DrBicuspid reported that Debra “Debbie Z” Zafiropoulos, an oral cancer advocate, emphasizes the need for daily oral cancer screenings in dental practices, beyond April’s Oral Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society projects over 60,000 oral cancer diagnoses in the U.S. this year, with a five-year survival rate of 68%. Zafiropoulos highlights the rise of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers, advocating for comprehensive screening protocols like her SOSA method, which includes skin assessments. She underscores the critical role dental professionals play in early detection, urging consistent screenings to improve outcomes.
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