Oral Cancer is one of the most fatal forms of cancer. The overall incidence in Canada is approximately 12 per 100,000 per year in men, and 5 per 100,000 in women. Approximately 1,100 Canadians die each year, of which it is estimated 70% could survive, if this form of cancer were detected early. Early diagnosis of oral cancer through screening and early detection is critical for improved survival. Because this form of cancer is largely asymptomatic until the later stages of the disease, it can grow unchecked and untreated for an extended period of time. Like various other cancers, this cancer if detected, diagnosed and treated in time can be cured. Timely detection is crucial because delays could result in the deadly disease spreading to the neck, throat, face and surrounding tissues. People of all age groups especially those above forty, are at a risk of this form of cancer. The tongue is the most common place for such cancers to occur, but it has also been found to occur in the cheek, lips, gums and other areas of the mouth.
DENTAL CLINIC BRAMPTON
DENTISTRY ON DUSK (Chinguacousy Rd. / Dusk Dr.)55 Dusk Drive, Unit #2
Brampton ON
L6Y 5Z6
Clinic Hours:
Monday-Friday : 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday : 8:30 AM-2:30 PM
Sunday : Closed