It's No Laughing Matter or is It?

Dentists often hear, "Don't take this personally, but I don't want to be here." Or, "I'd rather give birth than go to the dentist." Dental visits are anxiety producing for some individuals and result in uncomfortable stressful situations. The good news is that we have the "cure." It's been used safely for over 100 years and goes by many names such as Nitrous Oxide, Tranquilizing Air and Laughing Gas. The bottom line is that this sweet smelling blend of nitrous oxide and oxygen reduces anxiety, minimizes an overactive gag reflex, raises your pain threshold and helps make your dental visit pleasant and comfortable with its calming effect.

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Oral Cancer Screenings Performed at Our Office

Oral cancer is the sixth most common cancer, accounting for 40,000 newly diagnosed cancers each year and 9,000 deaths. Less that half of all oral cancer patients are cured, because it is usually diagnosed in later stages. You are more likely to develop oral cancer if you are male (2 times) and after age 45.

While the potential for oral cancer may be genetically inherited, the risk increases with smokers, spit tobacco users, too much exposure to sunlight and excessive alcohol consumption. Habits such as lip or cheek biting and ill-fitting dentures also heighten the risk of developing oral cancer.

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