{"id":6,"date":"2020-03-07T15:57:25","date_gmt":"2020-03-07T15:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gentledentistrysparta.com\/blog\/?p=6"},"modified":"2020-03-10T15:59:58","modified_gmt":"2020-03-10T15:59:58","slug":"oral-cancer-awareness-in-sparta-and-why-its-important-to-see-your-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gentledentistrysparta.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/07\/oral-cancer-awareness-in-sparta-and-why-its-important-to-see-your-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dangers of Oral Cancer and Why It\u2019s Best to See Your Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentistrysparta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_118172290__1583244975_23735.jpg\" alt=\"A man holding a white card that has \u201cOral Cancer\u201d written on it\" class=\"wp-image-7\" width=\"288\" height=\"191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentistrysparta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_118172290__1583244975_23735.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.gentledentistrysparta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_118172290__1583244975_23735-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gentledentistrysparta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_118172290__1583244975_23735-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 288px) 100vw, 288px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that in 2018, it was estimated that more\nthan 51,000 individuals would be diagnosed with some form of oral or\noropharyngeal cancer. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, nearly 40% of\nthese people would not live longer than 5 years. No matter if these figures\nsound high or low, it should raise a red flag about the importance of early\ndetection. April is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentistrysparta.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">Oral\nCancer Awareness in Sparta<\/a>, which means your dentist doesn\u2019t want you to\ndismiss your regular dental checkups. Why? Because they include oral cancer\nscreenings. This quick and easy examination makes it possible to check for\nabnormalities and begin treatment right away. Read on to learn more about this\ndeadly disease and how your dentist can serve as your ally in the fight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get the Facts About Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you may not think you will ever be faced with oral\ncancer, the reality is that one person dies from oral or throat cancer every\nhour of every day, 365-days-a-year. In fact, if you consider the more than\n51,000 people who were estimated to have been diagnosed with the disease in\n2018, of those who survive beyond five years, most will live with long-term\nproblems, including facial disfigurement and issues with speaking and eating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, why is the death rate so high? The answer: lack of early\ndetection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oftentimes, if a person disregards or avoids the symptoms\nassociated with oral cancer, this can make it almost impossible to treat. Some\nof these signs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Oral sores that do not go away<\/li><li>Red and white patches in the soft tissues of the\nmouth<\/li><li>Lump in the oral cavity<\/li><li>Sore that appears under a denture and does not\nheal<\/li><li>A painless lump that develops outside of the\nneck<\/li><li>Hoarse voice<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>Earache<\/li><li>Coughing that doesn\u2019t cease<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is at Risk?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Individuals who are most obviously at risk are those who are\nover the age of 50 and smoke and drink excessively, as smoking continues to be\nthe number one cause of oral cancer. However, over the years, the number in\nindividuals with the human papillomavirus (HPV) has rapidly increased,\nresulting in more cases of the disease among those under the age of 50. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HPV is a sexually transmitted disease that most often clears\nup on its own, but for those who contract HPV16, this can lead to cancer\ndeveloping in the tonsils or at the base of the tongue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How a Dentist Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to determining who can ultimately save your\nlife as it pertains to oral cancer, your dentist in Sparta is your best friend.\nNowadays, more and more dental professionals are providing oral cancer\nscreenings during a regular checkup and cleaning. This quick and painless\nprocess requires your dentist to examine your oral cavity in its entirety,\nlooking for abnormalities or anything that might signal the possibility of oral\ncancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should anything be a cause for concern, you will be referred\nto a specialist for proper diagnosis, at which time your dentist will play an\nintegral role in your treatment plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oral cancer is nothing to scoff at nor ignore. If you think\nyou have any of the above-mentioned symptoms or are ready to take charge of\nyour oral and ultimately, overall health, talk to your dentist today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<br><\/strong>Dr. Zelia Cannon has more than 30 years of experience working in the field of dentistry. Coming from a family of orthodontists, it was only natural that she take a similar path. Completing her undergraduate degree at Pitagoras College in Brazil, she went on to attend Rutgers University in New Jersey. From there, she pursued a doctorate at New York University College of Dentistry. She and her team at Gentle Dentistry Sparta want to ensure optimal oral health for all patients, which is why regular dental checkups that include oral cancer screenings are highly encouraged. Not only is it vital for early detection, but it can ultimately save lives. To learn more about this quick and easy exam and how it can help you, contact us by visiting our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gentledentistrysparta.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or calling <strong>(973) 729-9044<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Did you know that in 2018, it was estimated that more than 51,000 individuals would be diagnosed with some form of oral or oropharyngeal cancer. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, nearly 40% of these people would not live longer than 5 years. No matter if these figures sound high or low, it should raise a red flag about the importance of early detection. 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