Are You at Risk of Oral Cancer?

The most common form of head and neck cancer, oral cancer affects about 11 people in every 100,000. It is more common in men than in women, in Caucasians than other races, and in older people than younger people. Oral cancer affects the inside of the mouth, and can spread to other areas of your head and neck. It is potentially very dangerous, and has a 63 percent survival rate five years after diagnosis.

Have you heard of oil pulling? Essentially, it’s the practice of swirling oil around your mouth and then spitting it out. Why do people do this, and is it actually a good idea?

You know that visiting your dentist regularly can help protect against cavities, but did you know that these regular checkups can also help protect you from cancer? During a routine dental visit, your dentist will screen you for signs of oral cancer. This is important, because the earlier cancer is detected, the easier it is to fight. Do you know about the different types of oral cancers?