Ep 68: Healing Over Drilling: The Future Of Minimally Invasive Dentistry

In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Crystal Spring, dental hygienist, public health advocate, and founder of Smiles Across Montana. Crystal shares her journey of bringing minimally invasive dentistry to underserved communities and what it really takes to integrate medical and dental care.

We talk about:

• How SDF, glass ionomers, nanofluoride, and Curadont are changing dentistry
  
  
  
• The challenges and opportunities of working in public health and mobile care
  
  
  
• Why training nurses, assistants, and community health workers matters for access to care
  
  
  
• The debate around dental workforce shortages and expanding roles
  
  
  
• The importance of medical-dental integration for diabetes, airway health, and overall wellness

👉 Whether you’re curious about healing over drilling, expanding access to care, or how oral health ties to overall health, this episode is packed with insights.

About Crystal

Connect with Crystal:

Instagram: crystallovesdental, smilesacrossmontana 

Facebook: Crystal Nelsen Spring, Smiles Across Montana

Linked In: Crystal Spring

To watch on YouTube, click here

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Polished Posture. The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making significant lifestyle changes. 

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