ROSEMONT, Ill. – Every hour, one person in the United States dies from oral and oropharyngeal cancer. Yet, when detected early, the survival rate can be as high as 90 percent. This April, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is raising awareness about early detection and self-exams during Oral Cancer Awareness Month. AAOMS… Read more »
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April is National Facial Protection Month: Play it safe and protect your face
ROSEMONT, Ill. – The popularity and competitiveness of organized youth sports can lead to numerous teeth and face injuries, with an average of 22,000 dental injuries occurring annually in children younger than 18 years, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. With proper facial protection, however, many of these injuries are entirely preventable. As… Read more »
JOMS study: Viewing social media increases anxiety before wisdom teeth surgery
With social media use on the rise, many patients turn to platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook or X to learn about surgical procedures, including the removal of impacted wisdom teeth. A new study published in the March issue of the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (JOMS) – the official peer-reviewed journal of the American…
JOMS study: Youth baseball, softball linked to sport-related facial fractures
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Children playing baseball and softball are more likely to sustain sports-related fractures around the eye compared to other sports, according to a new study. Published in the March issue of the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (JOMS) – the official peer-reviewed journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) – the…
JOMS study: Recreational marijuana use may increase sedation requirements during oral and maxillofacial surgery
Research reveals recreational marijuana users undergoing oral and maxillofacial surgery – such as tooth extractions or biopsies in an ambulatory surgical center – may require higher doses of anesthetic drugs during intravenous (IV) sedation. The study published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (JOMS) – the official journal of the American Association of…
AAOMS develops guidance for diagnosing, managing TMJ disorders and pain
ROSEMONT, Ill. – The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) has developed evidence-based guidance for evaluating, diagnosing and treating patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and intra-articular pain and dysfunction (IPD). The position paper “The Contemporary Management of Temporomandibular Joint Intra-articular Pain and Dysfunction (IPD)” – written by members of the AAOMS Special… Read more »
April is National Facial Protection Month
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Five national healthcare organizations are teaming up in April to promote the use of protective gear – such as mouth guards and helmets – to prevent dental and facial injuries resulting from sports and recreational activities. Founded by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) and with the support and… Read more »
April is National Facial Protection Month
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Every April, healthcare organizations unite to raise awareness of National Facial Protection Month – the campaign that encourages the use of safety equipment to prevent sports-related injuries to the head and face. Founded by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) and with the support and collaboration of the Academy… Read more »
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons: Provider of choice for wisdom teeth removal, dental implants
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Oral and maxillofacial surgeons (OMSs) continue to be the provider of choice for wisdom teeth removal and dental implants, according to national consumer surveys conducted since 2017. Across three different consumer segments – including mothers of teens, young adults and baby boomers – OMSs were identified as the preferred professional for these… Read more »
JOMS study: Penicillin allergy testing encouraged to reduce infection risk in oral surgery patients
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Unsubstantiated, patient-reported penicillin allergies are a risk factor for surgical site infections (SSIs) after oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS), according to a new study. The study published in the January issue of the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery – the official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) –… Read more »
