Cancer has a major impact on society not only in the United States, but in the world at large. This deadly disease is currently highly prevalent, affecting millions of people across the globe. In fact, it is estimated that at least 39.5% of men and women will be diagnosed with some type of cancer at [...]
While many people are quite familiar with most types of cancers, very few people have either heard or know anything about lip cancer. And if you are hearing about this particular disease the first time, you are not alone. Research has proven that while nearly 88% of British citizens have experienced oral cancer, at least [...]
Oral cancers appear as a mere sore or growth inside the mouth. The only difference with non-cancerous sores or growth is that this persists and never goes away. Oral cancer can include cancers of the tongue, cheeks, lips, the floor of the mouth, sinuses, soft and hard palate, and throat, which can turn out to [...]
Oral cancer is the one that originates within your oral cavity. It is one of those cancers which involve your head and the neck. Most of the oral cancers start from cells which line your throat and the mouth. Just like any other form of cancer, oral cancer if left undetected can prove lethal and [...]
Oral cancer as the name indicates is the cancer of the oral cavity. It includes cancer of the tongue, lips, the floor of the mouth, cheeks, sinuses, hard, and soft palate and throat. Oral cancer can be life-threatening if it is not diagnosed and treated at the right time. Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings Early [...]
Frequent dental checkups are one of the most important steps you can take to maintain good oral health. It is essential that everyone understands the increase in risks that can come from skipping dental checkups. In the long run, people end up paying more, in terms of money and peace of mind, if they miss [...]
According to surveys, men are less likely to take care of their physical health. When oral health is neglected, it can cause health problems for the body. One of the most common causes of infrequent dental checkups is just being a man. This means that they are more likely to have bad oral hygiene and [...]
Shelby Township Dentist offers VELScope Oral Cancer Exam - HPS Advanced Dental Care Hi, I'm Heather Pranzarone Stratton at HPS Advanced Dental Care. We're located in Shelby Township, Michigan. Today, I want to talk to you about the VELscope exam. This is our oral cancer exam that we do here at the office. We're running a [...]
Hi. I'm Dr. Heather Pranzarone Stratton at HPS Advanced Dental Care, located in Macomb County, Michigan. I want to talk a little bit today about our VELScope exam that we have here at the office. It's an oral cancer screening exam. We use a special light that looks inside your mouth and detects any abnormal [...]
Oral Cancer Screenings at Shelby Township Dental Office Hi my name is Nicki Goolsby, I'm a registered dental hygienist here at HPS Advanced Dental Care, located in Shelby Township, Michigan. We offer a couple of tests here in our office. We understand the importance of early detection of oral cancer as well as promoting optimal [...]
