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Show CAIICER ANSWER JV by Corey W. Grua I Public Info Chairman, ' Uintah Co. Unit Amer. Cancer Soc. v Self-examination for oral cancer yUESTION": "Is there a du-it-yourself examination for oral cancer?" ANSWER: A regular routine of oral hygiene is useful. Inspect your mouth thoroughly once a month. With a mirror and a light, look for changes in color, irritated ir-ritated spots, or a sore that will not heal. If any of these conditions are noticed, a doctor or dentist should be consulted at once. Local American Cancer Society units have free pamphlets pam-phlets entitled "Facts on Oral Cancer," which contain useful information. It is important to remember that regular dental and physical checkups aid in the early detection of oral cancer, which is most successfully treated in its early stages. |