The Perio Patient Podcast

Why do so many people today feel overwhelmed, anxious, and burned out? In this episode, Dr. Ben Young explores why modern life places unique mental and emotional demands on today's generation and explains how chronic stress differs from the challenges faced by previous generations. Discover the surprising science behind meaningful human connection, why isolation fuels burnout, and how friendships,...

Dr. Ben Young explores hypochlorous acid as a potential alternative to traditional mouthwashes. He examines the science behind HOCl, compares it with chlorhexidine, discusses benefits and limitations for wound healing and biofilm control, and explains where it may reduce antibiotic use—without replacing essential dental care fundamentals for patients and clinicians.

In this episode, Dr. Ben Young reflects on how his podcast helps him stay connected with patients beyond the office, offering insights into both his professional philosophy and personal life. He shares his belief in gentle, consistent home care and regular checkups as the foundation of oral health, while encouraging patients to face dental fears with courage. Personally, he discusses his involveme...

Understanding the cost of periodontal treatment is essential, but choosing care based solely on price without knowing all options can lead to unnecessary expenses and complications. Dr. Ben Young emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making and warns against profit-driven practices that may cut corners on patient care. He strongly recommends LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure)...

I talk about the difference with managing dental implants and teeth long-term.  If you have dental implants there are certain checks you need annually. I also talk about how this holiday season is different from previous ones and also how humility helps us heal. 

A review of Supportive Periodontal Therapy and a reflection on spiritual growth as a healthcare provider.

My daughter called me with a dental question.

People often get a few important oral hygiene concepts wrong. This frequently results in tooth and gum damage. 

This a discussion on the topic of cost for periodontal services. I get into dental insurance, LANAP versus conventional periodontal treatment, dental implants as well as the importance of budgeting in ongoing preventive or supportive dental and periodontal care.

Your dentist tells you that you need a crown lengthening procedure. Let me try to explain what this is and why you might need one.  Also we will get into the question about how long should people brush their teeth? The answer will be a little deeper than the rote answers often given. 

Have you ever had a "deep cleaning"?  Did you know this means you have had periodontal disease?  It might be a good idea to listen to better understand the differences between different cleanings people can receive. 

Thoughts about breaking bad habits.

Introducing three recent readings from my daily blog found at thestillpoint.substack.com.  Also there is a holiday treatment offer stuck in there as well. 

How should you, a patient, interact with dentists and physicians? It is helpful, I think to give you a little background on who the two groups are trained. 

I am passing on an idea I think important about the upcoming elections. Be sure to vote. 

You have an area of receding gums and you would like to know if it is a problem or not. This podcast delves into all of this and hopefully will help you consider what you might want to do about it. 

Is our success in life more about our intelligence or about those who influenced us? In this podcast I tell you about my mom, how she kept me from getting cavities as a child and how she essentially launched my future career.

The patient is the Appointment Manager and makes decisions for their health care as well as that of the children under their care. I respect expertise but it cannot be used to pressure people to do things they do not feel comfortable doing.  Are there exceptions? Sure. There are exceptions to everything it seems, but we are discussing the big picture in this podcast. 

Grateful people have learned to give their ego's a rest. Gratitude and humility go together. Anyone who bristles at the idea of humility and believes it to be a sign of weakness has trouble with true gratitude to others. Sure, we can all learn to thank people as a social behavior, but it will not warm us inside in the same way sincere gratefulness always does. Finally, it takes true courage to adm...

On this ninetieth podcast, I think it's time to go back and talk about some of the basics, but it isn't just a rehash. I talk about my recovery experience a little and how it relates to treating periodontal disease and other health conditions.  I also give a quick review of the origin of A Tooth Has Four Parts and what its primary purpose is (probably not what you think). Finally, I talk about why...

I share a brief comment about having multiple insurance policies. It isn't what you might be expecting. thestillpoint.substack.com  

thestillpoint.substack.com  

Thoughts of one periodontist. In this episode I give you some background on the video presentation A Tooth Has Four Parts plus I tell you a few stories about my career.

I am starting a new project for a wider audience. https://thestillpoint.substack.com/about

A talk about Christmas from a more adult perspective.