Oral Cancer Screenings Save Lives – Learn How From Dr. Philip A. Lisk

Each year, over 40,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer. While smoking and tobacco use is by far the biggest cause for this often fatal disease, there are other things that can put you at risk. Hormonal changes, the aging process, and being exposed to certain viruses can also contribute to the development of cancers of the mouth and throat. Because these diseases are increasingly more common, but are highly treatable in the early stages, Dr. Philip A. Lisk recommends having an oral cancer screening done at every checkup to ensure that your dental health is safe. Read more on how these simple exams can help save lives.

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