Oral Cancer: Page 74

Saliva test could improve oral cancer detection
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Michigan State University surgeon is teaming up with Delta Dental of Michigan's Research and Data Institute on a clinical trial to create a simple, cost-effective saliva test to detect oral cancer.
April 16, 2012
'Lab on a chip' could detect oral cancer in minutes
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Researchers from the University of Sheffield and Rice University are developing a new "lab on a chip" technique they say can diagnose oral cancer more quickly and effectively.
April 12, 2012
CDHA warns of link between acid reflux, esophageal cancer
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
As part of Oral Cancer Awareness month, the California Dental Hygienists' Association (CDHA) is working to educate patients and practitioners about the link between acid reflux and the potential for esophageal cancer.
April 11, 2012
Dentist helps cancer patients with treatment side effects
By Donna Domino
A Texas dentist specializing in oncology has seen his practice grow quickly, as cancer patients struggle with the side effects of chemo and radiation. Many dentists refuse to treat these patients because of the increased risk of osteonecrosis from radiation therapy or bisphosphonate use.
April 10, 2012
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ADA suggests 'recall bias' in x-ray, brain tumor study
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The ADA issued the following responds to a study that found an association between frequent dental x-rays and an increased risk of developing meningioma.
April 9, 2012
Low-level laser therapy reduces oral mucositis
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is an effective and well-tolerated intervention for cancer therapy-induced oral mucositis, according to a literature review in Current Opinion in Oncology.
April 9, 2012
Study links frequent dental x-rays with brain tumor
By Kathy Kincade
People who received frequent dental x-rays have an increased risk of developing meningioma, according to the largest case-control study to date examining the correlation between dental x-rays and this largely benign brain tumor.
April 9, 2012
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RNA molecules may help treat head/neck cancer
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A nanoparticle drug delivery vehicle for small interfering RNA (ribonucleic acid) molecules shows promise for the treatment of head and neck cancer, according to a study published in the Journal of Controlled Release.
April 8, 2012
DrBicuspid.com Oral Cancer & Diagnostics Insider
By Donna Domino
April 3, 2012
VELscope sales boost LED Medical 2011 revenues
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
LED Medical Diagnostics, makers of the VELscope oral cancer screening device and parent company of LED Dental, reported record revenues for 2011 (end-December 31) and expects to see this trend continue in 2012.
April 2, 2012
OC survivor urges tax increase for smokeless tobacco
By Donna Domino
Gruen von Behrens recently testified at a Maryland legislative hearing urging lawmakers to increase the tax on smokeless tobacco. The motivational speaker says chewing tobacco nearly ruined his life after he developed squamous cell carcinoma at the age of 17 and had half of his tongue and neck muscles removed.
April 2, 2012
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Aspen Dental supports Oral Cancer Awareness Month
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month this month, 340 Aspen Dental practices in 22 states will donate $5 from every Vizilite Plus screening conducted in April to the Oral Cancer Foundation.
April 1, 2012
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