11/11/2025
🦷 Supporting Mouth Cancer Action Month this November 🦷
Here at Firs Dental Practice, we’re proud to support Mouth Cancer Action Month throughout November.
Every year, over 10,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with mouth cancer — yet it remains relatively unknown around the world.
While smoking, alcohol consumption, and HPV are known high-risk factors, mouth cancer can affect anyone, at any time.
It’s vital to be aware of the symptoms. If you notice any of the following, please don’t ignore them — book an appointment with your dentist:
🔹 Ulcers that do not heal within 3 weeks
🔹 Pain, discomfort, lumps or swelling in the mouth, throat, or neck
🔹 Red, white, or rough patches in the mouth
🔹 Bleeding from the mouth or throat
🔹 Persistent hoarseness or changes to your voice
🔹 Dentures that suddenly stop fitting properly
🔹 Feeling like something is stuck in your throat or difficulty swallowing
Remember — during every routine dental check-up, your dentist performs a mouth cancer screening, checking for early signs and symptoms. It’s another great reason to keep up with your regular appointments!
🗓 Are you overdue your dental examination?
Book your check-up online via our website, call us on 0116 267 4254, or email reception.firs@colosseumdental.co.uk
Together, we can help raise awareness and spot mouth cancer early. 💙
