Oral cancer is defined as the uncontrollable growth of cells that invade and cause damage to surrounding tissue. It affects the lips, tongue, cheeks, sinuses, throat, and/or other parts of the mouth.
Close to 37,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year. The death rate of this cancer is particularly high, not because it is hard to discover or diagnose, but because the cancer is usually discovered late in its development.
That’s why screenings are particularly important.
Your dentist should conduct an oral cancer screening exam as part of a routine comprehensive dental examination, to check for any lumps, irregular tissue changes, sores or discolored tissue.
If it has been a while since you’ve been to the dentist, and you live in the Atlanta, Alpharetta, Roswell or Cumming areas, feel free to email or call Dr. Sarah Roberts at 678–319–0123 for an appointment.
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