During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many Chesterfield dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.1 Consider this sobering […]
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Florissant Dental News: What To Expect After Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Categories: General Dentistry
For the 65 percent of Florissant adults who develop wisdom teeth in their late teens or early twenties, Koch Park Dental – Martin L. Buchheit, DDS generally recommends removal. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth, nerves and, due to their awkward positioning, can increase risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Furthermore, they often come […]
