Cancer is one of those diseases that strikes fear into many of us. Because of that, we will sometimes get questions about oral cancer during normal examinations, which often include an oral cancer screening. Oral cancer, like many other types of cancer, is best treated when it’s found early. We can cut down on the …
One of the best things that you can do for your health is to be in tune with your body. By understanding what is normal and what is abnormal, you will be able to detect things such as early signs of oral cancer or any other abnormalities. Caused primarily by tobacco use, oral cancer can …
When it comes down to it, nothing is quite as scary as hearing that either you or a loved one are suffering from the “C word.” Cancer affects millions of people’s lives each year and can suddenly take your everyday life and turn it into something a bit more terrifying and temporary. If you either …
Oral cancer is a cancer that if left untreated, can be extremely deadly. With over 45,000 people being diagnosed with oral cancer a year, this form of cancer can not only turn your life upside down but it may have you reconsider some of your daily habits as well. Not familiar with oral cancer? Read …
Cancer can strike anyone at anytime, even oral cancer. However, if you are a male over the age of 55, you are twice as likely to develop oral cancer as a female of the same age. As with any disease, there are certain risk factors we’ve outlined for you here that may increase your likelihood …
Tumors can develop almost anywhere in your body, and your mouth is no exception. And when they’re cancerous, it’s a huge problem. Although there are many things that could be a factor in the development of oral cancer, smoking or chewing tobacco is often a major factor. Here’s what you need to know about the …
Oral cancer is among the least of the things we would want to experience, yet anyone can be at risk of having the disease. It is an unusual growth of cysts, tumors, or soreness in the mouth that just does not disappear. This medical condition can be life-threatening especially if undiagnosed or not properly treated during …
According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, oral cancer roughly kills 1 person every hour, with approximately 600,000 newly-diagnosed cases each year. Here at Fort Lauderdale oral surgery practice, we recommend that those at high risk for oral cancer, namely smokers, drinkers, users of chewing tobacco perform a self evaluation monthly. When detected in the early …
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