On July 27th and 28th, Dr. Murray will be attending a dental seminar on Sleep Medicine.
50 million people in North America are suffering from sleep apnea and/or snoring.
Many of our patients have been asking about dental appliances for the treatment of snoring and sleep apnea, which is why Dr. Murray is excited for the opportunity to gain the latest knowledge on the treatment for this common problem.
Dr. Murray is looks forward to discussing the Dental Sleep Appliance with our patients.
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Radiation Scare
Radiation Safety Challenged Again-Research Criticized
This age-old subject continues to come up. There has been a publication to the public challenging dental radiographs and their alleged dangers. This article has stated that "Dental x-rays could end up giving you a brain tumor". Experts in oral and maxillofacial radiology have significantly criticized the research quoted in the original article. Additionally, the ADA stated relative to the research design that "...this design (remembering events from the past) can be unreliable because they are affected by what scientists call 'recall bias'. Also, the study acknowledges that some of the subjects received dental x-rays decades ago when radiation exposure was greater. Radiation rates were higher in the past due to the use of old x-ray technology and slower speed film."
According to legitimate research, a typical digital periapical radiograph requires less radiation exposure than any one of us receives for one day in our normal home or work environment.
Resource
Clinicians Report/June 2012, Volume 5 Issue 6
www.CliniciansReport.org
This age-old subject continues to come up. There has been a publication to the public challenging dental radiographs and their alleged dangers. This article has stated that "Dental x-rays could end up giving you a brain tumor". Experts in oral and maxillofacial radiology have significantly criticized the research quoted in the original article. Additionally, the ADA stated relative to the research design that "...this design (remembering events from the past) can be unreliable because they are affected by what scientists call 'recall bias'. Also, the study acknowledges that some of the subjects received dental x-rays decades ago when radiation exposure was greater. Radiation rates were higher in the past due to the use of old x-ray technology and slower speed film."
According to legitimate research, a typical digital periapical radiograph requires less radiation exposure than any one of us receives for one day in our normal home or work environment.
Resource
Clinicians Report/June 2012, Volume 5 Issue 6
www.CliniciansReport.org
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Oral Cancer
Increase in Oral Cancers from HPV
The human papillomavirus is contributing to the growing number of head and neck cancers in the United States, according to a new study published in the October 2011 Journal of Clinical Oncology.
The study found that the number of cases of oropharyngeal cancer (cancer of the tonsil, back of the mouth (throat) and base of the tongue) has been on the rise since the mid 1980s. The study suggests that one reason could be an increase in the number of people having oral sex, resulting in oral human papillomavirus exposure.
Researchers say these cancers fall into two categories, those caused by tobacco and alcohol and those caused by the sexually transmitted virus, HPV. They now believe approximately 70% of all oropharyngeal cancers are caused by HPV infection.
"We used to think of oropharyngeal cancer as one cancer," said senior author Dr. Maura Gillison, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center in Columbus. "Now we know the disease is comprised of two biologically and epidemiologically distinct cancers. This new understanding will increasingly enable us to improve and better personalize care for patients with each form of the disease."
The findings are important due to the relatively rapid increase in these cancers compared with other HPV associated cancers like cervical cancer. With cervical cancer, incidence rates have declined over time because of screening, but currently there is no screening in place for oropharyngeal cancers.
Resource
Illinois Dental News The Official Journal of the Illinois State Dental Society
Volume 8/Issue 1/January/February 2012/pg.7
www.isds.org
The human papillomavirus is contributing to the growing number of head and neck cancers in the United States, according to a new study published in the October 2011 Journal of Clinical Oncology.
The study found that the number of cases of oropharyngeal cancer (cancer of the tonsil, back of the mouth (throat) and base of the tongue) has been on the rise since the mid 1980s. The study suggests that one reason could be an increase in the number of people having oral sex, resulting in oral human papillomavirus exposure.
Researchers say these cancers fall into two categories, those caused by tobacco and alcohol and those caused by the sexually transmitted virus, HPV. They now believe approximately 70% of all oropharyngeal cancers are caused by HPV infection.
"We used to think of oropharyngeal cancer as one cancer," said senior author Dr. Maura Gillison, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center in Columbus. "Now we know the disease is comprised of two biologically and epidemiologically distinct cancers. This new understanding will increasingly enable us to improve and better personalize care for patients with each form of the disease."
The findings are important due to the relatively rapid increase in these cancers compared with other HPV associated cancers like cervical cancer. With cervical cancer, incidence rates have declined over time because of screening, but currently there is no screening in place for oropharyngeal cancers.
Resource
Illinois Dental News The Official Journal of the Illinois State Dental Society
Volume 8/Issue 1/January/February 2012/pg.7
www.isds.org
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Your Dental Health, Examined
Here is a great article from the November issue of Real Simple magazine. It's a basic guide for healthy teeth and gums from your 20's, to your 50's, and beyond. Some of the information might be old news to you, but it never hurts to reminded. Daily stress, diet, and your exercise level, all play a part in the health of our mouth.
Remember: healthy mouth, healthy body.
Remember: healthy mouth, healthy body.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Insurance Fees
The American Dental Association wrote an interesting article on October 12th, regarding an insurance reimbursement cut. Those who belong to Delta Dental of Idaho might be especially interested.
Check it out.
Check it out.
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