Why the Mouth is the Gateway to Whole-Body Wellness | 096

Did you know that your oral health is directly connected to your heart, brain, and overall wellness? In this powerful episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik is joined by Dr. Michael Awua-Mensah, a dentist from Ghana, Africa, to uncover the often-overlooked link between dental hygiene and full-body health.

Dr. Michael explains how poor oral health can contribute to heart disease, diabetes, and even mental health challenges, and why education and prevention are so important. He also shares eye-opening differences between dental care in Ghana and Canada, and the inspiring work of his foundation, The Awua-Mensah Smiles Foundation, which brings dental health awareness to underserved communities.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The hidden connection between oral health and diseases like heart conditions & diabetes
✅ How dental hygiene impacts your mental health & overall well-being
✅ Global perspectives: dental care in Ghana vs. Canada
✅ Why education & awareness are key to prevention
✅ How The Awua-Mensah Smiles Foundation is making a difference

✨ If you care about your health, this episode will make you see dental hygiene in a whole new light.

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IG:  ⁨@Dr_Awua⁩  
https://drawua.com/foundation/

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