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Going to the dentist for your routine visits is imperative if you want to ensure the health of your mouth and body for years to come. Cleaning your teeth is not the only thing that your dentist will do. They will also evaluate your mouth and neck and look for any changes, even subtle ones, that might be troublesome. Oral cancer screenings are a part of that process.
Oral Cancer often goes unnoticed in the early stages, unless it is found by a licensed dental practitioner. If Oral Cancer goes undetected, the death rate for those who have it is just under 50%. If detected early, the chances of survival are 80% or higher. Tobacco use and recurrent viral infections may increase the risk of oral cancer.
For more information about Oral Cancer, including; symptoms and what it may look like, please visit our Oral Cancer Screenings page.
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We wish you a Happy New Year!
At the office of Magi Crofcheck, DDS, PA, every patient we see is treated with the utmost care, and each treatment plan is catered to the specific needs of each individual.
Anyone with dental implants knows the expense that has gone into the removal of the old tooth as well as for the placement of the implant. For this reason, it becomes of significant importance to care for the new implant.
Utilizing proper brushing and flossing techniques are important to maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
Crown lengthening involves the removal of excess bone or gum tissue around your teeth to ensure that the proper amount of healthy tooth is exposed.
Periodontal diseases (gum disease) can have severe consequences if not detected early. Periodontitis and gingivitis are the two main diseases that are included in this category and in some cases it can cause irreparable damage.