Dr. Kristi M. Tolzman, DDS in Oak Creek, Wisconsin
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What Are Ectopic Pregnancies? What Causes Them And How Do You Know If You Have One
Ectopic Pregnancies are pregnancies that occur outside of the uterus. This can be due to a number of factors, and it is more common in women who have had a…
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What is the difference between plaque and tartar?
Plaque is a soft, sticky film of bacteria. If not removed, it hardens into tartar, a hard deposit that requires professional cleaning to remove.
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Alzheimer’s Disease: New Anti-Amyloid Antibody Drugs Slow Cognitive Decline
Researchers are making progress: new monoclonal antibody medicines that target amyloid plaques can modestly slow memory and thinking decline in some people with early Alzheimer’s. While not a cure, this can help patients and caregivers plan ahead and discuss with a healthcare provider who might qualify, the potential benefits and risks, and what monitoring and coverage are needed.
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Cervical cancer screening adds self-collection option for some adults
ACOG has updated its cervical cancer screening guidance to include a patient-collected sample option for high-risk HPV testing in some average-risk adults ages 30 to 65. The change may help people who have had trouble getting screened, but it does not replace follow-up care or every other screening approach.