{"id":104,"date":"2019-04-02T13:31:28","date_gmt":"2019-04-02T13:31:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/?p=104"},"modified":"2019-04-19T13:31:55","modified_gmt":"2019-04-19T13:31:55","slug":"a-dentist-says-oral-cancer-screening-is-one-reason-not-to-skip-a-checkup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/a-dentist-says-oral-cancer-screening-is-one-reason-not-to-skip-a-checkup\/","title":{"rendered":"A Dentist Says Oral Cancer Screening is One Reason Not to Skip a Checkup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_66103422__1555507057_93486.jpg\" alt=\"a woman at the dentist\" class=\"wp-image-105\" width=\"310\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_66103422__1555507057_93486.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_66103422__1555507057_93486-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_66103422__1555507057_93486-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you think dental checkups are nothing more than a\nhygienist performing a quick sweep over your mouth, cleaning your pearly\nwhites, and letting the dentist look everything over before giving a thumbs up,\nyou\u2019re going to the wrong <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dentist<\/a>.\nEach time you visit your dentist office, not only should you receive a thorough\nexamination and cleaning, but you can expect to be screened for oral cancer. Here\nis why that reason alone should keep you from skipping out on your next\nappointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Signs of Oral Cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When melanoma, a type of skin cancer that can manifest\nanywhere melanin cells exist, which include the mouth, heart, or other tissues\nthroughout the body. This is why your dentist can serve as your first line of\ndefense when it comes to early detection of oral cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some signs or symptoms you may notice include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Oral sores that do not heal or continually bleed<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing or chewing<\/li><li>Red and white patches in your mouth<\/li><li>Sore throat<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, not all signs are visible to the average person.\nWhen visiting your dentist for a routine checkup, he will be able to thoroughly\ncheck above and below the gum line, as well as within the smaller crevices of\nyour mouth if any signs of oral cancer exist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Often Should I Be Checked?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oral cancer screenings should occur at least once a year;\nhowever, your dentist will look at your mouth and neck to check for any\nabnormalities or tissue changes during each visit. Using x-rays, digital\nimages, and a visual and tactile exam, your dentist will have a full view of\nthe internal and external structures of your teeth and face. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not only does this type of diagnostic evaluation check\nscreen for oral cancer, but it will also help in diagnosing tooth decay, gum\ndisease, teeth grinding, TMJ dysfunction, and other systemic diseases. If there\nis an area of concern, your dentist will take a biopsy and send it off for\nreview. If it is determined that you do have oral cancer, you can expect your\ndentist to sit down with you and discuss the findings, answer your questions,\nand establish and treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is It Important to Be Screened?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oral cancer is a very serious disease that unfortunately,\ntakes the lives of far too many people each year. Early detection is key when\ndealing with this disease. Far too often, oral cancer is diagnosed in its later\nstages, making it difficult, if not impossible, to treat. However, if it\u2019s\ncaught early, there is a high success rate for treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t take that kind of chance with your life. By visiting\nyour dentist for regular checkups, it could just save your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About the Author <br><\/strong>Dr. Joseph A. Sandberg, DMD, graduated second in his class at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He then went on to complete his General Practice Residency at the Department of Oral Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Sandberg and his team at South Jersey Center for Dental Medicine provide superior dentistry and individualized service to all patients. To learn more, contact us via our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by calling <strong>(856) 596-4333<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you think dental checkups are nothing more than a hygienist performing a quick sweep over your mouth, cleaning your pearly whites, and letting the dentist look everything over before giving a thumbs up, you\u2019re going to the wrong dentist. 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