Dentistry

Recurrent lesion on the right ala nasi and an odontogenic cyst in a soldier

Captain Gary Tocci, PA-C, MPAS July 18, 2011

Being able to diagnose basal cell carcinoma syndrome is crucial to any provider, but a  thorough history can sometimes unmask a rare and more involved condition.

Managing the adverse effects of bisphosphonate therapy on the jaw

Denise Rizzolo, PA-C, PhD, Mona Sedrak, PA-C, PhD November 03, 2009

Despite its undisputed benefits, bisphosphonate therapy can lead to jaw osteonecrosis, a devastating oral condition.

Persistent malodorous breath in a youngster

Rene Frasher, DHSc, PA-C August 21, 2009

A young boy has multiple episodes of foul-smelling breath so severe that he is ridiculed at school. After 5 months and several rounds of antibiotics, the cause emerges.

Promoting oral health care: More than just lip service

Sarah Zarbock, PA-C June 04, 2009

A tragedy involving a 12-year-old boy illustrates the importance of oral health care. Are you and your patients getting regular dental checkups?

Is this small lingual lesion benign or threatening?

Denise Rizzolo, PA-C, PhD, Heather Kurdali; Thomas Chiodo, DDS May 07, 2009

A 40-year-old female found a small but growing red lump under her tongue. She did not smoke tobacco or drink alcohol, nor did she have a history of doing so.

Oral cancer: How to find this hidden killer in 2 minutes

Denise Rizzolo, PA-C, MSPA; Christopher Hanifin, PA-C, MSPA; Thomas A. Chiodo, DDS October 01, 2007

A brief, simple assessment can save lives, possibly because you may be the only provider tothoroughly examine the inside of the patient's mouth.

Oral health in children: Overlooked and undertreated

Pilar Berg; David Coniglio, MPA, PA-C April 01, 2006

Tooth decay is epidemic among young children in this country, yet millions do not receive proper care—or even attention. The authors explain what you can do to help.