What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer

Shelby Township oral cancer screening

Every checkup at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township includes a screening for oral cancer.

Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Oral cancer is about as serious as it gets. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will be diagnosed with it this year.

Consider this sobering news from the Oral Cancer Foundation:

“The death rate for oral cancer is higher than that of cancers which we hear about routinely such as cervical cancer, Hodgkin’s lymphoma, laryngeal cancer, cancer of the testes, and endocrine system cancers such as thyroid, or skin cancer (malignant melanoma).”

The main risk factor for oral cancer is tobacco use. This includes all forms, not just cigarettes. Those who consume excessive amounts of alcohol are also at higher-than-average risk, as are those with HPV (a sexually-transmitted virus).

Early detection can make a difference in treatment outcomes, which is why at Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Shelby Township we understand how important oral cancer screenings can be. People from Washington Township, Macomb, and Lakeside come to us for complete general dentistry services. Call to schedule an appointment with us  today!

Contact Ray McKinley DDS & Brittany McKinley-Holloway DDS — McKinley General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry:

586-685-0880

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):


45665 Village Blvd
Shelby Township, Michigan
48315

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