There are a lot of things to celebrate in April but one of those details that may not yet exist on your radar? The fact that April is also Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Though it’s not your favorite topic (as it isn’t anyone’s, really), it’s very important. We remind you that when you practice dental care through a lens of awareness it actually helps you rely on preventive care in a way that offers the most protection! So, today, walk through just a handful of things that our Conroe, TX team really hopes you will remember!

Visit Us!

Don’t forget that the preventive care visits we suggest for you, which come in the form of a twice-a-year dental checkup and cleaning, are so exceptionally important. First, they help you avoid (or quickly address) hygiene-related problems like decay and infection. Next, they assist you with detected and immediately treating functional problems like TMJ disorder, so you can stop damage before it occurs. Then, of course, there’s the fact that every checkup includes and oral cancer screening, so you’re not overlooking this extremely dangerous oral disease. Instead, you’re aware of your oral health at all times, aware of changes, and if ever necessary, you can receive immediate treatment.

Report To Us When You Experience Changes!

You may feel silly contacting our team when you feel like your smile just seems different. Maybe your tongue just feels strange but you cannot explain why. Maybe you experience some difficulty or pain when you swallow. Maybe there’s a bump or lump that you are fairly certain is shrinking but you cannot be sure. Whatever it is, don’t ignore it and just hope that it goes away. Instead, report to us! If it’s a symptom of oral cancer and you need treatment, whether you call us or stay home, it will still be oral cancer. Telling us about it right away greatly increases your chances of quick and effective treatment. However, as we always remind you, chances are also good it’s nothing at all.

It Can Happen To Anyone

Of course, there are some risk factors that make you more likely to deal with oral cancer. If you can steer clear of those avoidable risk factors, you should! Don’t use tobacco, avoid excessive alcohol intake, and take care of yourself!

Protect Yourself From Oral Cancer

Keep up with the dental checkups we suggest for you not only to keep your smile safe from hygiene-related illness and functional disorders but also, so we may provide you with consistent oral cancer screenings! Come in for a visit in Conroe, TX by scheduling a visit with the Dental Centre of Conroe by calling (936) 441-4600. We serve patients from Conroe and the neighboring communities.