{"id":1171,"date":"2018-01-16T03:35:17","date_gmt":"2018-01-16T03:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dentalassociatesofdelaware.com\/?page_id=1171"},"modified":"2024-03-26T09:05:00","modified_gmt":"2024-03-26T14:05:00","slug":"oral-cancer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dentalassociatesofdelaware.com\/treatment-info\/dental-problems\/oral-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Oral Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Oral cancer is a common cancer which has a high mortality rate if it is not caught in the early stages. Early detection is key<\/strong>, so regular dental visits are very important. It affects all parts of the mouth, tongue and lips.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The following are signs of oral cancer<\/strong>. Make an appointment\u00a0immediately with\u00a0our Brandywine Office<\/a>, Hockessin Office<\/a>, Middletown Office<\/a>, Wilmington Office<\/a>, or Millsboro Office<\/a> for a thorough examination if you suspect a problem:[\/vc_column_text] Our team at Dental Associates of Delaware is the first line of defense because regular dental visits are an\u00a0opportunity to thoroughly examine your mouth<\/strong>. Not only are regular dental visits part of the good oral hygiene that reduces the risk of oral cancers, but dentists are often the ones who detect oral cancers first.\u00a0Ask your dentist in our Brandywine Office<\/a>, Hockessin Office<\/a>, Middletown Office<\/a>, Wilmington Office<\/a>, or Millsboro Office<\/a> to discuss oral cancer screening with you at your next visit.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Tobacco use is, by far, the\u00a0biggest cause of oral cancers<\/strong>. All the following may help reduce your likelihood of oral cancers:[\/vc_column_text]What are the signs of oral cancer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How can Dental Associates of Delaware help?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
What can I do to reduce the risk of oral cancer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n