Our dentists at Dental Associates promise to keep an eye out for any indications of oral cancer during each routine inspection in light of the fact that there will be 54,000 additional instances of oral cancer detected in the United States by 2022. was seamless the dentists To book an oral cancer exam during Oral Cancer Awareness Month in April, there is no better time than now!

What Is Oral Cancer?

Oral cancer is a kind of head and neck cancer that affects one or more of the mouth's components the process was seamless. Tobacco usage, high alcohol intake, and infection with specific strains of human papillomavirus are all risk factors (HPV).

Oral Cancer by the Numbers

* More than 90 percent of oral cancers occur in areas exposed to tobacco.

* Oral cancers are among the four most commonly occurring cancers in men and women in the United States.

* Oral cancer is one of the top 10 causes of death due to cancer worldwide.

* Two men for every woman are diagnosed with oral cancer.

* Every hour someone dies from oral cancer, however, if it is detected and treated early on, survival rates increase.

Signs of Oral Cancer

The overall commonality of all symptoms is they are persistent and not resolving.

* Pain in the mouth

* Facial swelling

* Difficulty moving or opening the mouth

* Any sore or ulceration that does not heal within 14 days

* Pain in any tooth

* A red, white, or black discoloration of the soft tissues of the mouth

* Discomfort with eating or drinking acidic or hot foods

* Any abnormality that bleeds easily when touched

* Loose teeth or other dental problems

* A lump or hard spot in the tissue, usually the border of the tongue

* A painless, firm, fixated lump felt on the outside of the neck, which has been there for at least two weeks

Oral Cancer Treatment

Surgeons, oncologists, dentists, and rehabilitation and restoration experts are all involved in the treatment of oral malignancies overall great experience entering. Surgical removal of the tumor and associated malignant lymph nodes is possible in the early stages. As the severity of your cancer progresses, radiation and/or chemotherapy may be employed. An essential part of treatment is picking meals that are easy on the tongue and throat. This is called nutritional therapy.

Oral Cancer Screening

The interior of your mouth will be examined by your dentist for red or white patches or mouth sores as part of an oral cancer screening exam. Additionally, they will use their hands to examine the tissues in your mouth, throat, and neck for lumps or other abnormalities.. Early detection of oral health issues requires a thorough examination of the mouth, tongue, gums, and throat. Additionally, being aware of the disease's history in your immediate family may enable you to catch it early on. Get it checked out if you have any doubts!

Can You Get a Cavity on Your Front Teeth?

Patients frequently inquire as to whether or not their front teeth are susceptible to cavities. Cavities can form on any tooth surface or in any section of the mouth. Dentin (the center of the tooth) and pulp (the soft center of the tooth) can be penetrated by these bacteria (the nerve of the tooth). Most individuals wash their front teeth more diligently because they can see plaque or food piling up on them, but cavities can develop in these teeth for a variety of reasons.

Why would I get cavities on my front teeth? 

A combination of poor dental hygiene, poor nutrition, and genetic or environmental risk factors can lead to cavities on the front teeth. Diets heavy in sugar and carbs can encourage oral bacteria to produce more acid, resulting in compromised tooth structure and an increased number of cavities. Tooth decay is more likely to occur in patients who don't brush or floss twice a day. Another reason patients may notice cavities appearing seemingly out of nowhere in their mouths is from having a dry mouth. For front teeth, cavities around the gum line and surrounding orthodontic brackets or attachments are particularly susceptible to deterioration.