Routine checkups with your dentist help more than just your beautiful smile. They’re an important chance for the dentist to check for signs of oral cancer. Mouth cancer can arise from any part of the mouth including the lips, tongue, gums, cheeks, the roof of the mouth, tonsils and the salivary glands. The number of people diagnosed with mouth and throat cancers has been rising over the last several years, which may be linked to lifestyle. Your dentists play a huge role in preventing and treating poor oral health through preventive advice. They can also help you through early identification of mouth cancer and onward referral. Oral cancer is ideal to detect early by screening. It is frequently preceded by an identifiable pre-malignant lesion and the progression from dysplasia occurs for 2-8 years. These are identified only during oral screenings. For all individuals, regular dental examinations are critical to the early detection of oral cancer. Patients with a history of smoking or consumption of alcohol should perform monthly self-examinations of their tongues and oral cavity. If your dentist finds everything normal during the exam, the patient can be requested to return for further screening at regular intervals – especially if the person uses alcohol or tobacco, those increases the risk of oral cancers. Sometimes the dentist refers patients for additional examinations to get to the bottom of certain symptoms. More than just a medical examination, the oral cancer screening is a perfect opportunity for the patient to talk to the dentist about fears and concerns, and to ask for advice about reducing the risk. Dr. Deepak Kamalanathan, one of the leading prosthodontists in Chennai, brings years of experience in advanced dental care to his flourishing practice at Apple Dental. He is well-versed on advanced dental technologies. Services provided by the doctor include Zirconia, DMLS and PFM Crowns, Implant Prosthesis, Full Mouth Oral Rehabilitation, Veneers, BPS Dentures Fixing, Smile Design, Implant Retained Dentures etc. With highly trained dental team and state-of-the-art facilities, he is passionate about bringing high quality dental care to his patients at affordable costs. Want to make an informed decision about your dental treatment? Visit us @Apple Dental for a consultation where our dental experts can provide recommendations based on your medical history and clinical assessment to help you choose the most effective treatment option. Don’t wait any longer to achieve your perfect smile. Let us help you restore your confidence and improve your oral health. From routine check-ups to complex procedures, our team of dental experts at Apple Dental have got you covered.