{"id":184,"date":"2019-05-08T14:46:15","date_gmt":"2019-05-08T14:46:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/blog\/?p=184"},"modified":"2019-06-03T14:46:33","modified_gmt":"2019-06-03T14:46:33","slug":"finding-and-curing-salivary-gland-cancer-in-alamo-ranch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/blog\/finding-and-curing-salivary-gland-cancer-in-alamo-ranch\/","title":{"rendered":"Finding and Curing Salivary Gland Cancer in Alamo Ranch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_141987000__1559572990_43537-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman smiling light\" class=\"wp-image-185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_141987000__1559572990_43537-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_141987000__1559572990_43537-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_141987000__1559572990_43537.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you know that your dentist can help detect cancer? In\nfact, in many cases, your dentist is the first line of defense against oral\ncancers, including that found in the salivary glands. This type, although not extremely\ncommon, can happen to patients of any age, but especially those older than 65.\nIt is important to undergo a screening for salivary gland cancer in Alamo Ranch\non a regular basis so that it can be caught and treated as early as possible,\nincreasing the chances of survival. In this post, you\u2019ll learn more about this\ncancer and how your dentist can help you overcome it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the symptoms of salivary gland cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because several important nerves and other structures are\nlocated near or run through the salivary glands, tumors in this area can impact\nyour oral function and feeling. If you experience any of these symptoms, you\nmay have salivary gland cancer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Difficulty swallowing.<\/li><li>A lump or swelling in your cheek, mouth, jaw, or\nneck.<\/li><li>Different size or shape on the left or right\nside of your face.<\/li><li>Numbness in your face.<\/li><li>Difficulty opening your mouth widely.<\/li><li>Fluid draining from an ear.<\/li><li>Persistent pain in your mouth, cheek, ear, jaw,\nor neck.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you notice these signs, contact your doctor or dentist in\nAlamo Ranch immediately for an evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does the dentist help detect salivary gland cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every six months, you\u2019re supposed to visit the dentist for\nyour <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">checkup\nand cleaning<\/a>. Although you may think they just look for cavities and gum\ndisease, they also perform a critical oral exam, inspecting your mouth, jaw,\nand neck for any potential signs of oral cancers. As part of this exam, they\nwill gently feel around your neck and jaw for any lumps or bumps near your\nsalivary glands. Through this quick, painless screening, your dentist can\ndetermine whether you have unusual or suspicious symptoms that require\nadditional testing, leading to an earlier diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is it important to get a cancer screening with your dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with many other cancers, the sooner you catch and treat salivary\ngland cancer, the higher the chances are of surviving it. Overall, about 72\npercent of patients with salivary gland cancer are still alive five years after\ndiagnosis, but when it is discovered and resolved early, the survival rate\njumps up to 93 percent. By having this screening every six months, you\u2019re more\nlikely to find this cancer in its beginning stages of development, when it is\neasier to treat successfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the end, your semiannual checkup and cleaning appointment\ncan do much more than leave you with a fresh, brightened smile for six months.\nIt could actually save your life! That\u2019s why you should make and keep this\nimportant appointment. If you haven\u2019t seen the dentist in a while, now is the\nperfect time to get back on track with your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Alamo Springs Dental, patients in San Antonio have access\nto two compassionate, experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/meet-your-dentists.html\">dentists<\/a> to\nmaintain happy, healthy smiles. Dr. Michele Moreno loves to help patients achieve\nbetter oral health, and Dr. Aiyana Zenobia Anderson enjoys being able to help them\novercome their fear of the dentist through personalized care. With about a decade\nof dentistry expertise each, they bring unique skillsets to every appointment. To\nmake an appointment with them, call (210) 463-9339 or click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alamospringsdental.com\/contact.html\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that your dentist can help detect cancer? In fact, in many cases, your dentist is the first line of defense against oral cancers, including that found in the salivary glands. This type, although not extremely common, can happen to patients of any age, but especially those older than 65. 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