CPE: 1.5 CPE points

The oral cavity is home to the second largest concentration of microorganisms in the human body, second only to the gut. The complex community of microbes in your mouth influences your risk of gum inflammation, periodontal disease, dental cavities, and more. But did you know that its influence extends far beyond the mouth? Join Activated Probiotics’ Director of Education, Rebecca Edwards, as she takes you on a fascinating exploration of the intricate connections between oral microbes and oral health, cardiovascular disease, metabolic health, Alzheimer’s, and more.

Learning outcomes:

1. The complexities of the oral microbiome and the formation of dental plaque

2. The role of dental plaque in the pathophysiology of dental cavities, gum inflammation, periodontitis and halitosis

3. Results from the human clinical trials on specific oral probiotics and their impact on these oral diseases

4. The impact of commonly-prescribed mouthwashes on the oral microbiota and cardiovascular health

5. How to successfully incorporate oral probiotics into oral hygiene routines

6. The systemic effects of the oral microbiota, including its impact on neurodegenerative disorders, autoimmunity, cardiovascular diseases and more.

7. The impact of the oral microbiome on fertility, pregnancy and birth outcomes

Presenter: Rebecca Edwards

Rebecca Edwards (BA, Adv Dip Nat, Dip Nut) is a naturopath, speaker, writer and educator specialising in the systemic health effects of the gut microbiome and strain-specific probiotics. Initially practicing as a naturopath based in London, Rebecca has over twenty years of experience educating undergraduate students and health practitioners all around the world on all aspects of complementary and integrative health, including lecturing positions at colleges in Australia, the US and the UK.

Since stepping into her role as Director of Education at Activated Probiotics in 2019, Rebecca shares her expertise in probiotic science with her team of educators, and the practitioner and medical communities internationally. Rebecca’s reputation as a probiotic and gut microbiome specialist has seen her appear as an industry expert discussing forthcoming trends in probiotics and immunity.

Rebecca has spoken at key industry events in Australia, Canada, and the UK frequently educating health practitioners around the world. Rebecca’s ability to present and communicate her passion for probiotic science has also made her a popular guest on a number of podcasts within the complementary medicine industry, discussing the benefits of targeted probiotics within clinical practice.

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