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Dr. Jeff Buske and all of us at Granbury Dental Center would like to take this opportunity to talk about oral cancer, the lives that are lost to it, and what it could mean for you and your family. Oral cancer is one of the only cancers that is actually becoming more common, and we want our Granbury patients to know what it is and how to protect themselves.
Oral cancer refers to mouth cancer, tongue cancer, throat cancer, tonsil cancer, and a number of others. This year alone, more than 5,000 people will lose the battle to some form of oral cancer. Dr. Buske are teaming up with the entire healthcare community to beat this disease by teaching people everywhere about how to spot it and maintain low risk.
*This post is not intended to diagnose or treat oral cancer. Its purpose is simply to inform Granbury residents. If you suspect that you or a loved one may have oral cancer, come see Dr. Jeff Buske as soon as possible.*
Oral cancer is a group of diseases that can affect your body in a number of different ways. In order to list all the symptoms and warning signs of each different type, we would need an entire website! So, to keep it convenient, here is a list of the most common ways oral cancer can affect you:
Are You at Risk of Developing Oral Cancer?
As with the symptoms, the common risk factors for oral cancer are numerous, but there is something very important to understand before you start matching up risk factors and begin to panic. Even if most or all of these apply to you, it does not mean that you are doomed to have oral cancer. On the other hand, it is possible to develop oral cancer even if you don’t have any of the risk factors. Dr. Jeff Buske just want you to know which conditions should have you seriously thinking about a consultation at Granbury Dental Center. Here the most common risk factors associated with oral cancer:
How is Oral Cancer Treated?
If you find that the symptoms and risk factors are familiar to you or a loved one, talk to Dr. Jeff Buske as soon as you can. We at Granbury Dental Center will give you a check-up and explore treatment options if cancer is detected. Most importantly, don’t delay! If you catch it early, the survival rate for oral cancer is much higher. Please don’t hesitate to contact Granbury Dental Center with any questions or concerns. We care about your health and we want to keep your mouth safe!
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