{"id":507,"date":"2019-04-10T01:34:42","date_gmt":"2019-04-10T01:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/blog\/?p=507"},"modified":"2019-04-26T01:37:22","modified_gmt":"2019-04-26T01:37:22","slug":"dentist-in-superior-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/blog\/dentist-in-superior-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Superior Says Protect Yourself from Oral Cancer!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/smiling-man-in-glasses-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"man sitting in dentist chair smiling\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/smiling-man-in-glasses-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/smiling-man-in-glasses-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/smiling-man-in-glasses-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>April has been designated as National Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and dentists around the country are encouraging the general public to make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/general-dentistry.html\">preventive care<\/a> a priority. As you continue reading, learn about the rising incidences of oral cancer and why it\u2019s of the utmost importance to undergo a screening every six months.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>The Growing Problem of Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n<p>This year alone, it\u2019s forecasted that 50,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer, and up to 10,000 of those cases will be fatal. The disease usually originates in the flat cells that cover the mouth, tongue and lips, and its development can be encouraged by the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tobacco use<\/li>\n<li>Over-exposure to the sun<\/li>\n<li>Heavy alcohol consumption<\/li>\n<li>A high consumption of sugar<\/li>\n<li>A diet high in processed ingredients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Along with eliminating these possible contributors, it\u2019s critical to visit your dentist for preventive care, which includes an oral cancer screening.<\/p>\n<h2>How an Oral Cancer Screening Works<\/h2>\n<p>A typical screening will be divided into two parts: a visual assessment and a hands-on examination. Here is how each step is conducted.<\/p>\n<h3>Visual Assessment<\/h3>\n<p>When you\u2019re reclined in the dentist\u2019s chair, the professional will have a \u201cbird\u2019s-eye-view.\u201d Thus, he or she can visually assess your face, neck, lips, inner nose and oral cavity for such indicators as asymmetrical formations, bumps, red or white spots and ulcerations.<\/p>\n<h3>Hands-on Examination<\/h3>\n<p>Then, your dentist will use tactile measures to probe your head and cheeks, jaw, chin and oral cavity for signs of any abnormal growths. If any of these symptoms are discovered, the professional may collect a blood sample so that further tests can be conducted.<\/p>\n<h2>Better Odds with Early Detection<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to defeating any form of cancer, it\u2019s always better to catch it early than it is to wait to have it diagnosed and treated later on. Statistics show that when a more proactive stance is taken, the five-year survival rate is 75%, but when the cancerous cells have more time to grow, that number drops to only 20%.<\/p>\n<p>The data doesn\u2019t lie; it\u2019s just better to take preventive measures. Then, you can rest assured that your oral and overall health are better protected.<\/p>\n<p>While you\u2019re now better informed about the importance of visiting your local dentist semi-annually for a cleaning, check-up and an oral cancer screening, the knowledge you\u2019ve acquired is only as effective as the action you take. So celebrate National Oral Cancer Awareness Month by reaching out to your dentist to schedule a visit today!<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A graduate of Marquette University School of Dentistry, Dr. Doug Clark has been providing high-quality dental care for over 30 years. A life-long learner, he has received advanced postgraduate training from the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, and he regularly attends conferences and lectures that help to further expand his knowledge. Dr. Clark provides preventive care, and he conducts oral cancer screenings at Hill Avenue Dental. He can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>April has been designated as National Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and dentists around the country are encouraging the general public to make preventive care a priority. 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