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Dental exam in Fresh MeadowsIt is very important that you have a dental exam on a periodic basis for many different reasons. During an oral exam your teeth and gums will be examined to make sure they are in good health and that no problems are developing. However, one of the most important things that will occur during a dental exam in Fresh Meadows is that you will have an oral cancer screening by our dentist.
Our expert and highly trained dentist is Dr. Stuart Shaffren. Dr. Shafran has been providing exemplary dental care to our neighbors in our Bayside community, and surrounding areas, for over 35 years. Our dentist is known for his gentle and friendly demeanor and for his expert dental skills and knowledge. As part of your dental exam in Fresh Meadows our dentist will screen your mouth for any signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer occurs most often in people over the age of 40, and is known to affect twice as many men as women. Most cases of oral cancer are linked to cigarette smoking and heavy alcohol use. HPV infection has also been linked to some types of oral cancers. Cancer of the lip has also been caused by excessive sun exposure. In order to help reduce your odds of developing oral cancer you will want to eat a diet that is high in fruits and vegetables. During our dental exam in Fresh Meadows your mouth will be thoroughly screened for any signs of this disease.
Some signs of oral cancer are the following symptoms that may last for more than two weeks: a sore or lump in your mouth, on your lip, or in your throat; a white or red patch in your mouth; a feeling that something is caught in your throat; difficulty chewing or swallowing; numbness in your tongue; swelling of your jaw; or pain in one ear that does not cause any type of hearing loss. As part of your dental exam in Fresh Meadows, your face, neck, lips, and entire mouth will be checked for any signs of oral cancer. As with other types of cancer, the sooner it is diagnosed and treated, the better your chances are of a complete recovery. For appointment to meet with our dentist for a dental exam in Fresh Meadows, or for a wide variety of dental services, contact us at our practice, Stuart Shaffren, DDS, today.
By Stuart C. Shaffren, DDS
July 1, 2016
