Wednesday, October 13, 2010

HPV Poised to Become a Leading Cause of Oral Cancer in Men

The sexually transmitted virus that causes cervical cancer in women is poised to become one of the leading causes of oral cancer in men, according to a new study. The HPV16 virus now causes as many cancers of the upper throat as tobacco and alcohol, probably due both to an increase in oral sex and the decline in smoking, (the historically dominant risk factor) researchers say.

The only available vaccine against HPV, made by Merck & Co. Inc., is currently given only to girls and young women. But Merck plans this year to ask government permission to offer the shot to boys. Experts say a primary reason for male vaccinations would be to prevent men from spreading the virus and help reduce the nearly 12,000 cases of cervical cancer diagnosed in U.S. women each year. I might add that by not doing gender based vaccination, we will reduce the overall reservoir of the virus in the US which is currently ubiquitous in the population. But the new study should add to the argument that there may be a direct benefit for men, too. The study was published February 1, 2008, in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

“We need to start having a discussion about those cancers other than cervical cancer that may be affected in a positive way by the vaccine,” said study co-author Dr. Maura Gillison of Johns Hopkins University. Of course she is referring the the rapidly rising numbers or oropharyngeal, base of tongue, and tonsillar cancers we are seeing in both males and females.

Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is the leading cause of cervical cancer in women. It also can cause genital warts, penile and anal cancer, and oral cancers — risks for males (Read More)

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Oral Cancer Story


Oral Cancer

Story

The following story is true. It is being shared with you to emphasize the importance of an oral cancer screen.

November 2008
Submitted by Kellie Wohltman

Daniel passed away recently. Early thirties, marathon runner, singer, no risk factors. Daniel went from healthy to death in 5 months…his disease detected late, now his life ended early!

Several weeks ago, I introduced you to Daniel. One of my coworkers in Nashville became acquainted with Daniel’s story through a mutual acquaintance at one of her dentist’s office there in Nashville.

I continue to read his blog to follow his daily (or almost daily) journaling. His blog entry is sometimes humorous, sometimes tear-jerking, but ALWAYS faith-filled. Today, he says it took him several hours to type as he described his first round of chemo and radiation therapy and the overall battle (like Jacob wrestling all night with the angel, it seems) that he is fighting with every ounce of courage, faith, medical and emotional therapy he can. I remind you of Daniel for several reasons: (Click here to read more)

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Monday, May 24, 2010



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Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Mouthguard: Just Wear It



Mouthguards are no longer recommended for sleep problems and teeth grinding.
They are now being recommended for sports -- and rightly so!
Dental injuries are the most common type of orofacial injury sustained while participating in sports.

One-third of all dental injuries is related to
some type of sports activity.
Facial and head injuries can be sustained in
nearly every game, from “contact” sports such
as football, basketball and hockey, to “non-contact”
sports like baseball, volleyball, and many
more.

Wearing a mouthguard just makes sense!

For a great price, you can get a custom mouthguard for you or your child today!

Your teeth and mouth will thank you!

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

What Impression Does Your Smile Leave?

A first impression is the most important impression you’ll ever make — and you only have one chance to make it.


First impressions can affect everything; jobs, business deals, relationships, and so much more! Yes, many of life’s decisions center on that all-important initial meeting. And our smiles



are the first thing people notice and evaluate, thus creating the “first impression.” So what kind of impression is your SMILE leaving?


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