{"id":824,"date":"2011-03-23T21:52:14","date_gmt":"2011-03-23T21:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carmelfamilydentistry.com\/?p=824"},"modified":"2018-09-18T15:15:39","modified_gmt":"2018-09-18T19:15:39","slug":"oral-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carmelfamilydentistry.com\/oral-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Oral Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Your dentist has recent good news about progress against cancer. It is now easier than ever to detect oral cancer early, when the opportunity for a cure is great. Only half of all patients diagnosed with oral cancer survive more than five years.<\/p>\n<p>Your dentist has the skills and tools to ensure that early signs of cancer and pre-cancerous conditions are identified. You and your dentist can fight and win the battle against oral cancer. Know the early signs and see your dentist regularly<\/p>\n<h2>What You Should Know About Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Oral Cancer often starts as a tiny, unnoticed white or red spot or sore anywhere in the mouth.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0It can affect any area of the oral cavity including the lips, gum tissue, cheek lining, tongue and the hard or soft palate.<\/li>\n<li>A change in the way the teeth fit together<\/li>\n<li>Oral Cancer most often occurs in those who use tobacco in any form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Oral cancer screening is a routine part of a dental examination. Regular check-ups, including an examination of the entire mouth, are essential in the early detection of cancerous and pre-cancerous conditions. 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