{"id":48,"date":"2017-04-14T19:26:39","date_gmt":"2017-04-14T19:26:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/?p=48"},"modified":"2017-05-24T19:31:18","modified_gmt":"2017-05-24T19:31:18","slug":"dentist-in-san-ramon-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/dentist-in-san-ramon-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in San Ramon Reminds You to Get Your Oral Cancer Screening"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"YourWe may not hear about oral cancer as often as other types of cancer, yet it\u2019s actually responsible for one death every hour. Did you know that roughly 50,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year, and only about half will be alive in the next five years? This is because oral cancer is often not found until it\u2019s in its advanced stages where it\u2019s moved into other areas of the body such as the lymph nodes. Your dentist in San Ramon can help patients achieve a better prognosis with early detection and consistent checkups.<\/p>\n

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Learn the Facts About Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n

Oral cancer<\/a> is the type that develops in your neck and head region, excluding any type having to do with the brain, which is a separate category. Because it often mimics conditions like canker sores, oral cancer can be difficult to detect on your own. Oral cancer also has a high rate of reoccurrence, which means that you\u2019re more likely to develop it again if you\u2019ve had it once.<\/p>\n

Lifestyle choices such as tobacco use or heavy alcohol consumption can also increase your chances of developing oral cancer. Patients who smoke and regularly drink alcohol have a 15% higher risk of developing it. Your team at Oak Ridge Dental<\/a> is happy to help with ideas and support if you\u2019d like to quit smoking.<\/p>\n

How You Can Prevent Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n

Be your own advocate at home and contact Dr. Rashpal Deol right away if you notice any of the following changes to your oral health:<\/p>\n