Inner Banks Dental of Washington, NC wants to help people recognize possible symptoms of oral cancer. They have released a list of five things to check for and stress that early detection is key. The full list can be found at: https://innerbanksdental.com/symptoms-oral-cancer.
Our List of Symptoms to Look for to
Help Prevent Oral Cancer
Oral cancer will affect more
than 53,000 Americans this
year. Of those, only about half
will be alive in five years.
That's why regular screenings
are essential; early detection
can lead to a better prognosis
for all types of cancer.
The signs of oral cancer are
somewhat easy to spot, but
they are also things that you
may assume are benign.
The following are a few of
the potential signs of oral
cancer.
If you have one or more of the
symptoms, it means that you
should see your dentist soon,
not necessarily that you have
cancer.
Sores That Do Not Heal - You might get
canker sores or inflamed areas on the
inside of your mouth; these are common
and not a problem. If you have a sore
that does not heal within two weeks,
however, make an appointment with
your dentist.
Difficulty Chewing or Swallowing - If
you feel swelling or feel like
something is caught in your throat,
make an appointment, especially if
the feeling impacts eating or
swallowing for more than a few
days.
Lumps and Bumps - Different types of lumps
and bumps might occur in the mouth that are
no problem. Small blisters on the inside of
your lip, or inflamed taste buds are common
and usually harmless. If you notice a lump
that wasn’t there before, however, it’s best to
get it checked.
Numbness and Tingling - If you notice a
sudden or gradual numbness or tingling
sensation in your mouth, tongue, or
throat, you should have it evaluated by
a dentist or your doctor. In some cases,
numbing is indicative of a more serious
problem.
If you are concerned about
the possibility of developing
oral cancer, call us at 252-
946-2131 to set up a
screening.
Contact Us At:
https://innerbanksden
tal.com
Help Prevent Oral Cancer
Oral cancer will affect more
than 53,000 Americans this
year. Of those, only about half
will be alive in five years.
That's why regular screenings
are essential; early detection
can lead to a better prognosis
for all types of cancer.
The signs of oral cancer are
somewhat easy to spot, but
they are also things that you
may assume are benign.
The following are a few of
the potential signs of oral
cancer.
If you have one or more of the
symptoms, it means that you
should see your dentist soon,
not necessarily that you have
cancer.
Sores That Do Not Heal - You might get
canker sores or inflamed areas on the
inside of your mouth; these are common
and not a problem. If you have a sore
that does not heal within two weeks,
however, make an appointment with
your dentist.
Difficulty Chewing or Swallowing - If
you feel swelling or feel like
something is caught in your throat,
make an appointment, especially if
the feeling impacts eating or
swallowing for more than a few
days.
Lumps and Bumps - Different types of lumps
and bumps might occur in the mouth that are
no problem. Small blisters on the inside of
your lip, or inflamed taste buds are common
and usually harmless. If you notice a lump
that wasn’t there before, however, it’s best to
get it checked.
Numbness and Tingling - If you notice a
sudden or gradual numbness or tingling
sensation in your mouth, tongue, or
throat, you should have it evaluated by
a dentist or your doctor. In some cases,
numbing is indicative of a more serious
problem.
If you are concerned about
the possibility of developing
oral cancer, call us at 252-
946-2131 to set up a
screening.
Contact Us At:
https://innerbanksden
tal.com