Oral Cancer

Britt Email April 24

Do You Know These 6 Warning Signs Of Oral Cancer?

We are passionate about our patients visiting our office regularly for routine oral hygiene examinations and cleanings. During these visits, we not only clean the mouth and look for signs of decay and gum disease, but we also check for oral cancer. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, which is dedicated to helping individuals learn and understand more about this common form of cancer and how it can be prevented. Are you more likely to develop oral cancer? Read on to learn more.

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Britt Blog October 23

Do Genetics Affect Your Oral Health?

Much of the state of your oral health is determined by how well you care for your teeth. If you have poor eating habits and don’t clean your teeth properly, you will experience more complications with your oral health. However, many people wonder if genetics play a role in the state of their current and future oral health. The simple answer is yes.

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Are You at Risk for Developing Oral Cancer?

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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Britt Blog 02 2020

Early Detection Is Key

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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