{"id":2497,"date":"2019-04-20T14:42:12","date_gmt":"2019-04-20T14:42:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/?p=2497"},"modified":"2021-08-17T14:41:34","modified_gmt":"2021-08-17T14:41:34","slug":"your-dentist-in-richardson-says-oral-cancer-screenings-are-vital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/20\/your-dentist-in-richardson-says-oral-cancer-screenings-are-vital\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Richardson Says Oral Cancer Screenings are Vital"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/thumb_up__1528408467_70444.jpg\" alt=\"woman smiling sitting dentist chair\" class=\"wp-image-2500\" width=\"304\" height=\"203\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>April has been designated as National Oral Cancer Awareness\nMonth, and the goal of dentists around the country is to encourage people to\nmake <a href=\"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/contact.html\">preventive\ncare<\/a> a priority. As you read on, learn about the importance of receiving an\noral cancer screening when you visit your dentist in Richardson, and also discover\nsome ways to avoid the disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Primary Contributors to Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancer cells are always developing, but the body\u2019s immune\nsystem, when functioning properly, eliminates them. However, there are certain\nfactors that hinder the natural inhibitors, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Tobacco use<\/li><li>Over-exposure to the sun<\/li><li>Heavy alcohol consumption<\/li><li>A high consumption of sugar<\/li><li>A diet high in processed ingredients<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Early Detection is So Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you engage in any of the above habits or not, it\u2019s\nimperative to visit your dentist for preventive care, which includes an oral\ncancer screening. This is important because with early detection, the five-year\nsurvival rate is up to 75%. However, if the condition is allowed to develop to\nmore aggressive stages, the survival rate falls to around 20%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the common symptoms of the disease: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Red or white patches<\/li><li>Lumps in the oral cavity<\/li><li>Signs of numbness in the mouth or lips<\/li><li>Sores and bumps that have persisted more than a\nfew days<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ways to Prevent Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bacteria have been discovered to be one of the prime\ncontributors to the development of oral cancer. The microorganisms are always\npresent, but they appear in greater abundance when sugar is present. Thus, to\nstop their growth, a viable strategy is to deprive them of the sustenance they\ndesire and to make some improvements in your oral hygiene routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Satisfy a Sweet Craving with Fruits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a tendency to consume items like candy,\ndesserts, juices and sodas that are high in sugar, then an alternative is to\neat fruits. You can even use them to make your own juice, which eliminates the\nharmful additives that are found in most store-bought options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The natural sugars are far less detrimental to your oral\nhealth, while still satisfying your sweet craving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brush and Floss Regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you brush and floss your teeth at least two times a\nday, it helps to remove lingering debris that could contribute to bacteria\ngrowth. Additionally, it leaves you with stronger teeth and healthy gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s projected that nearly 50,000 people will be\ndiagnosed with oral cancer this year, and 20% of those cases will be fatal, you\nhave the ability to take control of your oral health by visiting your dentist\non a regular basis for preventive care. In doing so, you can have the\npeace-of-mind of knowing that you\u2019re protected and healthy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Mike Hamid Mirsepasi has been providing the absolute best in dental care for over 20 years. Throughout his career, he has maintained a commitment to helping each patient maintain excellent oral health by placing an emphasis on preventive care. Dr. Mirsepasi performs oral cancer screenings at HM Dentistry, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. \u000f<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>April has been designated as National Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and the goal of dentists around the country is to encourage people to make preventive care a priority. 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