With cases of oral cancer, specifically oropharyngeal cancer (the back of the throat), on the rise among those under 40 years of age, we as oral health professionals are trying to get the word out about the various causes of oral cancer and the importance of early detection. Oral cancer has historically been attributed at […]
Regular oral pathology exams are extremely important when it comes to preventing head and neck cancer. When you visit us make sure to ask about the exam if you haven’t had one before or have noticed anything strange on the inside of your mouth or in the head and neck area. It’s also good to […]
Can drinking coffee really help prevent oral cancer? What about different types of foods? Numerous studies have been published that claim certain foods and drinks can prevent oral cancer but when it comes to a disease that will affect 43,250 people this year, it’s important to get the facts. Oral or mouth cancer, and other […]
In a recent case demonstrating the good that oral and maxillofacial surgery can do for society’s most vulnerable members, oral surgeons were able to give a seven-year-old girl suffering from left temporomandibular jaw ankylosis the ability to eat food, an action the young girl’s condition left her nearly unable to do. Temporomandibular jaw ankylosis can […]
Missing teeth, advanced tooth decay or gum disease, chipped or cracked teeth, and even severe staining—there are many reasons why a person might need a total mouth restoration. Some restorations are relatively straightforward, with little more than porcelain veneers or tooth whitening required to achieve a beautiful smile makeover. For many, many others, however, restoring […]
An infected tooth or infection in the gums is called a dental abscess. Like any infection, a dental abscess can cause a myriad of dangers if left untreated. Dental abscesses can be particularly hazardous. Most people find they have no choice except to have an abscessed tooth treated; the pain it causes can be quite […]
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body uses or produces insulin, which is a hormone necessary for converting sugar and starches into energy. If you have diabetes, you are most likely aware that the disease can harm your heart, eyes, nerves and other vital structures of the body. What you may find […]
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Dianne Testa, RDA, RDH, BS Registration/Continental Breakfast: 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM Infection Control and Jurisprudence – Dianne Testa: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM 2 Each CE Credits Infection Control & Jurisprudence Lunch Provided: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Basic Life Support(CPR) – Terry Wynne: 1:00 PM -3:00 PM CPR Certification Flat Fee of $50 […]
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) refers to a group of medical conditions affecting the lower jaw, its joints, and the muscles that surround it. The symptoms may run from mild to severe, but new studies have linked TMJ to additional symptoms that had been unexplainable in many patients until recently. Overview of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder According […]
