April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month—an effort to raise awareness on the importance of receiving regular screenings from your dentist. While cases of oral cancer continue to increase year after year, it is also one of the most curable diseases. If caught early on, patients have an optimal chance at recovery, making oral cancer screenings vital to your oral and overall health. Keep reading to learn more about oral cancer and what your dentist in Burleson looks for during a screening.