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Early Detection is Key to Treating Oral Cancer
- posted: Apr. 12, 2022
Every hour of every day, someone in North America dies of oral cancer, the sixth most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate is only 50 percent, Read More
Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
- posted: Apr. 05, 2022
April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering Read More
Medication Can Lead To Xerostomia in Women
- posted: Mar. 29, 2022
Xerostomia, otherwise known as dry mouth, can be a side effect of many common medications. Drugs used for blood pressure, birth control, antidepressants, or cancer treatments may cause the dry Read More
What is a cavity?
- posted: Mar. 22, 2022
Cavities are the reason why most people fear going to the dentist. But they’re also the reason you should be visiting the doctor on a regular basis. Specifically, cavities are the Read More
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
- posted: Mar. 15, 2022
Millions of people, around Waynesville, Missouri and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read More
Interproximal Cavities: The Inside Story
- posted: Mar. 08, 2022
Time to brush! So, you make sure you gently brush the plaque off the outside surfaces of your teeth. You want to present a gleaming smile to the world, after Read More
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
- posted: Mar. 01, 2022
At Reznicek Dental Group, LLC, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. Read More
Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How
- posted: Feb. 22, 2022
Parents are usually expert at taking care of their children’s injuries. You know how to disinfect a cut, soothe a bump on the head, and apply a bandage faster than Read More
When Snoring Becomes More Than Just Annoying
- posted: Feb. 15, 2022
Snoring occurs when the tissues in the throat relax enough to block part of our airways, or physical conditions such as enlarged tonsils or a deviated septum prevent air from Read More
Valentine's Day History
- posted: Feb. 08, 2022
Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people Read More
February is Heart Month
- posted: Feb. 01, 2022
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read More
How do I make my child’s diet safe for his or her teeth?
- posted: Jan. 25, 2022
The food you feed your child can have a lasting effect on his or her oral health. In fact, diet plays a major role in whether a child develops cavities Read More
Cleaning Your Teeth—Time for a Refresher Course!
- posted: Jan. 18, 2022
Let’s face it, by now, brushing our teeth is something we pretty much do on auto-pilot. A quick brush after breakfast, a minute or so at night, floss when we Read More
Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth
- posted: Jan. 11, 2022
When your wisdom teeth start to emerge it can definitely be painful, but it can be even worse if your wisdom teeth become impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth are trying to Read More
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
- posted: Jan. 04, 2022
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read More