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New tool helps dentists detect oral cancer | Oral Cancer News by Dr. Syed L. Doctor of Dentistry

Posted Mon 28 Sep 2009 10:03pm After using the device’s ultraviolet light, Rabinowitz was able to pin point the size and growth of the tumor, take a picture of it, and send it to the oral surgeon who would remove Kiser’s tumor. “The surgeon told me that he could actually see better margins and … Go here to see the original: New tool helps dentists detect oral cancer | Oral Read on »

Alcohol and Oral Cancer by Matt M. Patient Expert

Posted Mon 17 Nov 2008 9:11pm Oral cancer is a disease that does not get a lot of press, but it is on the rise. The Cleveland Clinic states that oral cancer is now the sixth most common cancer among men. For years, tobacco was thought to be the primary cause of oral cancer, and the role of alcohol was secondary. This was because many people both smoked and drank Read on »

Your mouth can tell a lot about your health | Oral Cancer News by Dr. Syed L. Doctor of Dentistry

Posted Tue 11 Aug 2009 8:47am Your mouth can tell you a lot about your overall health . More: Your mouth can tell a lot about your health | Oral Cancer News Read on »

Dental Plan Information, Related Topics: Treatment of Oral Cancer by Dr. Syed L. Doctor of Dentistry

Posted Wed 17 Jun 2009 6:13pm The doctor also considers the patient’s age and general health . Oral cancer treatment involves surgery , radiation therapy, or, in many cases, a combination of the two. Some patients receive chemotherapy, treatment with anticancer drugs. The rest is here: Dental Plan Information, Related Topics: Treatment of Oral Cancer Read on »

Press Release on Oral Cancer!!!! by Shay2181 Patient Expert

Posted Fri 12 Mar 2010 9:21am Be Aware, Be Proactive: Protect Against Oral Cancer Delta Dental of Tennessee warns oral cancer strikes victims of any age NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 12, 2010 – The face of oral cancer is changing. In the past, oral cancer was perceived as a disease that attacked tobacco-using men over 40. Today, a growing number of healthy young people who lack Read on »

HPV increasingly causes oral cancer in men by Matthew Z. Patient Expert

Posted Sun 24 Aug 2008 9:46pm The sexually transmitted virus that causes cervical cancer in women is poised to become one of the leading causes of oral cancer in men, according to a new study. read more | digg story Read on »

Oral Cancer Story Featured by Shay2181 Patient Expert

Posted Sun 22 Aug 2010 7:55pm My story was featured in thie month's edition of Dental Assisting Digest. You can read the article here Read on »

Kicking Off Oral Cancer Awarenss Month!! by Shay2181 Patient Expert

Posted Thu 01 Apr 2010 10:10am is true with oral cancer. When found early, oral cancers have an 80 to 90% survival rate. Unfortunately at this time, the majority are found as late stage cancers, and this accounts... neighbors and the next time you're in line at the grocery store, post a message on your facebook status, pass out oral cancer brochures at your local dentist office. Whatever you do Read on »

SPEAK OUT AGAINST ORAL CANCER AWARENESS!!!! by Shay2181 Patient Expert

Posted Wed 03 Feb 2010 3:41pm Pepsi is doing a contest and will be giving out a grant to the Oral Cancer Foundation. YOU CAN HELP BY VOTING EVERYDAY! We have already went from 73rd to 21st in just a few short days! HELP GET ORAL CANCER AWARENESS TO BE #1!!! I am asking everyone to please make a commitment & vote everyday!! THANKS!! http://www.refresheverything.com Read on »

Oral Cancer Can Be Prevented by Elizabeth Leis Patient Expert

Posted Tue 30 Jun 2009 4:52pm Do you have a sore on your lip that does not heal? It could be a sign of oral cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, there are around 29,000 new cases of oral cancer diagnosed every year in the United States. There are an average of 600 new cases expected in Maryland this year. But most oral cancer is preventable. Ninety percent Read on »