To help prevent cavities, you brush your teeth twice daily and floss at least once per day. But what can you do to avoid oral cancer? Preventative care for this disease just isn’t as straightforward.

That said, researchers work to get a better understanding of cancer every day. They know, for example, that early detection can significantly increase the survival rate of oral cancers, and that certain lifestyle habits seem to contribute to their development. Keep reading, and you’ll learn four important facts about oral cancer – and how your dentist can help.