Teeth do not just float about like objects in space. They are in fact attached to a person: a person with a unique background, experiences, and story. Although a clear division between dentistry and medicine has been created, the social determinants of health argue otherwise. Oral health and systemic health are intertwined, and all the various parts that make us who we are contribute to our health. Let’s discuss this, keeping in mind two of the most important dental instruments: the mirror and the explorer, with a reflection of our past and an excitement to venture into the future. The mouth is the mirror to the body and can reveal signs of underlying health issues. Thus, a team-based approach to care is needed to optimize patient health as we move into the next era.