Today’s post focuses on a very serious issue—oral (oropharyngeal) cancers. The medical community designates oral cancers as a subset of head and neck cancers. Oral cancers can occur in the following locations: The tongue The roof of the mouth and under the tongue The inside of the cheeks The oropharynx (the part behind the soft…
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Bad Breath Q & A
I’m Jordana Contrucci of The Addison Dentist. Today’s post offers some answers to frequent questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is terrible, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can multiply and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time to start…
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
When it comes to oral cancer survival rates, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of men and women who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that originate in the mouth (or oral cavity) are…
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to understand that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At…
Tooth Tips For Traveling
If you will be leaving on an extended trip, make sure it won’t interfere with any dental needs. It’s always a good idea to have a checkup with your dentist prior to leaving on long vacations, especially if your trip is taking you to developing areas without modern dental care. This quick check-up will help…
When Mommy Is Scared Of The Dentist
If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider oral conscious sedation. First off, oral conscious sedation or sleep dentistry is perfectly safe. At The Addison Dentist, we have been providing sedation since 2005. We offer different levels of sedation and a choice of medication including oral analgesics, nitrous oxide, and…
6 Ways To Prepare For Your Dental Procedure
Nervous about an upcoming procedure? Let The Addison Dentist offer 6 ways to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically before your big dental day. First, remember Dr. Jordana Contrucci is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. Second, take some time to relax and identify what you are anxious about. Take deep breaths…
5 Ways To Help Your Child Avoid A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, embarrassing, and expensive to repair. Protecting kids’ teeth from cracks and chips should be taught at a young age. 1. Don’t chew hard stuff! Steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, unpopped popcorn, and hard beef jerky. Watch out for stone fruits—that peach may be soft but if you…
Answers to Common Questions About Sleep Apnea
Do you have burning questions about sleep apnea? We hope they don’t keep you up at night. Let’s discuss the most frequent questions. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing stops and starts during the night. Sleep apnea is more common in men. Older, obese men and women are…
No Cavities? Thank Your Parents
At The Addison Dentist, we stay abreast of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. Today’s post focuses on new findings in a compelling field of research: genetic dentistry. “About 60% of the risk for tooth decay appears to be due to genetic factors.” Mary L.…
