MARCH 28 2025

Dr. Lee's Tips: Knowing Warning Signs of a Stroke as a Dentist

"As professionals in the health field, we need to keep on top of overall health issues. New meds come to us daily, and we need to be aware of a multitude of side effects. As our population ages older we have to be more vigilant with our health records and health history forms. As a pediatric dentist, I strongly suggest that dentists be aware of overall health issues that can occur at any age and stage for their patients. Today's post is about the mini-stroke and signs that we should be aware of as the patients sit in their chairs and as their stress levels go up. Be aware and keep an eye on every patient who comes through your door. Taking BP and a complete health history are essential. Ask questions and dig a bit deeper. If you are not sure, refer them to their physician. This is a good post to share with your staff. Be healthy and be safe."

"Lee's Tips" is a blog section where Dr. Lee Weinstein recommends online articles from around the internet as well his own personal, professional advice on medical and dental topics that are educational and fun to discuss. These are useful for dental clinic teams to break the ice for morning huddles, lunch breaks, etc.

View the shared article below from GoodRx.

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Check if your patient has any immediate issues with their Face, Arms, or Speech. If they do, it is Time to call the emergency line! (F.A.S.T. is the universal Stroke Awareness Acronym to identify stroke warning signs)

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ABOUT DR. LEE WEINSTEIN

Dr. Lee Weinstein is a well-travelled and experienced Pediatric Dentist, health educator and consultant who was born and raised in Philadelphia, but has moved around Northern New Jersey, New York, and is now based in Arizona.

He is involved in many dental organizations for the betterment of all dentists, including being the founder of Core Smiles Consulting and being an advisory board member of IBCCES, an organization that provides professional autism & neurodiversity training and certification. He served 3 years as State Dental Director for Arizona Medicaid working with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on various projects.

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