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Early Detection for Treatment
At Caloosa Dental, we make the most of our advanced technology to carefully monitor your oral health. Our Fort Myers dentists and team strongly advise getting an oral cancer screening at least once a year, as it allows us to detect the disease in its early stages when treatment is easier to handle.
Oral Cancer: A Silent Threat
Oral cancer has the potential to impact different areas of the mouth, including the lips, cheeks, gums, tongue, floor, and roof. This disease, which can be extremely destructive, is primarily caused by two factors.
Smoking and using tobacco
The misuse of alcohol
The human papilloma virus (HPV) can rarely be a cause of oral cancer. Nevertheless, it is essential to undergo regular screenings for oral cancer to improve your chances of surviving this potentially fatal illness. Each year, around 9,000 Americans lose their lives to oral cancer, and even those who survive may experience disfigurement from treatment or the cancer spreading to other parts of the body.
Oral Cancer Symptoms
Oral cancer is often accompanied by various common symptoms, which can include:
Persistent soreness or irritation that does not resolve
Red or white patches of skin within the oral cavity
If you experience any discomfort, sensitivity, or loss of sensation in your mouth or lips
A lump, thickened area, rough patch, scab, or minor erosion
Experiencing challenges with chewing, swallowing, speaking, or moving your tongue or jaw
A shift in the alignment of your teeth when you close your mouth
Regular oral cancer screenings are crucial to detect the disease, as it can be present without any noticeable symptoms or discomfort. Ignoring these screenings may result in unknowingly carrying the disease, allowing cancer cells to multiply and oral tumors to develop. Individuals who have successfully battled oral cancer and entered remission are particularly susceptible to recurrence, especially during the first decade following their initial diagnosis.
