An estimated 3400 Canadians will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year.  While early detection boosts the survival rate to 80–90%, oral cancer is often undiagnosed until the cancer has progressed too far.

Why Oral Cancer is Often Undetected

Since oral cancer doesn’t always have uncomfortable side effects, detection often only occurs through recognizing symptoms and getting regular dental checkups.

Signs and Symptoms

According to the Canadian Cancer Society, other health conditions can have the same signs and symptoms as oral cancer, so having any of the following symptoms does not necessarily mean a person has cancer.

For peace of mind, if you experience any of the above symptoms, you can have them checked by one of the dentists at the Warden Eglinton Dental Centre.

The Best Offense if a Great Defense

Keep those regular six-month dental cleaning appointments and screenings. Doing so greatly increases the likelihood that any problems will be detected early.

As your trusted oral health partner, all of us at the Warden Eglinton Dental Centre want to keep you and your loved ones as healthy as possible. Let us know if you have any questions about oral cancer or if you experience any of the above symptoms. And share this information with someone you know! Staying informed helps all of us live healthier.

To book a dental appointment or a free consultation, contact our office today at (416) 751-4290 or click here to request a time.  Also, be sure to join the Warden Eglinton Dental Centre on Facebook and Twitter to keep up with things happening in our practice that effect you and your family’s oral health and wellness!

                                                                    - Dr. Jules Litwin

For more information, visit us at http://www.wedental.ca.