The Oral Health Improvement team has encouraged people living in Ayrshire and Arran to understand the importance of recognising the signs and symptoms and having regular check-ups at the dentist.
Ewen Thomson, oral and maxillofacial consultant and head and neck surgeon for NHS Ayrshire and Arran, said, “Early diagnosis transforms the chances of beating mouth cancer from 50 per cent to 90 percent. So, it is crucial that people know what to look out for and that they seek advice from a health professional sooner rather than later.
“A mouth ulcer that does not heal within three weeks, red or white patches in the mouth and unusual lumps or swellings in the mouth or head and neck area, can all be potential signs of mouth cancer so it’s important to be aware of any changes occurring inside your mouth.
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