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So what are potential signs and symptoms of oral cancer (mouth cancer) ?
- An oral lesion in high risk locations in your mouth (soft palate, underneath the tongue, on the floor of the mouth)
- Oral lesions with a history of tobacco and/or alcohol use
- a sore on the lip or in the mouth that does not heal
- White or dark red patches in your mouth, on your lips, gums or tongue.
- Lumps or changes in the texture or colour of the tissues of the lips, mouth or throat
- Unusual bleeding, pain or numbness in the mouth
- Difficulty swallowing or chewing; changes in taste or tongue sensation.
- a change in the voice and/or pain in the ear
Oral screening or oral cancer screening
- The North Delta Dental team regularly examines the health of your teeth, gums and surrounding tissues
- Contact us at our North Delta / Surrey dental office at 604-596-9900 for more information on oral cancer screening
Sources:
http://www.cda-adc.ca/en/oral_health/complications/diseases/oral_cancer.asp,
http://www.youroralhealth.ca/oral-health-a-your-body/oral-cancer,