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In this episode, Winthrop Professor Marc Tennant, Chair of the Academic Board at The University of Western Australia, is one of Australia’s leading voices in public health dentistry. With over three decades dedicated to tackling health inequality, Marc has helped transform how dental care is delivered, especially for rural, remote, and disadvantaged communities across Australia.From teaching generations of dentists since the 1980s to driving the expansion of regional dental schools, his work has had a direct impact on access to care, shifting outcomes for some of the most vulnerable populations.But this conversation goes far beyond policy.We dive into the fascinating science of teeth, the surprising power of fluoride, and how something as simple as brushing your teeth can prevent serious disease. Marc unpacks the hidden link between oral health and socioeconomic inequality, shares practical tips that could save your teeth, and reveals the future of dentistry.This is a conversation about more than teeth, it’s