‘If In Doubt, Get Checked Out’November sees the launch of Mouth Cancer Action month.
Absolute Dental is helping to raise awareness of Mouth Cancer Action Month in Kingsbridge by organising an event for the campaign. We are opening our doors to the general public to have a Mouth Cancer screening free of charge on Wednesday 24th November, an appointment will be necessary so call now to book your place to avoid disappointment.
Andy Ballantyne from Heart Radio came to Absolute Dental last week to interview Rhodri John, Principal Dentist on the importance of regular screening for this disease which affects over 5,000 people in the UK annually and kills almost 2,000 people each year - one death every 5 hours. Listen out for the broadcasts and visit the link http://www.heart.co.uk/southhams/local/news/truth-mouth-cancer/
Professional check-ups and regular self-examinations are the best route to early detection of mouth cancer. Early diagnosis saves lives, improving survival chances from just half of cases to more than 90%.
Early warning signs include ulcers which do not heal within three weeks, red and white patches in the mouth and unusual changes in the mouth.
Early warning signs include ulcers which do not heal within three weeks, red and white patches in the mouth and unusual changes in the mouth.
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