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Oral Cancer: Early Detection and the Crucial Role of Oral Surgeons

While overall cancer rates in the United States continue to decline, oral cancer is on the rise with the American Cancer Society estimating nearly 60,000 new cases in 2024 and more than 12,000 deaths.
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How to Know if You Need Corrective Jaw Surgery

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Living with jaw problems can significantly impact your quality of life, affecting everything from eating and speaking to sleeping and breath...
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Addressing Dental Anxiety

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If just hearing the word “dentist” is a trigger warning for you, then take a deep breath, and read this article! Dental anxiety is very real...
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Salivary Gland Blockage: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

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Oral and maxillofacial surgery, the surgical arm of dentistry, is best known for wisdom teeth extractions and dental implants, but these hig...
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Connecting Oral Health & Systemic Health: Why Oral Surgery Matters

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In today's health-conscious world, we often focus on diet, exercise, and regular check-ups to maintain our well-being. However, oral health ...
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How Late is Too Late for Wisdom Teeth Removal?

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Wisdom teeth, those third molars that typically make their appearance in our late teens or early twenties, have long been a subject of denta...
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Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Welcomes Chris Midtling, DDS, MD

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The Woodlands, TX – 7.22.24 – Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Chris Midtling to their team o...
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Dental Implants vs. Dentures: Why Implants Are the Superior Choice

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Choosing between dentures and dental implants is something many Americans will have to do as some 200 million people in the U.S. are missing...
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Dental Implants: Transforming Your Smile and Enhancing Your Health

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Your smile is one of your most valuable assets, and it's not just about looking good. A healthy, complete set of teeth is essential for main...
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The Risks of Smoking and Vaping

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Smoking has been a well-known health hazard for decades, but the emergence of vaping has added a new dimension to the conversation. While va...
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