Archive for March, 2018
Non-Opioid Pain Management Alternatives Post Surgery
At Virginia Oral & Facial Surgery we are doing our part to combat the opioid epidemic in any way we can including: Limiting opioid (narcotic) prescriptions Recommending over-the-counter medications Offering EXPAREL We encourage you to discuss your concerns about post-op discomfort before your procedure! The best time to do this is at your consultation appointment […]
Smoking and Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is a cancer that develops within the mouth or oral cavity. But it doesn’t just affect the mouth, it can involve the lips, tongue, throat, salivary glands, pharynx, larynx and sinuses. There are many factors that can cause oral cancer, but smoking is one of the biggest lifestyle choices that can increase the […]