Posts Tagged ‘mouth cancer symptoms’
How a Regular Dental Check-Up Could Save Your Life
Most of the time we go to the dentist to check our teeth are in good condition or sort out a troublesome toothache, but a trip to the dentist could provide you with so much more than a sparkling smile and healthy gums. With regards to spotting early signs of oral cancer, a routine dental […]
Kissing could be the Cause of Increased Mouth Cancer Prevalence
Most people think of romantic images and sharing special moments with loved ones when they think of kissing, but research has revealed that kissing could actually be the cause of an increased number of mouth cancer cases. Many people are aware that drinking and smoking are risk factors for oral cancer, but awareness of the […]
Brechin Father Urges People to get Checked out during Mouth Cancer Action Month
A Brechin father has urged people to get involved in Mouth Cancer Action Month and get checked out after being diagnosed with the disease. Harry Angus, a 37-year-old painter and part-time fire fighter visited his dentist to get an ulcer checked out and was then found to have a cancerous lump. A short time after […]
Watford Practice Offers Free Mouth Cancer Screening
A Watford dental practice is offering free oral cancer screening, as part of Mouth Cancer Action Month. Senova Dental Studio on Beechen Road is providing free screening checks throughout November and everyone is invited to make the most of the opportunity, with appointments available for people who are not registered with the practice, as well […]
Experts Alarmed at Lack of Mouth Cancer Awareness
Health and dental experts are alarmed at the lack of public awareness of mouth cancer, a disease that is becoming increasingly common. Chief executive of the British Dental Health Foundation, Dr Nigel Carter, said that the lack of awareness was “truly shocking”, especially as the number of cases has doubled over the last decade. Dr […]
