{"id":205,"date":"2014-09-20T07:48:32","date_gmt":"2014-09-20T07:48:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.emadental.com\/?p=205"},"modified":"2014-09-20T07:48:32","modified_gmt":"2014-09-20T07:48:32","slug":"5-reasons-oral-cancer-screenings-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.emadental.com\/blog\/5-reasons-oral-cancer-screenings-important\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons Why Oral Cancer Screenings are Important"},"content":{"rendered":"

NORTHAMPTON, EAST LONGMEADOW AND SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS \u2014<\/strong><\/p>\n

With Oral Cancer Awareness Month right around the corner, it is important to remember that cavities and gum disease are not the only oral health problems you should be concerned with preventing and monitoring.<\/p>\n

There are two types of oral cancer: oral cavity cancer and oropharyngeal cancer. Oral cancer can affect any part of the oral cavity, including the throat, lips, mouth and tongue.<\/p>\n

The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2013, approximately 36,000 people in the United States will get oral cancer. Of those 36,000 people, the ACS estimates that 6,850 of them will die from oral cancer. (http:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/oralcavityandoropharyngealcancer\/detailedguide\/oral-cavity-and-oropharyngeal-cancer-key-statistics)<\/p>\n

\u201cFortunately, there are several ways that you can try to prevent oral cancer from developing,\u201d said Dr. Vincent Mariano, a Springfield, MA dentist<\/a> who specializes indental implants<\/a> and other Prosthodontic services. \u201cPractices include abstaining from alcohol and tobacco use, avoiding prolonged UV light exposure, and eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables.\u201d
\nThere are several signs of oral cancer that you should look for, especially if it runs in your family, including:<\/p>\n