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Prosthodontist’s view-Patient expectations and satisfaction in dental treatment–part 1
As a practicing and teaching Prosthodontist Dr. Kaushal Dhawan is uniquely positioned to do patient assessments and come up with an ideal treatment plan specifically tailored for the patient needs. In order to provide comprehensive treatment and meet patient expectations with highest standards it is important to learn as much as possible about the…
Read MoreOral Cancer Facts & Prevention
According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, more than 48,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year, causing more than 9,575 deaths. The 5-year survival rate of oral cancer is approximately 60 percent. As with virtually every form of cancer, early diagnosis is the key to successful treatment, which is why testing…
Read MorePregnant Women Should Brush Their Teeth More Often [STUDY]
Did you know that good oral hygiene and maintaining oral health also is vital for pregnant moms-to-be and her new baby? Recent research, published by the Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecological and Neonatal Nursing (JOGNN), has established the importance of oral health during pregnancy. Because oral health is crucial to overall health, and because of normal…
Read MoreAs Your Body Gets Older, Your Mouth Gets Older Too: Take Care of Both!
Getting older presents a range of challenges, not least of which is maintaining a healthy mouth, teeth, and gums. In fact, the aging process will often impair your sense of taste, while diseases, medications, and dentures can also contribute to this sensory loss. Then of course, as you age, so do your teeth and gums,…
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