Dr. Arun Narang, D.D.SOral Cancer Screening Finding things Earlier is BetterOral Cancers are diseases where malignant (cancer) cellsform in the mouth and the throat. In general, these areasinclude, the tongue, the gums, the lining of the inside of the regular screening methods. VELscope emits a harmless brightcheeks, under the tongue, the roof of the mouth, the throat, the blue light which is used to inspect the mouth and tongue tissuestonsils. These areas are generally hard to self detecgoing for regular health & dental check ups is importantOral cancer screening aids may be used, at Dr Narang &Associates, we use the VELscope as an adjunctive device witht, thereforefor abnormal changes.Early discovery matters and statistics show this. WhenAccording to the Canadian Dental Association (CDA)people over the age of 45 are most at risk. Some other riskfactors may be consumption of tobacco products, heavy alcoholconsumption, HPV exposure, prolonged repeated exposureof lips to the sun, poor diet, genetics, history of leukoplakia(whitish lines or patches that can be precancerous), genderit is always a good practice to have it checked.(men more than women)oral cancer is discovered in the early stages the 5-year survivalrate for oral cancer patients is about 83%, whereas with cancersing discovered in later stages, the 5-year survival rate drops toalmost 50%. Not all suspicious lesions leads to cancer, however,Taking preventative measures such as undergoing an oralcancer screening is the best way to monitor your oral health. ItA dental exam and cancer screening is your first line ofdefence. In a comprehensive dental exam you will be asked is apainless, simple procedure that takes minutes. Accordingquestions about any changes in health-over all body or oral the CDA, just as a yearly physical is essential so is a yearlyhealth, if you have had trouble swallowing, or have chronichoarseness. Afterwards your face, neck, lips and mouth, will be be involved in their own oral health. If you notice anythinginspected for any abnormalities and suspicious lesions. Yourdental team will do this by looking and feeling (palpation) allof the areas in the mouth and throat, both inside and outsidethe mouth. If a suspicious lesion is found then a biopsy can beperformed by an oral surgeon and the sample will be sent to beIf you have any concerns or questions call us at Dr Arun Narangtested for cancerous cellsdental check up. We also believe in educating our patients tosuspicious that is not going away within two weeks, get itchecked out, and be sure your dental health care providers aredoing screenings at your regular check ups &cleanings& Associates, we would be happy to help.Dr Arun Narang & Associates Smile by Design3038 Hurontario St. #4 Mississauga, L5B 3B9·905.897.1166www.smilebydesign.comA dental experience thatwill make you smile
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