{"id":135,"date":"2020-04-10T15:47:22","date_gmt":"2020-04-10T15:47:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/?p=135"},"modified":"2020-05-20T15:55:54","modified_gmt":"2020-05-20T15:55:54","slug":"oral-cancer-screenings-are-important-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/2020\/04\/10\/oral-cancer-screenings-are-important-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"More Than Just Teeth: Why Oral Cancer Screenings from Your Dentist Matter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_140248414__1589989742_93234.jpg\" alt=\"Oral cancer screening at dentist\" class=\"wp-image-137\" width=\"326\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_140248414__1589989742_93234.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_140248414__1589989742_93234-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_140248414__1589989742_93234-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 326px) 100vw, 326px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental visits are about more than simply your teeth. Your\noral health has a huge impact on the rest of your body. Poor oral health is\nlinked to other systemic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, not to mention\nthat oral cancer can have a huge impact on your life if it\u2019s not caught. As April\nis Oral Health Month, your Skokie dentist will be breaking down why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/preventive-dentistry.html\">oral cancer\nscreenings<\/a> are an important part of each dental visit. <strong>&lt;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Detecting Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oral cancer can be very hard to see at first. In its earliest stages, there are few signs that are apparent to the naked eye. Oral cancer can grow on any part of your mouth, including your tongue, cheeks, gums, and lips. It can be life-threatening if not diagnosed in time. Dentists are specially trained to look for oral cancers and will be able to determine if something appears to be off. Additionally, some dentists have special tools to help spot signs that would not otherwise be visible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist will perform an oral cancer screening during\nevery exam, so it\u2019s important to visit your dentist regularly to ensure that\nyou stay in good health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is at Risk?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are many factors that determine your risk of developing oral cancer, such as genetics and family history, some everyday behaviors can put you at an increased risk. Some of these risk factors include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Smoking<\/strong>:\nThe link between smoking and cancer has been well-established. As you inhale\nthe smoke, you\u2019re putting your mouth, throat, and lungs are a higher risk of\ndeveloping the disease. <\/li><li><strong>Chewing\nTobacco<\/strong>: Much like cigarettes, the contact that chewing tobacco makes with\nyour mouth can cause cancer of the lips, cheeks, tongue, gums, and throat. It\nis also linked to the development of periodontal disease. <\/li><li><strong>Excessive\nDrinking<\/strong>: The use of alcohol has also been tied to oral cancer. By limiting\nyour alcohol intake, you\u2019re setting yourself up for success. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Left unchecked, oral cancer can be a scary thing. However,\nthrough regular visits to your dentist as well as leading a healthy lifestyle,\nyou are putting yourself in a position to catch it early and keep your health.\nDuring this Oral Health Month, reach out and thank a dentist. <br>\n<br>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/dr-jon-davidson.html\">Dr.\nJon Davidson<\/a> enjoys helping his patients to\nlead healthy lives and have smiles that they can enjoy for decades to come. His\ncomprehensive approach to dentistry focuses on the health of the whole person,\nnot just their teeth. He went to dental school at the University of Detroit\nMercy and has committed himself to continuing his education to provide the very\nbest dentistry he can. If you\u2019d like to learn more about how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaldynamics.net\/contact-us.html\">he and the team<\/a> at\nDental Dynamics focus on your overall health, reach out via email or over the\nphone at 224-601-8075.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental visits are about more than simply your teeth. Your oral health has a huge impact on the rest of your body. Poor oral health is linked to other systemic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, not to mention that oral cancer can have a huge impact on your life if it\u2019s not caught. 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