Purpose: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) has been identified as a causal agent for
oropharyngeal cancers, suggesting a new role for dental hygienists in HPV-related cancer …

Background Oropharyngeal cancers related to human papillomavirus (HPV) are on the rise.
Dentists may be the next group of providers participating in the prevention of HPV. The aim …

Dental providers, such as dentists and dental hygienists, play an important role in HPV-
related oropharyngeal cancer prevention. Dental professional organizations recommend …

Objectives The incidence of human papillomavirus (HPV) positive oral squamous cell
carcinoma (OSCC) continues to increase over time, challenging healthcare providers to …

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection and causes most
oropharyngeal (eg, throat) and anogenital (eg, anal, cervical) cancers. Research indicates …

Oropharyngeal cancer has become the new face of HPV-related cancers, and this alarming
growth highlights the pivotal role dentists can play in prevention. This study aims to identify …

Background Oral health care professionals are well positioned to contribute to the
prevention of human papillomavirus (HPV)–related oropharyngeal and other HPV-related …

Purpose: Recent increases in oropharyngeal cancer (OPSCC) have been attributed to
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Vaccinations for HPV have been available since …

Successfully educating dental providers and patients about the link between human
papillomavirus (HPV) and oropharyngeal cancer requires coordinated efforts to increase …

Abstract Objectives In Arizona, human papillomavirus (HPV)‐related cancers are declining,
with the exception of oropharyngeal cancer (OPC). HPV‐related OPC is largely caused by …