Discover Health with Holland MI DNA Testing The Cutting Edge Way to Better Oral Health

Did you know that an infection in your mouth such as gum disease could contribute to heart, lung and other diseases and make them worse? These oral infections have even been discovered to be a major contributor to cancers such as Pancreatic cancer!

In addition to the problem with oral bacterial infections and their link to whole body health issues, oral cancer rates are rising. In fact, the American Cancer Society estimates that about 35,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer in 2012.

Even more reason to keep up with all of your oral health screenings. This data is also the primary reason I have incorporated Oral DNA testing into my protocol.

Oral DNA testing is so groundbreaking and important that the National Institute of Health (NIH), the American Dental Association and the Academy of Periodontology are pursuing it as a way to diagnose both gum disease and oral cancer earlier.

To read more about the Oral DNA testing I offer at my Holland dental office, visit my periodontal care webpage or call me, Dr. Jeff Huisman at 616.396.5919.

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Dr. Jeffrey Huisman

Dr. Jeffrey Huisman believes the best dental care happens when patients feel informed, respected, and involved in every decision. A Holland native and second-generation dentist, Dr. Huisman began working in his father’s practice before graduating from high school. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Calvin College and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry before joining the family practice in 2001. Since then, he has built a reputation for providing thoughtful, collaborative care that prioritizes patient comfort and long-term oral health. A graduate of the Dawson Academy and member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Huisman continues to pursue advanced training to stay current with the latest techniques in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

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