Many are unaware of the warning signs of mouth cancer with the Oral Health Foundation sharing the symptoms to look out for as cases reach an all time high.
Mouth cancer deaths are higher than ever as a "devastating consequence" of NHS dental care shortages, a charity has warned.
Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive of the Oral Health Foundation, said: “The lack of accessible NHS dental care is not just a matter of toothaches and cavities; it’s a silent catalyst for tragedy. The mouth cancer warning comes as just 12 percent of the population are able to identify early warning sigs of the disease, according to research carried out by the Oral Health Foundation. The charity is working to raise awareness and highlight the warning signs of the disease.
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Visiting the dentist is not only important for your teeth and gums, with appointments also allowing the professionals to check for signs of cancer
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