What can your mouth tell you about your sleep and overall health? On this episode of the NFM Podcast, hosts Collin Schoen and Aaron Hines sit down with Nashville dentist Dr. Lauren Poole, owner of Sweet Truth Dental, to explore the surprising connection between oral health, airway function, sleep quality, and whole-body wellness. With locations in Brentwood and East Nashville, Dr. Poole takes an integrative approach to dentistry, helping patients understand how their teeth, jaw, and airway can provide important clues about their overall health. In this conversation, Dr. Poole breaks down why oral health goes far beyond having a healthy smile and discusses the signs and symptoms people should pay attention to. In this episode, we discuss: The connection between oral health, sleep, and overall wellness Sleep-disordered breathing and the importance of airway health Common signs of airway issues, including snoring and mouth breathing Why clenching and grinding your teeth may be connected to sleep How headaches, jaw development, and dental health can be related What your dentist can identify during a routine dental exam How an integrative approach to dentistry can support preventive health When dental treatment may be part of a collaborative approach to better health Whether you're focused on improving your sleep, optimizing your health, or taking a more proactive approach to wellness, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what your mouth may be telling you about your body. About Dr. Lauren Poole Dr. Lauren Poole is a Nashville dentist and the owner of Sweet Truth Dental, with locations in Brentwood and East Nashville. Her practice focuses on the relationship between oral health, airway function, sleep, and whole-body wellness, helping patients better understand the connections between dental health and how they feel every day. Subscribe to the NFM Podcast for more conversations about health, fitness, wellness, and the people making an impact in Nashville. This episode is brought to you by: B2 Wellness Suites | Body Well | Level Wellness #NFMPodcast #DrLaurenPoole #OralHealth #SleepHealth #AirwayHealth #NashvilleDentist #WholeBodyWellness #PreventiveHealth