{"id":52,"date":"2023-04-02T16:53:51","date_gmt":"2023-04-02T16:53:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/?p=52"},"modified":"2023-05-26T16:56:18","modified_gmt":"2023-05-26T16:56:18","slug":"guide-for-safeguarding-your-smile-from-oral-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/guide-for-safeguarding-your-smile-from-oral-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide for Safeguarding Your Smile from Oral Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-300x199.png\" alt=\"a patient attending their oral cancer screening\" class=\"wp-image-53\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-768x510.png 768w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Oral cancer is <em>very<\/em> serious; studies show that around 54,000 new cases of the disease are diagnosed annually, with almost <em>half<\/em> of those cases having a grim prognosis. But believe it or not, oral cancer is also among the most preventable types of cancer out there, and with a little knowledge and assistance from your dentist, you can easily safeguard your smile from precancerous conditions. In honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month this April, here\u2019s what your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/new-patients.html\">dentist in Queens<\/a> wants you to know about the disease!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Oral Cancer Risk Factors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oral cancer can often be categorized into two groups: cancers of the oral cavity, which affect the lips, teeth, gums, cheeks, front of the tongue, and roof and floor of the mouth, and cancers of the oropharynx, which affect the throat, tonsils, and base of the tongue. A few common risk factors associated with both varieties of these cancers include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Excessive smoking, drinking, and tobacco use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HPV (Human Papillomavirus)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun or radiation exposure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Old age<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weakened immune system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other types of head or neck cancer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chronically poor oral hygiene<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warning Signs to Watch For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oral cancer is rarely obvious; however, there are many warning signs that you should keep an eye out for. Don\u2019t hesitate to contact your dentist if any of the following issues persist for longer than two weeks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Notable swelling in the mouth, throat, or neck<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard lumps and bumps that form around the gums, cheeks, and tongue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red, pink, white, or black sores that don\u2019t heal and bleed easily when touched<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty speaking, biting, chewing, or swallowing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A change in how your teeth fit together when you close your mouth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The feeling that something\u2019s stuck in your throat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Preventing Oral Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though it\u2019s simply not possible to <em>entirely<\/em> prevent oral cancer, there are many things you can do to <em>drastically<\/em> lower your risk of it. The absolute best thing you can do is continue to visit your dentist biannually for checkups and cleanings; these visits include an oral cancer screening that allows your provider to closely examine your mouth for any signs of cancer. Additionally, consider the following tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain excellent oral hygiene; a clean mouth is <em>far<\/em> less likely to encounter issues including cancer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you smoke or use tobacco products, quit the habit entirely\u2014these products are notorious for causing various types of cancer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t sweat the small stuff\u2014even using SPF lip balm or wearing a hat to shade your face can prove useful in preventing oral cancer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The team at LIC Dental Associates at Court Square \/ Queen\u2019s Plaza has proudly served patients and families in Queens, NY for several years. They offer the finest in preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services and would be more than happy to work with you to help you achieve the brightest and whitest smile imaginable. If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019re due for your next checkup, don\u2019t hesitate to contact the practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociatesqueensplaza.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or by phone for further assistance. <strong>Telephone: (718) 280-3286.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Oral cancer is very serious; studies show that around 54,000 new cases of the disease are diagnosed annually, with almost half of those cases having a grim prognosis. 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