What are the symptoms of oral cancer?

Oral cancer is a dreaded disease. However, oral cancer can be treated properly if diagnosed early. Listed below are the signs of oral cancer.

• Swelling on the inside of the cheek

• Red or white patches on the lips or inside the mouth
• Blister on the lips or inside the mouth
• Sudden voice change
• Sudden misalignment of teeth or dentures
• Bleeding in the mouth
• Unexplained pain in the throat and ears
• Numbness in some parts of the mouth
• Sore throat not borne out of common cold

How can you prevent oral cancer?

Here are some tips to help you prevent oral cancer:

• Visit your dentist if you have a dental problem and get it treated.

• Cut down on smoking.
• Cut down on the usage of tobacco in any other form.
• Cut down on drinking alcohol.
• Visit your dentist every six months for check-ups.

Happy smiling!

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