Oral Cancer Screening

 

What is Oral Cancer

Mouth cancer, or oral cancer, is a cancer affecting any of the surfaces inside the mouth. It can develop on the lining of the mouth, tongue, gums, lips or throat.

Oral Cancer Kills People.

Over 1900 people die every year in the UK.

But if caught early the chances of complete cure are good. DON’T IGNORE IT.

Common Cause of Oral Cancer

Most case are linked with smoking or alcohol. Heavy drinking and smoking significantly increase your risk of developing mouth cancer.

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), a major cause of cervical cancer, has been linked in recent reports as a cause.

What to look out for.

  • a painless ulcer that does not heal normally
  • white or red patches in the mouth

If these do not heal within three weeks get them checked.

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If you are a current patient at Rosehill or not we are happy to look at you if you are concerned that you may have any of the signs of oral cancer.

Please contact us quickly letting us know of your concerns.