Dental Care Without Fear: Oral Health and Hemophilia B

In this practical and reassuring episode of Boundless B, Kai M Sorensen speaks with Dr. Douglas Hutchinson, a practicing dentist and father of a son with severe hemophilia B, about a topic many families quietly worry about: dental care. Together, they unpack why brushing, flossing, and dental visits can feel intimidating in the bleeding disorders community — and why avoiding them can create bigger problems down the road. Dr. Hutchinson explains that bleeding gums often point to inflammation, not danger, and shares simple ways families can build safe, effective oral hygiene habits. He also offers guidance on how to talk with your dentist, when your hemophilia treatment center should be involved, and why prevention is one of the best tools families have.