Oral Health Matters

In this episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers welcomes Dr. John Ahern, Director of Medical Dental Integration at Cambridge Health Alliance, for a thoughtful conversation about bridging the gap between oral and medical health. Dr. Ahern shares his journey from Ireland to Boston and reflects on a decade of advancing integrated care in one of the country’s most diverse communities. Together, they explore practical strategies for embedding dental care into medical settings, from

In this episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers sits down with Dr. Hugh Silk and Dr. Wanda Gonsalves to explore why oral health is essential before, during, and after pregnancy. They discuss how conditions like gingivitis and periodontitis can increase the risk of complications such as preterm birth and low birth weight—and how proactive dental care can make a difference. The conversation offers practical guidance on safe dental treatments during pregnancy, maintaining healthy

In the inaugural episode of Oral Health Matters, host Dr. Karlynn Sievers welcomes Dr. Denise Rizzolo and Dr. Thomas Chiodo for a deep dive into dental pain, trauma, and emergencies. They explore why dental injuries are especially common in children, the most frequent reasons patients seek emergency dental care, and how to respond when accidents happen. Dr. Chiodo breaks down the differences between avulsion, luxation, and subluxation injuries, while the guests stress the critical importance of

Welcome to Oral Health Matters, a new podcast from Smiles for Life. Hosted by family physician and editor Karlynn Sievers, each 30-minute episode features candid conversations with leading voices in oral health education. Expect fresh perspectives, inspiring stories, and practical insights that highlight the impact of the profession. Check out the trailer for episode one!Oral Health Matters is produced by Association Briefings.