Mastication, Microbiota, and Craniofacial Growth: The Mouth-Gut-Brain Axis

An innovative masterclass exploring the interconnections between masticatory function, cognitive processes, the gut microbiome, and the development of facial structures. Aimed at orthodontists, pediatric dentists, gastroenterologists, nutritionists, and myofunctional therapists.

What will you discover?

• The influence of masticatory patterns on primary digestion and their effect on the gut microbiota.
• How efficient chewing modifies the bioavailability of nutrients affecting facial bone growth and gut microbial composition.
• The relationship between gut microbiota, neurotransmitter production, and cognitive development, including memory.
• The impact of the gut-brain axis on orofacial motor functions and craniomaxillary growth patterns.
• Effects of food consistency and nutritional diversity on maxillofacial development.
• Intestinal inflammatory biomarkers and their correlation with alterations in craniofacial development.

Skills you will acquire

Integrated assessment protocols and intervention strategies that consider mastication as a regulator of gut health and balanced craniofacial development, with cutting-edge scientific evidence.

Details

• Format: Recorded Masterclass (immediate access)
• Focus: Transdisciplinary — dentistry, nutrition, gastroenterology, and neuroscience