{"id":66,"date":"2019-04-16T21:05:48","date_gmt":"2019-04-16T21:05:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brotmandental.com\/blog\/?p=66"},"modified":"2019-09-11T21:40:52","modified_gmt":"2019-09-11T21:40:52","slug":"from-your-dentist-in-jacksonville-april-is-oral-cancer-awareness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brotmandental.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/16\/from-your-dentist-in-jacksonville-april-is-oral-cancer-awareness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"From Your Dentist in Jacksonville: April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>While you may not hear as much about oral cancer as other\ntypes, it is actually responsible for one death every hour in America, 24 hours\nper day. It is also a cancer that has a high rate of reoccurrence, which means\nthat those who survive a first encounter are 20 times more likely to have a\nsecond. What\u2019s even worse yet is that these numbers have not improved over the\nyears, simply because oral cancer is often not diagnosed in its early stages,\nwhich give patients a better prognosis. This is why routine checkups with your\ndentist in Jacksonville every six months are so important. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brotmandental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_205417442__1546643081_15991.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling man in the dental chair. \" class=\"wp-image-67\" width=\"252\" height=\"168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brotmandental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_205417442__1546643081_15991.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.brotmandental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_205417442__1546643081_15991-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.brotmandental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/AdobeStock_205417442__1546643081_15991-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 252px) 100vw, 252px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Defining Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oral cancer is defined as cancers that occur in the head and\nneck region, excluding the brain, which has its own separate category. Oral\ncancer often goes undetected because there are not many noticeable signs or\nsymptoms, or much pain in the beginning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some signs to be aware of are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A white or red patch of tissue inside the mouth<\/li><li>A sore or lesion that doesn\u2019t heal or go away\nwithin 14 days<\/li><li>A lump or mass inside the neck or mouth<\/li><li>Pain when talking, swallowing, or eating<\/li><li>Numbness in the mouth or face<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice any changes with your oral health, it\u2019s\nimportant to contact your dentist right away, as you are your best advocate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Risk Factors for Oral Cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While oral cancer used to occur more in older people, due to\nthe rise of the human papillomavirus (HPV), many younger people are now\ndeveloping it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People who use tobacco products are also at a higher risk of\nhaving oral cancer. Combine tobacco use with alcohol, and now you\u2019re 15 times\nmore likely to develop oral cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There have also been studies showing that diet may\ncontribute to certain cancers. Increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables\nnaturally helps protect against many forms of cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protect Yourself from Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your first line of defense against oral cancer is your\nroutine examination with your dentist every six months. During your\nexamination, your dentist will screen you for oral cancer and they can detect\nit early on, which gives you a better chance of successfully treating it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If it\u2019s time for your next oral cancer screening in Jacksonville,\ndon\u2019t delay calling your dentist today to schedule your appointment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Sol G. Brotman and his team bring high quality dentistry\nto patients in Jacksonville, FL. They proudly serve the communities of Miramar,\nSan Marco, San Jose, Southbank, Pine Forest, Lakewood, Baymeadows and more.\nPatients will find a wide array of dental services to meet their needs\ndelivered in a warm and friendly environment designed to put them at ease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would like to contact our office, Dr. Brotman can be\nreached online or by calling (904) 396-4091.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While you may not hear as much about oral cancer as other types, it is actually responsible for one death every hour in America, 24 hours per day. 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