Dentist in Lauderhill, FL Brings Awareness to Oral Cancer During the Month of April

    LAUDERHILL, FL, April 21, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- With an estimated 36, 540 people diagnosed with oral cancer in 2010, the Oral Cancer Foundation has made April oral cancer awareness month. Dr. Robert Getz, dentist in Lauderhill, FL, joins dentists from all over the country to bring further awareness to this life-threatening disease.

"Oral cancer screening is a routine part of a dental examination. Regular checkups, including an examination of the entire month, are essential in the early detection of cancerous and pre-cancerous conditions," stated Dr. Robert Getz, Lauderhill, FL dentist. "Even though April is oral cancer awareness month, we continue to provide awareness throughout the year in order to protect our patients from this life-threatening disease."

Dr. Getz, dentist in Lauderhill, is trained to evaluate the health of all the oral tissues and encourages patients to come in for their regular dental checkup and cleaning for an oral cancer screening. Early detection is crucial, as most oral cancers can be removed surgically when they are detected early. Historically, tobacco users are at the top of the list for those who develop oral cancers. However, with the excessive use of alcohol, exposure to the sun and individuals with the human papilloma virus (HPV), more people are at risk for oral cancer today.

In its early stage, oral cancer is typically painless, which is a main reason why Dr. Getz, Lauderhill cosmetic dentist, emphasizes screenings with regular checkups. Oral cancer can be a discolored patch in the mouth, as well as thickened tissues or lumps in or around the mouth.

Annual screenings are crucial in evaluating the tissues of the mouth. If a patient feels something different or notices a change in the appearance of their mouth, it is important to inform Dr. Robert Getz, Lauderhill dental veneer dentist, of this change so that he can properly diagnose and treat the condition.

For more information on oral cancer and to set up an appointment with Dr. Robert Getz, patients can visit the website at http://www.lauderhilldds.com, or contact the office by calling (954) 748-9949.

About Dr. Robert Getz, DDS: Dr. Robert Getz is a solo practitioner who opened his own practice in 1976. For 35 years, his practice maintains focus in cosmetics, implants, and a pain-free experience. He is a graduate of Rutgers University and the University Of Detroit School Of Dentistry. Dr. Getz provides services in dental implants, dental veneers, and zoom whitening, among other services. He has also been a member of the Broward Dental Research Clinic for 35 years, serving as its president in 1990-91.

Media Contact:
Dr. Robert Getz
[email protected]
4962 N. University Dr.
Lauderhill, FL 33351
(954) 748-9949
http://www.lauderhilldds.com/

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