Apr 16 2024 36 mins 1
Head and neck cancer is the 7th most common cancer globally. Symptoms may include a lump in the neck, a sore in the mouth, or a sore throat that doesn’t go away. During Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we want to take some time to spotlight the extraordinary dentists and practitioners who have taken on this little-understood cancer and survived.
Today's guest is Dr. Michael R. Sesemann, a dentist, educator, and Nebraska Institute of Comprehensive Dentistry founder. Michael has been described as "the best dentist you've never heard of". He exudes a passion for his work that helped him through his cancer diagnosis.
Michael served as the President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry between 2009 and 2010, is a member of seven American dental associations, and is currently an Adjunct Faculty Member at the Kois Center.
In 2018, Michael found a lump on his neck. Like many people often do, Michael didn't get it checked out right away, after being told that it was probably just caused by allergies. When he found out that it was cancerous, he began a long and hard journey to recovery.
Resources
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Dr. Michael R. Sesemann on LinkedIn
The Nebraska Institute of Comprehensive Dentistry Website
The Nebraska Institute of Comprehensive Dentistry on LinkedIn
Oral Cancer Resources
Dr. Michael R. Sesemann’s Neck Lymph Node Exam Video
Head & Neck Cancer - Insights from Dr. Mike Milligan
The Oral Cancer Foundation Website
Head and Neck Cancer Alliance Website
The American Cancer Society - Seeking a Second Opinion
CariFree Anticavity Fluoride Tooth Gel
What's In This Episode
- Why Michael loves education.
- How he discovered the lump on his neck.
- Why parents should investigate the Gardasil 9 HPV Vaccine.
- Where Michael found hope in dark times.
