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What to Expect During an Oral Cancer Screening

Oral cancer screenings play an important role in maintaining good health, especially for adults. At Lancaster & Britt – Exceptional Dentistry of the Golden Isles, Dr. Robert Lancaster and Dr. Angela Britt use their combined experience and qualifications to make these screenings simple and stress-free for patients in Brunswick, Georgia. Our team is well-equipped to provide high-quality […]

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Screenings Save Smiles: Stop Oral Cancer in Its Tracks

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Oral cancer screenings are a crucial part of your regular dental exams, and they’re vital for all adults today. These screenings can detect the earliest signs of disease long before you experience symptoms or complications. Our highly skilled dentists are committed to keeping your oral health in great shape at Exceptional Dentistry of the Golden

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Are You at Risk for Developing Oral Cancer?

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When was the last time you visited our office for a hygiene examination and cleaning? If it has been longer than six months, we recommend scheduling an appointment sooner rather than later. Besides cleaning and inspecting your teeth for decay, we also inspect for other conditions that can affect not only your oral health, but your overall health as well. One condition we look for is oral cancer.

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The Most Common Dental Issue

Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Articles, Education, Lancaster & Britt, Oral Cancer

Our teeth work hard for us every single day — from chewing our food, to helping us speak properly and of course, giving us a nice smile. It’s no wonder that they might get worn down or broken and need some TLC. Do you know what the most common dental issues are?
Read more to find out.

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Early Detection Is Key

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According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, close to 53,000 Americans were diagnosed with oral cancer in 2019, and only about half of these individuals will still be alive in 5 years. The high death rate of this type of cancer is a result of late stage diagnoses. At Dentistry by Angela Britt we make it a priority to screen for oral cancer during your routine dental exam because early detection is the best way to prevent it from developing and spreading.

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A Very Real Danger

Dental Articles, Education, Gum Therapy, Lancaster & Britt, Oral Cancer, Services

When I remind you that you need to come in for an examination every six months, you may think, ‘Six months, eight months … what’s the difference?’ The truth is, two months could make a difference when it comes to your health. I’m not just talking about tooth decay or gum disease, either. There is

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Oral Cancer screening is very important, here is why

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Did you know: One person every hour of every day dies of Oral Cancer in America Oral cancer has become a leader in cancer among men Oral cancer has increased in young adults Tobacco users are at higher risk Exposure to the HPV virus increases your risk Most people are not aware of potential risks;

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Speak Up for Your Mouth

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The American Cancer Society’s most recent estimates for oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers in the United States for 2013: About 36,000 people will get oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancer. An estimated 6,850 people will die of these cancers. These cancers are more than twice as common in men as in women. Oral cavity and oropharyngeal

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