Are Mouth Sores And Ulcers Problematic To Your Oral Health?

Ackley Dental Group, Emergency Dentistry

Have you ever experienced a mouth sore or ulcer? If so, you know that a sore or ulcer in your mouth can be extremely uncomfortable. Some people may only get mouth sores from time to time, while others are more prone to them and experience this problem regularly. You may be surprised to learn that mouth sores and ulcers can be a warning sign of a problem or complication with your oral health. Mouth sores and ulcers can appear on the cheeks, inside the lips, on the tongue, the gums, and on the floor and roof of the mouth.

November Is Mouth Cancer Awareness Month

Ackley Dental Group, General Dentistry, Patient Education

There are many holidays that we celebrate in the fall. Although it may not be a holiday you were thinking of, November is Mouth Cancer Awareness Month. This is an initiative that was started to make people aware of mouth cancer and the importance of early detection and treatment. Mouth cancer can affect all areas of the mouth, including the lips, cheeks, tongue, and gums. It can lead to serious complications, such as tooth loss, difficulty talking and eating, and facial deformity. One important reason we are so passionate about routine preventive care in our office is because it gives us the opportunity to check for signs of mouth cancer.