Dentists and allied dental professionals are extremely well placed to raise awareness and notice early signs of head and neck cancers. We have a duty to look after our patients when they come into our care, and this includes imparting knowledge to them and screening soft tissues for oral cancer. It is important to stay vigilant with every patient and ensure our own knowledge is up to date as early detection can save lives.
These 10 ‘top tips’ outline advice on performing cancer checks in a dental practice setting. These tips are holistic and I hope they will encourage change in your practices. If you have any further questions or would like to download or order any resources, please find the link at the end of this article.
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