Special Guest Segment: Dr. Ingrid Murra gives us the low down on all things oral health and dentistry. Are veneers safe? How important is straight teeth to your overall health? Does straightening your teeth save you money? Do dentists do unnecessary procedures? Is brushing and flossing the best way to have healthy teeth? Can we reverse cavities? Are root canals safe? Implants vs. root canals. What happens to the jaw bone when you lose a tooth? What is the future of dentistry?  Is Invisalign safe? Is it important to wear your retainer? Dr. Ingrid Murra is the 48th LatinX woman to secure over $1,000,000 Venture Capital funding in the history of the United States, a Harvard-trained orthodontist, and the founder & CEO of the orthodontic startup, Two Front. Two Front is revolutionizing the dental industry by connecting top orthodontists to dental offices and providing orthodontists with the tools to run modern, clear aligner practices from unused office space at dental offices. In this episode we talk about the affects of the consumerization of orthodontics with companies such as Invisalign and Smile Direct Club at the forefront, and what you actually need to get a perfect and healthy smile when starting treatment. Knowledge Bomb: Dr. G goes in on alcohol. What you may not have ever known is revealed in this episode. Is alcohol the worst drug? What cancers does alcohol cause? What amount if alcohol is safe if any? What systems in the body are most affected by alcohol? Why are younger people choosing to not drink? The surprising boom of the non alcoholic beverage industry. Product Review: Dr. G’s top pics for the best non alcoholic beverage brands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices