*NEWS and UPCOMING EVENTS*
COMING SOON!!
February ~ Children's Dental Health Month
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The Conklin office was flooded again and our recovery is still in progress. With the help and input of our staff and patients we quickly made the decision to return to Eastern Broome County. We are excited to say that we are planning on moving to the previous NYS Police Barracks on Route 11 in Kirkwood. It is only 3.5 miles and 5 minutes from our previous location. There are many things that need to be done and we are looking forward to beginning renovations soon anticipating our reopening to be in early 2012.
Please make note of our modified office hours.
Conklin Office - CLOSED
Endwell Office -
Monday - 7am - 5pm
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday - 7am - 7pm
Friday - 7am - 5pm
Saturday - 8am - 12pm
Norwich Office -
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday - 8am - 5pm
Thursday - 8am - 1pm
Montrose Office -
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday - 8am - 5pm
Friday - 7am - 4pm
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At Progressive Dental our dentists are trained to recognize airway and sleep problems and can help in the treatment of those problems in children and adults with oral sleep apnea and snoring appliances.
An interesting article about sleep disorders & airway problems and negative behaviors in children ...
School bullies and children who are disruptive in class are twice as likely to show signs of sleep problems compared to well-behaved children, new research shows - http://nyti.ms/jKvLrp
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Clinical Tip: The days of prescreening for oral cancer are long gone -
By Kevin D. Huff, DDS, MAGD
Classically, the risk factors for oral cancer have been:
- Age (over the age of 45)
- Gender (males more prevalent)
- Ethnicity
- Tobacco use
- Heavy use of alcohol
- Heredity
In the past, it was common practice for dental professionals to decide on which patients to perform oral cancer screening exams based on whether or not they have these risk factors. Unfortunately, prescreening still occurs in many dental offices, because dental professionals are unaware of the new risk factor — HPV.
The skinny on HPV:
- There are more than 120 identified strains of HPV, and only a few have been found to cause cancer.
- Type 16, which is one of the strains that causes cervical cancer, is a risk factor for oropharyngeal cancer.
- Lesions typically are not easily visible.
- HPV is a virus and can be cleared naturally by the body over 60 to 90 days.
- HPV is spread through sexual contact and is an STD.
- HPV-related squamous cell cancers have a better prognosis than non-HPV cancers.
- HPV cancers are more prevalent in nonsmokers of both sexes under the age of 40.
Although it was reasonable in the past to prescreen based on common risk factors, HPV debunks this concept. Since HPV causes cancer in individuals who do not have the classical risk factors, everyone is at risk. Social studies done by Merck during the development of its HPV vaccine suggest that adolescents begin sexual activity with partners as early as age 11 or 12. Therefore, it makes sense that oral cancer screening should be performed on all adolescents and adults at least once a year, regardless of known risk factors.
At Progressive Dental we use the VELscope during all hygiene appointments, on all hygiene patients, and have been doing so since Day 1. The VELscope is the first adjunctive device cleared by the FDA to help clinicians detect cancerous and pre-cancerous lesions and other lesions that might not be apparent to the naked eye. The VELscope exam, which is basically shining a fluorescent light inside your mouth, takes about two minutes as part of a regular hygiene check-up, it involves no pain or inconvenience, and is completely safe.
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Thank you for choosing Progressive Dental, PLLC, a premier dental practice with locations in Montrose, Endwell and Norwich, New York. Drs. Sonny Spera, Jennifer Redmore, Brian Blanchard, Matthew L. Franklin, Oreida Quinones, and Michelle Boyd, and their experienced team are committed to offering the best dental care to patients of all ages, in a compassionate, relaxed atmosphere.
We believe good oral hygiene positively impacts your quality of life. As such, we offer routine cleanings reserved for a thorough examination of your mouth for decay and the presence of gum disease. We believe in the importance of patient education and promise to speak candidly about your treatment options and progress.
Nothing exudes beauty and confidence like a bright, vibrant smile! To help you achieve the smile of your dreams, we offer advanced dental treatment options, including porcelain veneers and crowns, custom dentures and bridges, white fillings and dental implants. In addition, our office is equipped with innovative technology, such as drill free air abrasion, digital X-Rays, and intraoral cameras. These technologies ensure a more accurate diagnosis and efficient treatment.
If you are apprehensive about receiving a procedure, we can provide Nitrous Oxide to help you relax.
We invite you to view our website to learn more about our doctors and the services we provide. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Personalized and progressive dentistry – that’s what you can expect from Progressive Dental, PLLC.
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Progressive Dental At A Glance