Here at Raynesway Dental, we understand that often people are given conflicting information in the media and may have concerns that are difficult to discuss. Cancer is a worrying subject for most people and unexplained or unexpected mouth sores and pains can cause anxiety for many patients.
In order to combat this, we now offering full mouth cancer screening in Derby at the practice for our patients. Oral cancers are on the rise in the UK and this year it is expected that a further five thousand cases will be diagnosed, making it vital that people have screening where possible.
Unfortunately, oral cancer has a fifty percent mortality rate and, while risk factors such as smoking, drinking and patients age are often quoted, up to twenty-five percent of patients do not fit into these categories. Self detection in oral cancers is difficult as people often dismiss symptoms as, in many cases, they can be mild or absent in the early stages of the disease.
Cancer screening is a simple check-up that is done by a qualified professional that looks for signs of the disease before any symptoms occur. As with all cancers, early diagnosis significantly increases the success rates of treatment, making early detection vital where possible.
If you are experiencing any concerning symptoms, or simply want to ensure your future health, please contact the practice for an appointment. If you would like to receive further information please either contact the practice or email us and someone from the practice will get back to you as soon as possible.
