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Oral Bacteria Linked With More Aggressive Pancreatic Tumors

The presence of oral bacteria in so-called cystic pancreatic tumors is associated with the...

Minimally Invasive Early Stage Oral Cancer Treatment Proves Successful

Physicians at the Henry Ford Cancer Institute report success with a minimally invasive procedure...

MMA Proves Effective in Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Surgery that moves both jaws forward, known as maxillomandibular advancement (MMA), is a significantly...

Lymph Node Ratio May Predict Who Lives and Dies from Oral Cavity Cancer

Only 40% of patients with locally advanced oral cavity cancer will still be alive...

Patients Underestimate Risks and Overestimate Benefits of Treatment

Patients underestimate the risks and overestimate the benefits of dental surgery and other medical...

Pain Patients Each Cost the Economy Nearly $4,000 a Year

Patients who have long-term face and mouth pain that isn’t caused by toothache cost...

IV Acetaminophen Ineffective in Treating Third Molar Extraction Pain

Intravenous acetaminophen is not recommended for relieving pain after wisdom tooth extractions, according to...

Anesthesia Deemed Safe for Pediatric Surgery

When surgery is necessary, anesthesia ensures that children can safely receive treatment while managing...

Easter Island Residents Receive Full-Arch Solutions for Their Edentulism

Dental implantology experts and the Foundation for Oral Rehabilitation (FOR) have taken a new...

CAD/CAM Customization Reduces Implant Surgical Times and Complications

Advances in 3-D modeling and printing are allowing for exact rendering and visualization in...