South Plainfield, NJ -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/11/2016 -- In light of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dentists all over New Jersey are teaming up to provide complimentary screenings and medication impact evaluations to breast cancer "Thrivers and Survivors" through the entirety of October. South Plainfield Dental Group is pleased to announce its participation in this program.
Until the end of the month, over 30 practices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania will engage by offering free dental exams, x-rays, medication dental impact evaluations and consultations. The participating offices aim to shed light on improving tooth and gum health. Breast cancer survivors and current patients alike are invited to partake in the "Thrivers and Survivors" program.
Over one-third of those who undergo treatment for breast cancer, or for chronic pain thereafter, will develop complications that affect their oral health. Chemotherapy and prescription medications can easily dry out or inflame one's mouth, leading to tooth and gum pain, as well as having a negative effect on swallowing, taste, speech, appetite and sleep.
Many current or past breast cancer patients deal with underperforming immune systems. Thus, dental check ups are critical to the ensurement of catching periodontal disease or other oral infections before they arise. During screenings, dentists will make suggestions to breast cancer patients for minimizing their chances of obtaining oral complications, such as:
Using prescription strength, neutral sodium fluoride toothpaste
Utilizing custom-made fluoride trays nightly
Other measures to prevent cavities that stem from damaged tooth enamel
South Plainfield Dental Group is proud to be one of the 30 participants in this year's "Thrivers and Survivors" program. Interested breast cancer survivors and current patients are welcome to touch base with the practice directly by visiting their website, or by calling 908-755-8566.
About South Plainfield Dental Group
South Plainfield Dental Group is a North New Jersey-based dental practice that offers its patients an array of services, covering the gamut from general dental to cosmetic treatments. Their team of dentists possess extensive experience and unparalleled expertise providing a variety of dental offerings, like cleanings, x-rays, teeth whitening, root canals, dental implants, oral cancer screenings, extractions and much more.
To learn more about South Plainfield Dental Group, please visit their website at http://southplainfielddentalgroup.com/.