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• Mayo Graduate School of Medicine , Class of 1984 Received a in Oral Surgery

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• The Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Clem Pellett December, 2010 by Dr. Clem Pellett Since 1984, I have served as the owner and Head Oral Surgeon at The Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Bellevue, Washington. In this capacity, I perform a wide variety of dental procedures, including wisdom teeth removal, dental implant placement, and oral pathology services. The practice of oral pathology involves identifying and controlling diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial areas of the body, which include the anatomical regions of the mouth, jaws, neck, face, and skull. While diagnosing these diseases often involves clinical, microscopic, radiographic, and biochemical examinations, the diagnosis procedure should always begin at home. I recommend that all of my patients undertake monthly self-exams, paying particular attention to reddish or whitish patches in the mouth, sores that bleed easily and do not heal, lumps or changes in skin on the inside the mouth, chronic sore throat, and difficulty chewing and swallowing. All of these could be an indication of oral pathology, the most severe of which is oral cancer. Pain does not usually accompany these symptoms, although it can sometimes be an indicator of oral cancer. Individuals can develop oral cancer in two ways. The first occurs through repeated exposure to tobacco and alcohol. The second develops after contracting the HPV-16 virus, which is also responsible for many types of cervical cancer. The good news about oral cancer is that when it is caught in the early stages, there is a survival rate of 80 to 90 percent. Unfortunately, most oral cancers are diagnosed as late-stage cancers, which have much more severe consequences to human health. Therefore, I consider a regular self-examination to be of critical importance, especially for individuals who are high risk, such as cigarette smokers. However, even those without any risk factors may be susceptible to oral cancer by genetic disposition. Always consult a trained specialist immediately after encountering any oral abnormality, such as unusual sores or lumps in the mouth.

• Clem Pellett on the Creighton University School of Dentistry February, 2011 By Clem Pellett After graduating from Montana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology, I enrolled at the Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska, to begin my dental studies. During my time at the School of Dentistry, I participated enthusiastically in student activities and excelled academically. In addition to serving as president of my dental class for two years, I steered the freshman orientation committee, contributed my time to the humanities and curriculum committees, and tutored students in head and neck anatomy. Named Outstanding Senior Student in Oral Surgery, I also placed first in the school’s Student Table Clinic and joined the Alpha Sigma Nu honor society. The excellent dental program at Creighton School of Dentistry allowed me to establish a strong foundation for my future practice as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. The School of Dentistry first opened in 1905, 27 years after the University itself was founded on the behest of the Creightons, a prominent Omaha family. As part of Creighton University, the School of Dentistry maintains an unwavering dedication to academic excellence and the Jesuit tradition of learning. Moreover, in keeping with the Creighton Medical Center’s reputation for quality patient care, the four-year curriculum at the School of Dentistry emphasizes the mastery of clinical skills and the importance of comprehensive dental patient care. As one of the leading dental centers in the area, the Creighton dental clinic receives more than 58,000 patient visits every year. To augment their clinical experiences, students can choose to conduct clinical research under the supervision of expert faculty as well. Creighton University School of Dentistry remains committed to producing qualified and well-trained oral health care providers who believe deeply in the importance of service, compassion, professionalism, and caring for the individual. These same qualities drive my work at The Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery today.

• An Introduction to Montana State University, Bozeman, with Dr. Clem Pellett March, 2011 Dr. Clem Pellett graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Montana State University and participated as a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. He currently resides in Bellevue, Washington, where he owns and manages The Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Founded as a land grant college, Montana State University, Bozeman, has undergone numerous name changes since its inception in 1893. Serving as the main campus of the Montana State University System, MSU Bozeman now supports more than 13,000 students in a diverse selection of more than 120 programs in humanities, the arts, social sciences, and natural sciences. Remaining true to the agricultural and research-based founding, MSU continues to act as a leader in each sector, being recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a dedication to a high level of original research. This positions MSU to receive extensive grant and federal funding for research projects. In 2010, the institution set a new record by completing nearly $110 million of research during the fiscal year. To that end, MSU ranks among the top 10 of the nation’s leading recipients of Goldwater Scholarships, with two students earning the distinction in 2010. Some recent findings to come from the University include the development of a high-performance antenna for use in adverse conditions and the identification of a new enzyme believed to hold value to in the field of alternative fuel and environmental sustainability. Not only does MSU Bozeman boast some of the most advanced facilities available, it is also remotely located in the Montana wilderness, providing ideal opportunities for firsthand investigation. Extracurricular activities abound at MSU, with more than 160 different student organizations currently available. Athletes compete in the Big Sky Conference, which includes other regional schools such as Portland State University, Eastern Washington University, and the University of Montana.

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