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Causes of Oral Cancer and How to Prevent it From Happening to You

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Cancer is a disease which is highly feared by the masses due to its deadly nature. When people think of cancer they imagine the types which are most commonly discussed such as lung cancer, skin cancer, or leukemia. It is unfortunate that no person can be entirely assured that they are safe from the multiplication of abnormal cell growth which is known as cancer. It is very important to lead a healthy lifestyle, as well as routinely perform self examinations, and meet with a medical expert to screen yourself for possible cancer development.

Many people visit a dentist for annual checkups to make sure that their teeth and mouth are in good health, and may recall their dentist mentioning that they did a quick screening for possible oral cancers. Screening for oral cancer is extremely important because it is always good to discover cancer while it is in its early stages to allow those who are diagnosed to begin treatment before the cancer develops further. Unfortunately, many people overlook the fact that there is a possibility of developing an oral cancer, which can be just as deadly as many of the other potential types of cancer.

What causes cancer of the mouth?

There are many things that may cause a person to develop oral cancer. Smoking cigarettes is commonly associated with causing many types of cancer, but is most infamous for being the number one cause of lung cancer in the United States. Many people may not inhale smoke when they use cigarettes or cigars and feel that they are free from any risk of developing cancer. It has become well known in the medical field that tobacco smoke may harm any body tissue that it makes contact with. The use of chewing tobacco and tobacco pouches are greater contributors to the development of oral cancers. Excessive exposure to sunlight may cause cancer of the lips, which are constantly exposed to harmful radiation which is exerted from the sun.

People who have a family history of cancer are at greater risk of developing oral cancer than those who have no cases of cancer in their family history.

What you can do to help avoid oral cancer

It is important to take precautions when you want to avoid the possibility of developing mouth cancer. Abstaining from the use of tobacco products is a simple task one can perform to avoid developing an oral cancer. Alcohol consumption is another cause of oral cancer, and it is important to drink in moderation. It is also a good idea to practice good oral hygiene such as responsibly brushing your teeth, flossing, and using mouth wash. Be sure to use a protective balm on your lips to reduce damage from the suns rays. Always speak to your doctor or dentist if you have any questions regarding how to avoid developing cancer in your mouth.

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Nicole Z

She had always wanted a new smile for graduation. Nicole had worked her whole school life to become a lawyer and she wanted a smile to match her academic accomplishment. She had some size discrepancies and positioning of her teeth. So, after sending in a Smile Virtual consult and looking at her personal video she knew what she wanted to do. We decided to have 10 conservative veneers done to widen her smile and correct the tooth size she was concerned about. Her graduation pictures were beautiful.

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Nicole J

Nicole had braces when she was younger and also had some gum surgery that left some scarring. She sent me a Smile Virtual consult request to see if there was anything possible to correct her smile. I was able to describe what was possible in her personal video. She never thought that what I described was possible. She decided to move ahead after her consultation. We were able to correct the past orthodontic care and gum treatment with a gum lift and 10 veneers. She had a beautiful result for her wedding pictures

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Jenn

She had seen all the other patients we worked with on Instagram. She really liked what she saw, and wanted to know more. She clicked the link in my Bio, submitted a selfie smile, and I sent her a personal video through Smile Virtual. I went through the veneer process and examples of other smiles, and how much things would cost. She liked what she saw and asked to schedule an appointment. We delivered 10 veneers other top teeth and 8 veneers on the bottom.

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Maria

Maria had treatment in another country. This treatment created discolouring, uneven surfaces, and shapes. She wanted her smile whiter and even. Because there was a language barrier, the Smile Virtual Consult created a perfect opportunity to show her what was possible. After looking at her personal video, she decided to have 10 conservative veneers. She finally achieved her perfect smile.

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Nicole P

She had a nice wide smile, but her teeth always looked small. She had tried whitening, but that didn’t achieve the look she wanted. After going through the details of her smile on the Smile Virtual consult, she saw how her gums were creating asymmetries. She decided that she wanted to have 12 veneers with a gum lift. The gum lift helped to create the perfect frame and size for her beautiful new smile.

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Lexi

She was not happy with the shape and position of her teeth. A side tooth was missing, and her bite caused functional issues. With a Smile Virtual consult she was able to hear that I had a deep knowledge base about bite issues and she could see that we could correct old dental work. 9 porcelain veneers and an implant crown were done to transform her smile.
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