The discovery of a cyst or sore during an oral self-exam may be upsetting. If you discover a suspicious lump, sore or lesion, promptly make an appointment for an examination by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Most oral pathologies are not cancerous, but each should be diagnosed by an OMS. Some noncancerous pathologies should be […]
Continue ReadingTo help diagnose oral cancer early, patients should perform routine self-exams and identify potential oral cancer symptoms. The earlier oral cancer symptoms are identified and diagnosed, the easier the treatment and the greater the chance of a cure. When oral cancers are discovered in an early stage of development, the survival rate ranges from 80 […]
Continue ReadingMore than 53,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal cancer this year, according to the National Cancer Institute. The mortality rate for oral cancer is particularly high – not because it is hard to detect, diagnose or treat, but because the cancer often is discovered late in its development. That’s why routine self-exams […]
Continue ReadingAbout 650,000 people are diagnosed with oral, head and neck cancers each year, resulting in more than 330,000 deaths each year. Regular oral cancer self-exams and routine oral, head and neck cancer screenings for at-risk patients can aid in early detection and improve survival rates. Oral Cancer Risk Factors and Survival Rates Many patients are aware that […]
Continue ReadingOral Pathology vs. Oral Cancer The discovery of a cyst or sore during an oral self-exam may be upsetting. If you discover a suspicious lump, sore or lesion, promptly make an appointment for an examination by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Most oral pathologies are not cancerous, but each should be diagnosed by an OMS. […]
Continue ReadingYour oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS) is the expert for diagnosing and surgically treating cancer of the head, neck and mouth. The Oral Cancer Foundation estimates that close to 42,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year. Oral cancer’s mortality is particularly high, not because it is hard to detect […]
Continue ReadingIn addition to routine surgical procedures that are performed by our practice on a daily basis we also treat pathology of the mouth and jaws. Often times during a routine dental evaluation dark or bright white spots will appear on dental x-rays. Impacted teeth such as third molars or wisdom teeth can lead to the […]
Continue ReadingEvery six months, usually during your dental hygiene appointment, your dentist and hygienist will perform an intraoral examination. They’re not just looking for cavities; they are also looking for any pathology that may have developed in your mouth since your previous visits. They may also be checking to make sure that certain areas that they […]
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