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Can we prevent the risk of oral cancer?
As we saw in a previous article, oral and oropharyngeal cancer is one of the 10 most common cancers in the world, and tumours of the oral cavity account for around 4% of all malignant tumours. But what are the main risk factors for the development of this type of pathology, and how can we…
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Oral cancer: types and prevalence
As we age, our bodies undergo changes that increase the risk of various diseases. Amongst others, age increases the risk for the appearance of various types of cancer, the prevalence of which increases among older people as a result of the ageing of tissues and exposure to a greater number of carcinogens throughout life. In…
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Common oral health changes amongst older people
As we get older, the ageing process involves a whole series of changes. These are both anatomically and physiologically, which can affect our abilities and the normal functioning of our bodies. Our mouth and teeth are no exception. In fact, ageing increases the chances of the appearance of oral disorders. It is common amongst elderly…
