Oral Cancer Screening
Where and How to Inspect
THE NEXT DDS
Oral cancer (squamous cell carcinoma) is found in approximately 45,000 patients in the U.S. each year. Unfortunately, it also accounts for 8,000 deaths each year. As is the case with any cancer, early treatment is key to a successful outcome. The best way to detect oral cancer early is to screen patients--especially those with risk factors such as smoking--at every dental visit. Here are the top areas to inspect.