Whole-body health: the importance of dental hygiene | Brynn MacLennan | TEDxSpokane

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker's personal approach to and understanding of gum disease and health. While oral health has been identified as a public health and safety concern, several claims around its relationship to specific health conditions warrant further scientific investigation. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdf

What if one of the root causes—and remedies—of our health lies at the tip of the tongue? Brynn explores how the mouth serves as a gateway to bacteria, illness, and even mental well-being, inviting us to rethink the role oral health plays in our overall vitality. Brynn MacLennan is the CEO and co-founder of Slate, an oral wellness brand transforming the way people floss. Known for its patented 3-in-1 electric flosser, Slate is preparing for a national retail launch in 2026 and has been featured on the How I Built This podcast. A lifelong entrepreneur, Brynn started her first business at 13 before earning a BFA in product design from Brigham Young University and working with Johnson & Johnson’s Ethicon division. The idea for Slate was born while co-managing a dental practice, where she saw firsthand how patients struggled with flossing despite caring about their health. Today, she leads Slate’s expansion across dental practices, digital platforms, and retail, while speaking on the critical links between oral health and systemic wellness. A mother of five, Brynn lives in Spokane and leads with vision, authenticity, and a deep commitment to helping others thrive. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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