ORAL CANCER AWARENESS The Quick & Painless Screening That Could Make All the Difference
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become larger problems. We highly recommend that every patient undergo this screening at least once a year. And here’s something many people don’t realize: Even if you wear dentures or no longer have natural teeth, you should still get screened for oral cancer. The soft tissues in your mouth, gums, and throat are just as important to check as your
teeth. So, if it’s been a while since your last visit, this a friendly reminder to schedule a screening.
According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, about 58,500 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year — that’s a large number! Oral Cancer Awareness Month is here, and if there’s one thing we take seriously at our practice, it’s making sure our patients are always screened for early signs of oral cancer. Whether you’re a brand-new patient or a longtime member of our Newman Springs Dental Care family, routine cancer screenings are a top priority during every hygiene visit. You may not think about oral cancer often, but early detection is important. That’s why we use Velscope, an advanced screening tool designed to detect abnormalities in the mouth that aren’t always visible to the naked eye. This simple, non- invasive screening takes just a few minutes and can help identify potential concerns before they
Not every dental office offers Velscope screenings, but we believe in giving our patients the best preventive care possible. So, next time you’re in, ask about Velscope! A quick screening today could make all the difference tomorrow. Common warning signs of oral cancer include: • Persistent sores • Lumps • Red and white patches in the mouth, • Difficulty swallowing • Chronic hoarseness • Unexplained mouth pain If you notice any of these symptoms lasting more than two weeks, don’t wait! Call our office right away for an evaluation. Your health matters, and we’re here to help keep you smiling — safely and confidently. See you at your next appointment!
DECLUTTER YOUR ENTRYWAY TIPS TO MASTER THIS ALL-IMPORTANT SPACE
In many ways, your front entryway is your home’s command center. It’s where some of your most precious possessions reside and the first thing guests see when they visit. Unfortunately, it can also be your home’s most cluttered and disorganized space, leading to everything from desperate, already-late-for-work dashes to find your car keys to pets looking at you quizzically as you embark on a scavenger hunt for their leashes. Here are two quick tips to clear up that all-important space and save you from hustling to find those items that always seem to vanish whenever you need them. Stop the Shoe Stack If your front entryway typically looks like a sneaker factory hit by a tornado, the first step is to get all that footwear — especially if it’s wet or muddy —
out of your way and into easily accessible locations. You can utilize baskets or shelves to organize those items by person and even assign each area a name or number to help family members (or guests) find them without hassle. The same goes for gloves, hats, scarves, socks, boots, umbrellas, and other weather- specific attire. If your entryway space is minimal, consider adding hooks and shelves to a nearby wall to keep these essentials — plus purses, keys, and other daily accessories — in one spot. Best of all, everyone will know where to place certain items instead of dropping one glove in the living room and another in the kitchen. Imagine that! Perfect the Pet Parent Playbook Of course, you also need to keep things neat for your beloved animal companions. Leashes, pet clothing, and waste scoopers should also have designated spaces in your reorganizing entryway. Storing your pet essentials in a dedicated place will be especially helpful when your furry friends wake you up in the middle of the night so you can take them outside to do their business. From making a great first impression to keeping tasks convenient for your family, a decluttered front entryway is one of the best and most practical gifts you can give your home.
Our hygienist Kelly with her family
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