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Preventative Care

Oral Cancer
Screening

Early diagnosis is the key to a longer, healthier life.

Mouth Cancer

Mouth Cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the world and affects parts of the mouth, lips, tongue, cheeks and throat. Whilst most cases are found in men and women above 50, the disease is not restricted by age and can affect anybody. It is twice as common in men than in women, though an increasing number of women are being diagnosed with the disease.

With early diagnosis, a complete cure for Mouth Cancer is often possible in up to 90% of cases, using surgery alone.

— mouthcancer.org

Lifestyle and risk factors

Unlike many other types of cancer, Mouth Cancer statistics are predicted to increase in the future. Many cases are linked to lifestyle choices, such as poor diet, alcohol consumption and smoking or chewing tobacco. Other risk factors include transmission through the human Papillomavirus during oral sex and second-hand smoking.

Prevention through regular check-ups and positive lifestyle choices are important.

What are the signs of
Mouth Cancer?

Since Mouth Cancer can occur in a number of places, Including the lips, cheeks, gums and throat, and can be almost invisible in its nascent stage, it could be easily ignored. Here are three signs you can catch on to through self-examination.

Mouth ulcers usually heal within three weeks, but if they don’t, you must have them looked. ULCER S If you see any red or white patches on your gums, tongue or lining of the mouth, have them examined. PATCHE S Unusual lumps or swelling in the mouth or head and neck area are earlysigns of Mouth Cancer. LUMPS OR SWELLING S

It is important to visit your dentist or doctor if these areas do not heal within three weeks, because the signs can often be spotted by our dental team during a mouth examination. It is recommended to book an appointment for regular screenings and checks for the disease.

How Geans Dental can help

All our dentists and hygienists are well-trained to perform Mouth Cancer screening for you as a part of your routine examinations. Should we find a small lump/ulcer/white patch that you say has been present in and around the mouth or neck area for more than 3 weeks, we may refer you to a hospital. They will be better- equipped to perform the necessary tests and diagnosis.

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