{"id":176,"date":"2014-05-26T18:43:43","date_gmt":"2014-05-26T18:43:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.pinerundental.com\/?p=176"},"modified":"2014-05-28T18:43:49","modified_gmt":"2014-05-28T18:43:49","slug":"oral-cancer-screening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pinerundental.com\/blog\/oral-cancer-screening\/","title":{"rendered":"The Importance of Oral Cancer Screening: Vital Information from Horsham Dental Elements"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"shutterstock_158422688\"<\/a>According to the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health, approximately 42,440 people are diagnosed with oral cancer<\/b> every year. Of these men and women, 8,390 will succumb to this aggressive disease. At Horsham Dental Elements<\/a> in Philadelphia, PA and Horsham, PA<\/a>, Dr. Gary Henkel<\/a> and his team<\/a> offer comprehensive oral cancer screenings<\/b> as a part of our general and preventive dentistry<\/a> services. With the latest technology and truly compassionate care, we help patients of all ages protect themselves against the complications of oral health diseases, including oral cancer<\/b>.<\/p>\n

Why is Oral Cancer Screening Important?<\/b><\/p>\n

Like all other forms of cancer, oral cancer <\/b>is most successfully treated when diagnosed in its earliest stages. During oral cancer screenings<\/b>, Dr. Henkel<\/b> is able to detect the beginning stages of lesions and other growths that may indicate the presence of cancerous cells.<\/p>\n

Though there is no substitute for a professional cleaning, exam, and oral cancer screening at Horsham Dental Elements<\/b>, there are some signs that you can be aware of at home between visits to our office. Contact us immediately if you notice any of the following:<\/p>\n