Oral Cancer Screening

Did you know that as part of your routine dental appointments we carry out an oral cancer screening?

Our dental team are trained in spotting the signs of early oral cancerous legions as well as giving preventative advice on how to reduce your risk of oral cancer.
In the UK, more than 7,800 people were diagnosed with mouth cancer last year and globally there are in excess of 300,000 new cases every year.
The number of people being diagnosed with mouth cancer has grown by around a third in the last decade and remains one of very few cancers which are predicted to increase further in the coming years.
Although there are risk factors heavily linked to the disease, mouth cancer can affect anyone – that’s why it’s so important that we all know what to look out for.

• Don’t leave a mouth ulcer unattended for more than three weeks.
• Don’t ignore any unusual lumps or swellings or red and white patches in your mouth.
• Early detection could save your life. If you notice any changes in your mouth speak to a dentist or doctor immediately.