“Your Mouth Is Telling on You” — The Dentist Who Built a Brand as Bold as Her Smile

In this episode of The Story Project, Joanna sits down with Dr. Tara Aboumahboub for a conversation that moves far beyond dentistry. Known for blending advanced dentistry with a wellness-focused approach, Dr. Tara is helping shift the conversation around oral health, longevity, and the connection between the mouth and the rest of the body.

From growing up as a creative, sports-loving kid in South Florida to studying biotechnology and nutrition before attending Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Tara’s path into dentistry has always been rooted in curiosity, artistry, and whole-body health. Throughout the episode, she shares how mission work in Jamaica shaped her perspective on life, why she believes dentists are missing critical conversations around oral-systemic health, and how social media unexpectedly became a platform for education and influence.

From wild snake stories to deeply thoughtful conversations around longevity, leadership, and visibility, this episode is equal parts educational, inspiring, and deeply human.

Key Takeaways

• Oral health is deeply connected to whole-body wellness, and inflammation in the mouth can signal much larger health issues throughout the body.
• The most successful personal brands aren’t built through perfection — they’re built through authenticity, consistency, and being willing to fail publicly.
• Fear and courage often exist at the same time, especially when stepping into leadership, speaking, or visibility.

Guest Information
Dr. Tara Aboumahboub is a cosmetic and functional dentist practicing at Spodak Dental Group in Delray Beach, Florida. She is the founder of Dentara, a personal brand focused on the intersection of dentistry, wellness, longevity, and lifestyle. Through social media, speaking, and education, Tara is helping bring more awareness to oral-systemic health while encouraging dentists — especially women — to step outside traditional professional boundaries and build brands rooted in authenticity.

How to Connect with Dr. Tara Aboumahboub

• Email: drtaradmd@gmail.com
• Instagram: @dentara__
• TikTok: @dentara__
• Website: spodakdental.com

How to Connect with Joanna

• Website: https://www.joannascott.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joannafscott/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joannafscott
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-scott-052a0812/

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

• Brené Brown — Strong Ground

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