Cysts are pathological formations containing a liquid or semi-liquid material and surrounded by a capsule. Cysts usually grow quite slowly. Because of these features, they are not noticed by patients unless they become infected and cause pain, swelling, or put pressure on any nerves and cause numbness. They can cause displacements in the teeth. The treatment of cysts is done by completely removing them together with their capsules. Cysts that reach very large sizes are first reduced and then removed.
Since changes in the mouth area can be easily noticed, oral cancers can be detected in the early stages. Regular examinations of the person help to detect oral cancers early and increase the chance of recovery.
Factors Causing Oral Cancer:
Research shows that many factors contribute to the development of oral cancers. demonstrated its contribution. The most important ones are smoking and alcohol consumption. Apart from these, poor oral hygiene, irritations caused by improper dentures and sharp parts of the teeth, malnutrition, some chronic infections, and combinations of these factors contribute to the development of oral cancers. The risk of oral cancer in smokers is four times higher than in non-smokers. At the same time, in the medical world, it is believed that the heat generated during pipe or cigarette consumption causes lip cancers.
People who are more likely to develop oral cancers are people over the age of forty, those who consume excessive alcohol and cigarettes, and those who chew tobacco.
Do Your Monthly Check-ups
If you are in a high-risk group, you should go for a check-up with a dentist or oral-maxillofacial surgeon annually. Early Diagnosis and Treatment Increases the Chance of Recovery.
EARLY DIAGNOSIS IS VERY IMPORTANT!
When checking yourself for oral cancer, pay attention to the following.
White spots in the oral tissues, leukoplakia
Red spots, erythroplakia
Red and white spots, erythroplakia
Wounds that bleed easily and do not heal
Unusual thickening or swelling in the mouth workshops
Chronic sore throat or hoarseness
Difficulty in chewing and swallowing
A mass or swelling in the neck
If you have any of these symptoms, consult your oral and maxillofacial surgeon. If your oral and maxillofacial surgeon suspects an abnormal condition, he or she may perform a biopsy. Biopsy is performed by taking a piece of suspicious tissue and sending it to the pathology laboratory for microscopic examination. A definitive diagnosis is made after the biopsy. The biopsy report not only helps in diagnosis but also guides the doctor in terms of treatment plan.
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