Posts Tagged ‘oral cancer’
Gum Disease a Risk Factor for Cancer
The British Dental Health Foundation is urging people to have regular dental check-ups and keep an eye on their oral health following the release of a research study, which links gum disease with an increased risk of head and neck cancer caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). The study revealed that patients who had […]
Widow Urges People to have Check-up after her Husband Dies from Cancer
Linda Ford, a widow from Oldmeldrum in the North East of England, has urged people to attend regular dental check-ups after her husband, George, died from cancer which was first discovered by his dentist. George, who was just 40 when he died, was first diagnosed with cancer after visiting his dentist who spotted warning signs […]
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 […]
Oral Hygiene is Key to Good Health
Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive of the British Dental Health Foundation, has urged the public to take good care of their teeth and gums to boost their general health. Dr Carter said that many people underestimate the importance of oral hygiene, but research has shown that taking good care of your teeth can help to […]
Men More Likely to have Oral Cancer Viral Infection
An American study has revealed that men are more likely to have the HPV (human papilloma virus), which has been identified as a major risk factor for oral cancer. The Journal of the American Medical Association study revealed that of the 5,500 people assessed, around 10 percent of men had HPV, in comparison to just […]
Survey Reveals Most are Unaware of the Causes and Symptoms of Mouth Cancer
A survey has revealed that most people are unaware of the major risk factors and symptoms of oral cancer. The SimplyHealth Annual Dental Health Survey revealed that of the 11,785 adults surveyed, 70 percent were unaware of the symptoms of mouth cancer while only 3 percent knew that kissing could increase your risk of moth […]
Should Dentists Ask about Patients’ Alcohol Consumption?
Dentists writing for the Royal College of Surgeons Dental Journal feel that dentists should also play a role in spotting the signs of excessive alcohol consumption and recommending lifestyle changes for patients who show signs of above average drinking. The dental writing team felt that handing out questionnaires before consultations and then providing a thorough […]
Plymouth Students Join Forces to Raise Awareness of Oral Cancer
Students from the Peninsula Dental School and Stoke Damerel Community College have joined forces to raise awareness of oral cancer. The students worked together to carry out a presentation about how lifestyle factors are linked to oral cancer, a disease that is becoming increasingly prevalent in the UK and affects more younger people than ever […]
Oral Cancer Cases Exceed 6,000 Per Year for the First Time
The number of new cases of oral cancer has topped 6,000 per year. Figures revealed that there were 6,200 new cases of oral cancer diagnosed last year, with two thirds of cases affecting men. Representatives from Cancer Research UK have attributed the increased number of cases to the prevalence of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), […]
Smokers Visit Dentist Less Often, Despite Having Worse Oral Health
A report compiled by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has revealed that smokers visit the dentist less often than non-smokers, despite having worse standards of oral health. The report, which was released on Tuesday, contained data from more than 16,000 adults aged between 18 and 64 and showed that smokers are more […]
