Happy New Year!
As the year is coming to an end, many of us pause to reflect on what transpired over the year and set resolutions for the year ahead. I am not a fan of the yearly resolutions, preferring to always look forward and embark on something new–be it a new learning experience, traveling, embracing new technology, [...]
The Role of the Dentist in HPV Screenings
The American Cancer Society estimates that in the U.S. there are about 34,000 cases of oropharyngeal (tongue, soft palate, and tonsils) cancer diagnosed each year. Heavy tobacco and alcohol use is strongly linked to these diseases, but “high risk” HPV plays a role with half or more of oropharyngeal cancers. Oral health is an extension of our general [...]
