{"id":836,"date":"2016-11-30T14:40:44","date_gmt":"2016-11-30T20:40:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pineypointoms.com\/blog\/?p=836"},"modified":"2026-04-15T16:56:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T21:56:52","slug":"these-are-the-early-warning-signs-of-oral-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pineypointoms.com\/blog\/these-are-the-early-warning-signs-of-oral-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"These Are the Early Warning Signs of Oral Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"\"learn<\/a>Early detection of oral cancer is crucial for successful treatment. Just over half of people diagnosed with the condition survive after five years, according to <\/span>The Oral Cancer Foundation<\/span><\/a>. Receiving regular screenings and keeping an eye out for the early warning signs of oral cancer can help you increase the odds of successfully treating the condition.<\/span>\n\n\n\nBut what are the early warning signs of mouth cancer? And how can you prevent the disease? We\u2019ve provided information about the increasingly common cancer below. <\/span>\n

Risk Factors for and Signs of Oral Cancer<\/span><\/h2>\nCancer of the mouth affects slightly more men than women, and the risk of developing the condition rises for patients over the age of 55. People who smoke or use tobacco are significantly more likely to have oral cancer, especially when tobacco use is combined with heavy alcohol consumption. A family history of cancer is another significant risk factor. <\/span>\n\nYour general dentist will monitor the soft tissues of your mouth for signs of oral cancer, but you should also monitor the health of your own lips, cheeks, gums, tongue, and throat. Notify your doctor if you notice anything suspicious that lasts for more than two weeks. <\/span>\n\nThe early warning signs and symptoms of\u00a0mouth cancer include\u2026<\/span>\n