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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a month that is dedicated to spreading global awareness of this often-overlooked disease. During this time, it’s important that individuals consider their oral health and educate themselves on what oral cancer looks like and the preventative steps they can take to protect both themselves and their loved ones.
To make sure that you catch any signs of oral cancer and other oral diseases early, it’s vital that you schedule a regular oral cancer screening with Dr. Travis Roberts at Adams Dental Group. Learn more about oral cancer and its early signs by reading below:
Oral cancer can be split into more specific types of cancers that occur in the mouth, including the throat, sinuses, palates, cheeks, lips, and tongue.
During Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we take the opportunity to talk about early detection through oral cancer screening can help oral health professionals identify the symptoms and signs of various types of oral cancer. Additionally, people can keep an eye out for the following symptoms and signs of oral cancer:
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS April 24th, 2018
Posted In: Dental Health Tips
The dangers of vaping isn’t publicized often, as the new fad of vaping has swept the nation and although this craze has certainly generated its share of controversy and mixed emotions, it appears that vaping is here to stay. Initially arriving on the public scene, a couple of years ago. Vaping was introduced as a healthier option as opposed to tobacco use; by allowing users to receive a nicotine kick through ingesting smokeless vapor instead of smoking or chewing tobacco. While these various types of vapor-generating electronic cigarettes (sometimes known as e-cigs or vape pens) have quickly become a hit among the general populous. Ongoing debates between both critics and supporters continue to revolve around what health benefits and issues that may be associated with this new trend.
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS April 10th, 2018
Posted In: Periodontal | Gum Disease
Tags: dangers of vaping
On March 20, the world will have a chance to “Say Ahh” together as World Oral Health Day entertains and excites with information as well as educates. Mouths and minds will open on this day as you will see the connection between dental health and wellness. Learn about why you should step up your teeth cleaning efforts, get your tooth replacement procedures done as soon as possible, and how oral health impacts the rest of your body. You’ll learn a lot and have a good bit of fun while doing so.
Dr. Travis A. Roberts, DDS March 27th, 2018
Posted In: Dental Health Tips
