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Oral cancer is quickly becoming one of the most prevalent forms of cancer today, but it doesn’t receive much attention compared to breast and lung cancer, which is a major part of the problem. Because few people realize that oral cancer is a risk, they often don’t get diagnosed until it’s past the early stages, which makes it much more dangerous. We at Sweet Smiles want to stop oral cancer in its tracks by diagnosing it early, and that’s where oral cancer screenings come in.
One of the best things about oral cancer screening is that it’s so quick and easy that we can do it during your regular cleaning appointments at Sweet Smiles. The screening mainly consists of Dr. Candy checking the tissues of your mouth for any irregularities, such as unusual textures or white or red spots. Everyone should be screened for oral cancer regularly, but it’s particularly important for those with risk factors such as smoking, tobacco use, previous history of oral cancer, alcohol use, and age.
Oral cancer screenings have been shown to increase the survival rate to 80% and better, which is why it’s so important to have this simple test done. Call us at (702) 967-1700 or email us to schedule your dental exam, and Dr. Candy will be able to screen you for oral cancer at the same time we are making sure you’re staying cavity-free!
