Throughout the month of November, the Mouth Cancer Foundation and the Oral Health Foundation work hard to raise awareness of oral cancer and you can find out more about how to get involved here: https://www.mouthcancerfoundation.org/mouth-cancer-action-month/

Over 8300 new cases of mouth cancer are diagnosed in the UK every year. Mouth cancer affects 650 000 people worldwide per year and over 2700 lives are lost every year. Incidence has risen by 49% over the past 10 years whilst 5-year survival rates have hardly improved in the last few decades due to late detection. 

This is why not just in November but every single day, it is important to be mouth aware by looking for red or white patches, long-lasting mouth ulcers or unusual lumps and swellings in the mouth, lips, head and neck. If you notice anything unusual, it is important that you flag this with your dentist.

Having regular dental check-ups and hygiene appointments also allows your dentist to detect any early signs of cancer so it’s important to book and attend these routine dental appointments.

To book an appointment and make sure everything is fine, simply give Lisa Bonello, our Patient Care Co-Ordinator, a call on:

☎ 01344 300 417 or 07765 333 768

? or email Lisa at pc@crownwooddental.co.uk