What is oral cancer?
Oral cancer includes cancers of the lips, throat, tonsils, salivary glands and inside of the mouth. It is important that oral cancer be detected and treated early because, oral cancer can be fatal. If oral cancer is not diagnosed early, it is more likely that surgery, radiation therapy or chemotherapy will be necessary.

What are the symptoms of oral cancer?
Although there are some symptoms that you can watch out for, you may not easily notice the early signs of oral cancer. That is why you should have regular oral cancer screenings in Tucker, Georgia, with Dr. Roderick S. Cooper. In addition to having a screening every six months, contact Bella Dental if you see or feel any of the following symptoms between visits:

– A persistent sore inside the mouth or on the lips
– Loss of feeling in the mouth
– A lump in the cheek
– White or red patches inside of the mouth
– Trouble chewing or swallowing
– Unexplained soreness in the mouth
– The unexplained sensation that something is caught in the throat
– Swelling jaw
– A change in your voice

Please contact our office at 770-921-9000 today to learn more about oral cancer and to schedule your next screening. We are here to aid you and your oral health!

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Which toothpaste brand should I use?
The right toothpaste is the one that you’ll actually utilize. Ultimately, that’s a partiality. However, there are some differentiators between toothpastes. You should always look for the ADA seal of approval on the packaging; this means the ADA has tested the product with the seal on it and that it’s one you can safely trust. There are also toothpastes that fight specific conditions such as gum disease and tooth sensitivity. Find the toothpaste brand that works greatest for you and makes it most likely that you’ll stick to a healthy brushing routine!

How imperative is the brand of toothbrush that I utilize?
The mission of tooth-brushing is to eliminate plaque, bacteria and food remnants from your oral cavity, so the toothbrush which does that best for you should be your pick. Always utilize a soft-bristled toothbrush since they brush the gaps between teeth without harming gums. Additionally, consider using a smaller-headed toothbrush since larger ones may be more difficult to move inside of your mouth.

Do I need an electric toothbrush?
Electric toothbrushes are great choices for many because the motorized brushing functionality can clean teeth extra successfully. Another advantage of electric brushes is that most of them brush to a timer, so you can be sure you’re putting in your complete brushing time! You should consider an electric toothbrush if either of these advantages sounds good to you or if you have limited dexterity.

When perform I need to replace my toothbrush?
You should be replacing your toothbrush or toothbrush head as soon as it shows wear. For most of us, this is about once a season. Periodontal disease is no laughing matter, so don’t forget to throw away your brush when it gets old. Don’t worry, all brushes go to heaven!

If you have any more questions about brushing your teeth, please come see Dr. Roderick S. Cooper and the staff at Bella Dental in Tucker, Georgia. You may call us at 770-921-9000 to schedule your next appointment now.

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