As the year winds down, it is important to make sure that all your oral health care ducks are in a row so to speak. This includes making sure you've done everything you can to protect your mouth from any oral health hazards that have arrived, or to prepare for ones that could potentially occur in the future. It is... read more »
As you may already know, oral cancer can destroy your life. This is why Dr. Anthony Shaia and our dental team proudly offer oral cancer screenings at Shaia Dental Care. During your six-month checkup, your dentist will examine your mouth for signs of oral cancer. This is beneficial because with early detection, you can have an increased success rate and... read more »
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that over 40 million Americans use tobacco products in some form on a regular basis. While many people are aware of the threats posed to circulatory and respiratory health posed by tobacco use, the short and long-term threats to oral health can be just as serious. Tobacco use tends to create pervasive... read more »
April has been designated as Oral Cancer Awareness Month by the Oral Cancer Foundation. Oral cancer is a serious concern, and at Shaia Dental Care we want to do our part to help all our friends in the Middleburg Heights, OH, area know about this disease. Here are some quick basics. Oral cancer is found in nearly 50,000 new patients... read more »
March is finally here and spring is officially on its way. If you are prone to the spring cleaning bug, you know the routine; sweeping out the old, refreshing what’s left, and welcoming the new. Spring is a time for letting fresh air in, as we ready for newer, vibrant energy and renewed vigor after the long winter’s hibernation. Don’t... read more »