{"id":800,"date":"2022-04-24T23:20:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-24T23:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=800"},"modified":"2022-04-29T23:21:20","modified_gmt":"2022-04-29T23:21:20","slug":"dentist-in-mesquite-discusses-oral-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/24\/dentist-in-mesquite-discusses-oral-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Risk Factors for Oral Cancer &amp; How Do You Avoid It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_122463088__1651273555_42770-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_122463088__1651273555_42770-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_122463088__1651273555_42770-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_122463088__1651273555_42770.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You sure have been tired lately, even when it comes to handling simple tasks like brushing your teeth. Since you already had a dentist\u2019s appointment set, maybe it will provide some insight before you call your doctor. What could your dentist find that would be responsible? You know that oral cancer screenings are standard during checkups, but hopefully, that doesn\u2019t lead to any frightful discovery. According to the American Cancer Society, over 51,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year. While that statistic is worrisome, it is important to remember that an early diagnosis and prompt treatment can improve your chances of survival. With that in mind, read on as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/mesquite-dentist.html\">your dentist in Mesquite<\/a> shares the signs, risk factors, and prevention tactics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Signs of Oral Cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With cancer, it is common for symptoms to vary from person to person. However, there are some frequent signs that many patients experience. Therefore, it is important to look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>White or red mouth sores on your gums, tonsils, or the lining of your mouth<\/li><li>Swelling in your neck<\/li><li>A lump in your cheek<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing or chewing<\/li><li>Trouble moving your jaw or tongue<\/li><li>Frequent bad breath<\/li><li>Unintended weight loss<\/li><li>Feeling like something is caught in your throat<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Common Risk Factors for Oral Cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although oral cancer has been a prevalent health issue for decades, extensive research is still underway on what exactly causes it. However, researchers have pinpointed certain behaviors and conditions that put patients at a higher risk of being diagnosed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Using tobacco products<\/li><li>Consuming a large amount of alcohol<\/li><li>Contracting the human papillomavirus (HPV)<\/li><li>Extended sun exposure<\/li><li>Being over the age of 45<\/li><li>Having another type of head or neck cancer<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do You Minimize the Risk of Getting Oral Cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, mouth cancers are recognized as one of the most preventable types. In fact, if it is diagnosed in the early stages, the survival rate is up to 81 percent compared to roughly 45 percent at the five-year mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, it is of the utmost importance to minimize your risk by limiting sun exposure, eating a balanced diet, quitting poor oral habits like using tobacco products, and visiting your dentist twice a year for checkups. Make sure to talk to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">your dentist in Mesquite<\/a> today about scheduling a biannual exam and oral cancer screening!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/about-us.html\">Bear Creek Family Dentistry<\/a>, we can promise you top-tier dental care. Our staff includes an array of general dentists and board-certified pediatric dentists, orthodontists, oral surgeons, and prosthodontists. When you schedule a checkup and cleaning, we will be evaluating the condition of your teeth, gums, and the entire oral cavity. With digital X-rays and intraoral cameras available, our dentists can do a thorough search for oral cancer and other potential issues. You can schedule an appointment on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by calling (972) 331-5300.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You sure have been tired lately, even when it comes to handling simple tasks like brushing your teeth. Since you already had a dentist\u2019s appointment set, maybe it will provide some insight before you call your doctor. What could your dentist find that would be responsible? 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