What to Do for Oral Cancer Awareness Month

This April marks the 23^rd annual Oral Cancer Awareness Month. No matter the time or place, oral cancer is a significant threat that everyone should try to minimize and prevent. For example, the latest studies estimate that 54,000 new cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year alone. Of those, 43% will not survive past the five-year mark.

To better practice oral cancer awareness year-round, here’s a guide explaining its risk factors, its symptoms, and when a dentist should examine you for it.