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Mouth Cancer

  1. Over 300 cases of cancer of the mouth are diagnosed every year in Ireland.  If found early there is a 80%-90% survival rate.
  2. In Britain the rate of mouth cancer has increased faster than any other cancer in the past 25 years.
  3. 75% of the people diagnosed over the age of 50 are smokers.
  4. Those who smoke and drink have 15 times greater risk of developing oral cancer.
  5. Any sore which does not heal within 2 weeks should be checked by your dentist.
  6. Other symptoms are:  A lump or mass which can be felt inside the mouth or neck, pain or difficulty swallowing, any wart like masses.
  7. Clem carries out an oral cancer screen during your dental health check.  This should be done annually.

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Waterfront Dental Clinic, 13 Fee Court, Abbeycartron, Longford, N39 T4A8
Phone: 043 3341979 Email: info@waterfrontdental.ie

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