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Early oral cancer detection

As with cancer in other areas of the body, detecting oral cancer early on remains critical to preventing it from spreading. The five-year survival rate of patients in whom oral cancer was detected before it metastasized stands at 80 per cent, while patients with distant metastases survive at a rate of 20 per cent over
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Periodontal treatment and the diabetic patient

Article by Dr John Carrigy MDSc (Melb), BDS (Syd) Hons, MRACDS (Perio) DOWNLOAD: Dr John Carrigy Periodontist Talk Notes TAKE HOME POINTS The treatment of Periodontitis follows a set path of clinical action. These “phases” of treatment may differ in their name and number – but the goals of each step are almost universally accepted :
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Treating gum disease improves heart health

A simple non-surgical gum disease treatment markedly reduces the thickness of the wall of the arteries, a risk factor for heart disease, according to a first of its kind study among Aboriginal Australians. The study findings may be of particular importance to Aboriginal Australians, who in general have poorer oral health and higher rates of
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Red wine shows promise as cavity fighter

If you are passionate about your oral health but don’t mind having dark stained teeth, a new study from the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry may have the news you’ve been waiting for. Researchers have found that red wine, as well as grape seed extract, could potentially help prevent cavities. They say that their report, “Red
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Periodontal disease associated with cardiovascular risk

Periodontal disorders such as tooth loss and gingivitis have been identified as a potential risk marker for cardiovascular disease in a large study reported April 9, 2014. More than 15,000 patients with chronic coronary heart disease provided information on their dental health, with results showing that indicators of periodontal disease (fewer remaining teeth, gum bleeding) were common in this
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Private Health Insurance for Dental Work

If you are currently searching for Private Health Insurance or already a member of a fund it is important you evaluate what needs are most important to you, and know that you are receiving the best possible cover for you and your family. The ADA has complied a fact sheets, useful links and a questionnaire
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Dental implants vs. other treatments

SOURCE: American Academy of Implant Dentistry Why are dental implants often the first choice and a standard of care compared to other options to restore missing or damaged teeth? Next best thing to healthy, natural teeth. Strong and stable, a dental implant restores a lost tooth so that it looks, feels, fits and functions like
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The main causes of cavities and tooth decay

Article by Ashley Henshaw There are few adults who can claim they’ve never had a cavity. Even though most people have experienced this condition, few know what actually happens to a tooth when it gets a cavity. For example, did you know that cavities are actually the term used to describe a type of tooth
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Health Fund Reminder

The end of the year is fast approaching and at 31 December, most health funds reset their annual benefits. That means if you have not used your benefits this year, they will not carry over to next year. So if you have been meaning to come in and see us for dental implants or periodontal
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Time to consider dental implants?

Do you have a missing tooth that needs replacing? Have you been putting it off as you’re not sure who to contact or what is involved? Perhaps it’s time to consider a dental implant. Dental Implants are now a very successful and accepted treatment option to replace lost teeth permanently. Over the last 15 years we
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