Sun Family Dental Detects Oral Cancer Early by Providing Oral Cancer Screenings to Patients

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Nov. 19, 2015 - PRLog -- Sun Family Dental
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Sun Family Dental Detects Oral Cancer Early by Providing Oral Cancer Screenings to Patients in Chattanooga, TN

Mouth cancer refers to cancer that develops in any of the parts that make up the mouth. It can occur in the lips, gums, tongue, inside the lining of the cheeks, and on the roof or floor of the mouth. Oral cancer appears as a growth or sore in the mouth that does not go away. When cancer is detected and treated early, treatment-related health problems are reduced. This is why, during routine dental exams, Dr. Brad Sundstrom will administer a non-invasive oral screening to patients who qualify and/or desire to receive one.

During your dental visit, Dr. Brad Sundstrom can talk to you about your oral health history and examine your oral cavity for signs of mouth and/or throat cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, smoking, smokeless tobacco, excessive consumption of alcohol, family history of cancer, and excessive sun exposure are all risk factors of oral cancer. If you possess any of these habits, reducing them or cutting them out completely will assist in preventing oral cancer.

As a part of your routine dental exam, Dr. Brad Sundstrom will conduct an oral cancer screening exam. More specifically, he will feel for any lumps or irregular tissue changes in your neck, head, face, or oral cavity. When examining your mouth, he will look for any sores or discolored tissue as well as check for any signs and symptoms as mentioned above.

It is important to remember that just because Dr. Brad Sundstrom recommends an oral cancer screening, does not mean you have oral cancer. It is just a precautionary procedure that is offered to patients during professional cleanings.

To learn more about oral cancer screenings, visit www.sunfamilydentalchattanooga.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Brad Sundstrom at Sun Family Dental in Chattanooga, TN, call 423-894-0650.