A visit to your dentist for oral cancer screening could save your life. Tobacco users should begin regular screening straight away as they are at higher risk of developing oral cancer.
Key takeaways:
– Oral screening should start at age 18
– Anyone using tobacco products should have regular screening
– See your dentist if you have mouth sores that don’t heal, unusual patches or persistent sore throat.
Oral screening is a simple procedure that can be done by your dentist when they examine your teeth.
“Catching oral cancer early can improve your chances of a successful treatment!”
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