ORAL CANCER SCREENING
Nearly 50,000 people in the US are diagnosed with oral cancer every year. Lack of awareness means the majority of these cases are diagnosed too late. If diagnosed early, however, the survival rate is roughly 90%. It is critical that a diagnosis is made before any symptoms arise, as the survival rate drops very rapidly once symptoms are visible.
Dr. Garanzuay has always been a big proponent of early and thorough screenings for all potential illnesses. A thorough, systematic oral cancer screening takes just a few minutes, and can be done during your routine check-up. Regular screenings should begin at a young age, especially for individuals who are smokers, as they are more susceptible to oral disease.
Dr. Garanzuay has always been a big proponent of early and thorough screenings for all potential illnesses. A thorough, systematic oral cancer screening takes just a few minutes, and can be done during your routine check-up. Regular screenings should begin at a young age, especially for individuals who are smokers, as they are more susceptible to oral disease.