Book a consultation today: I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I can not help, I can get you to a provider that can. https://shereewertz.com/15-min

  8. Jul 20

    Could a Tongue Tie Be Affecting Your Sleep, Posture, and Health? The Hidden Connection Explained

    What if one small restriction under your tongue has been influencing your health your entire life? In this episode, I explore the surprising role tongue mobility plays in everything from breathing and sleep to posture, jaw pain, feeding, and even nervous system regulation. If you've ever struggled with chronic tension, mouth breathing, restless sleep, or unexplained symptoms that never seem to resolve, this conversation may help connect some important dots.   I walk you through how tongue restrictions can present differently from infancy through adulthood, why so many cases are overlooked, and why evaluating tongue function—not just appearance—is essential. I also share a simple self-assessment you can do at home and discuss what to look for when seeking a qualified provider. This episode lays the foundation for next week's conversation about whether a tongue release is appropriate and why therapy before and after treatment matters just as much as the procedure itself.   If this episode helped you see the connection between your mouth and the rest of your body in a new way, I'd love for you to share it with someone who could benefit from hearing it. Be sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss next week's episode, and if you have a moment, please leave a rating and review. Your support helps more people discover the Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast. Thank you for listening, and remember—it's all connected.   Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy   Book a consultation today: I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I can not help, I can get you to a provider that can. https://shereewertz.com/15-min

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I help parents and caregivers of children with special needs sort through all the conflicting information out there, making it easier to free up time to create fun family focused oral health habits with simple tips, tricks and bright ideas to reduce cavities and design a healthy mouth routine that has your kids begging you to brush let them brush their teeth. Understanding how oral health is connected to overall health will help reduce disease, save time, money and heartache.

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