Every year in the United States alone, 40,000 women and men in America are diagnosed with oral cancer. Oral cancers, which include cancer of the tongue, lip, mouth, and throat, claim the lives of 8,000 people yearly. Public awareness of oral cancer is notably less than that of skin cancer, cervical cancer, and testicular cancer, […]
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The best route to a bright and healthy smile involves routine dental care. The often-underestimated procedures involved in preventive dentistry help your smile avoid serious health issues, such as tooth decay and gum disease. Astoria NY general dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz, explains why preventive care is crucial for protecting your teeth and gums. […]
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Dr. Jeffrey Leibowitz has spoken extensively about the importance of your mouth’s wellbeing to the state of your overall systemic health (known as the oral-systemic connection). For instance, studies have shown a significant correlation between the mechanisms of severe gum disease and other health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, respiratory infections, and dementia, among […]
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