Neuropathic Pain in Head and Neck Cancer Patients
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EnSYwst7O7FRjbn47n73F?si=Td06HPfPQGS0ebals7GvBw Introduction Head and neck cancer is, depending on the study cited, either the 6th or 7th most common malignancy globally, with the majority (~90% of cases) presenting as oral squamous...
What to Know About Obesity-Induced Chronic Pain
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6nGbNneLZEPeqwmID5k7Bi?si=7TAiKsUDQXueOX87LbRL4w Most of us realize that obesity is an ongoing issue in all areas of the country. Those who are considered obese are usually the first to know that things hurt more by having extra weight...
Early Detection of Oral Pre-Cancer
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6EsjRXypaw06Z2nb91fJbS?si=K3NNL__-RkKaZTsihq5wCQ April was Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to highlight the importance of early detection and treatment of precancerous lesions in the mouth. What many people don't realize is...
Oral Cancer Risk in Older Adults: What Dental Professionals Need to Know
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FktYN7zFR55azf2xx0Rae?si=Ub4TUrHDR8-RUKwnnmaSTg As people age, their oral health becomes more complex, and one critical area of concern is the risk of oral cancer. A key part of this risk involves oral potentially malignant...
New Research on Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions for Chronic Pain Relief
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BkxBjPbboiZQ1AZndqrhK?si=VUBsVoUZTvi5h2zjeUMONA Often, the first line of treatment for someone who has chronic pain is pharmaceuticals. Many people are prescribed them to help bring relief, but that doesn't always work, leaving people...
The Gray Area of Clinical Trials: Why Older Adults Are Missing Out?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qdk8U3ObZBZNIJeij1CPB?si=-Aws8BtQQN-aloCOvkCatA The global population of individuals aged 65 and above is experiencing a significant surge, a trend underscored by UN projections estimating 1.5 billion older adults by 2050. This...
Ethical Clinical Decision-Making for Older Adults
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Xx36lvjRIbe88CBOBBJvf?si=R1SyP0qIRC6cZP2GCrIc6Q As dentists, we also hold a position of trust within society. As a consequence, the society affords the profession certain privileges that are not available to...
The Physical Examination Gap: Why Symptom Checkers Can’t Replace Doctors
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ct68rWf5Vqpykvku7yppC?si=ywOMUlcsQqqiQysGTrinCA In today's digital age, we've seen healthcare evolve in numerous ways. One increasingly common tool is the online symptom checker—websites or apps where patients input their symptoms and...
Why Repeated Short-Acting Anesthetic Nerve Blocks Likely Don’t Reset Central Sensitization
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4cBBVc3BkpwbbXIizajPPj?si=szUqCv2EQ6WpcyXCKtFPPw Pain is complex and central sensitization is hard to reverse. Anyone who has experienced persistent pain knows this deeply, but even from a neurobiological perspective, the intricacies...
Tooth Regeneration: Communicating Novel Dental Research Responsibly
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6jIQDgA2ZA9pUAGW0YzEtE?si=9COvfijuQp-TL-nPgwb2lA What if it's possible to regrow those pearly whites, perhaps at a fraction of the cost ?[1]. That is a compelling question, especially considering that tooth...
Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children: Long-Term Health Impacts
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vSGywDDJGUnKv9djcGesF?si=cZYYA2RCQ5Ki-hRpwhr4rA Introduction Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children has been recognized and treated since the 1800s with adenotonsillectomy (AT surgery) [1]. What once might have been dismissed as...
The Adolescent TMJ: How Bruxism Leads to Disc Displacement
https://open.spotify.com/episode/45Wa02wLw3ZQPq6hZ1ndOY?si=2jfcL-k3Ss6fabhDW3ixmQ Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders affect millions worldwide, with disc displacement causing clicking and locking being one of the most common pathologies. While these disorders can...
The Lifelong Impact of Childhood Oral Health: A Life Course Perspective
https://open.spotify.com/episode/653PTsSky9NJil9Q9ps7qm?si=GLQtwK6zTEmSoS8gKT0WEg February marks National Children's Dental Health Month, prompting us to examine how early dental care shapes not just childhood health, but long-term wellbeing throughout adulthood and...
Children’s Dental Health: A Lifelong Commitment to Oral Care
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oXm8ErNkPUio6rVeUXCGk?si=I73KQz4PR6-LJ8utOmlROw “It’s just a baby tooth. It will fall out, and a new one will grow in.” This common sentiment, heard from parents, caregivers, and even teachers, may seem harmless. However, it overlooks...
Global Public Health Responses to Oral Precancerous Lesions
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zLApbUYQEBaKlnE0vkMUT?si=ewJEdA9oSt2-3bUU44UAYA Oral precancerous lesions represent a significant public health challenge worldwide. These conditions, which include leukoplakia, erythroplakia, and oral submucous fibrosis, oral lichen...
Adopting Innovation Initiatives
8-Minute Listen Expertise can teleport. Metaphorically speaking. Technology is, however, reshaping healthcare and education, enabling expert knowledge and services to reach anyone, anywhere. In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, synchronous telemedicine,...
The Importance of Global Health and Public Health Initiatives for the Geriatric Population
6-Minute Listen Global health and public health initiatives play a critical role in ensuring the well-being of the geriatric population worldwide. As life expectancy increases, the number of older adults is growing rapidly, presenting unique challenges and...
Leading the Future of Orofacial Pain Through Teaching and Innovation
11-Minute Listen Introduction Orofacial Pain (OFP) is a specialized field within dentistry and medicine that addresses complex chronic pain conditions affecting the head, neck, and face. Despite its importance, the field faces significant challenges due to fragmented...
Why Pursue a Master’s in Geriatric Dentistry? Insights from Dr. Theresa Cleary and Dr. Phil Kroll
9-minute Listen As the population ages, the demand for specialized dental care tailored to the needs of older adults continues to grow. Geriatric dentistry offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in education, clinical practice,...
A Broader Perspective on Health: Understanding Social Determinants of Health
8-Minute Listen A look at the history of science over the last century reveals an explosion of progress across numerous fields. In physics, we've explored relativity; in medicine, groundbreaking discoveries have emerged in areas such as DNA, germ theory, imaging, and...
The Relationship Between Smoking and Chronic Low Back Pain
3-Minute Listen Millions of people smoke, and millions of people have chronic low back pain. While we know this, many people need to give more consideration to the two issues being linked together. That is until researchers start to wonder if there is a link between...
Integrating Temporomandibular Disorders into Dental Education
12-Minute Listen Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a group of conditions that affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), masticatory muscles, and surrounding tissues, resulting in pain, limited jaw movement, and joint noises such as clicking or popping. TMDs...
Can Natural Compounds Help with Chronic Pelvic Pain?
5-minute Listen It's estimated that 10-15% of all women of reproductive age and 70% of women with chronic pelvic pain are affected by endometriosis [1]. Often, it takes a while for the diagnosis, which prolongs the amount of time that women spend in pain and...
How Those with Parkinson’s Disease Perceive Pain Experiences
5-Minute Listen According to the National Institutes of Health, Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder in the country [1]. Chronic pain is something that is common for those who have the condition, which impacts their quality of life....