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Free Oral Cancer Screenings April 14 at North Metro Oral & Implant Surgery in Canton
Dr. John Carey Says Early Diagnosis is Key
CANTON, GA. (APRIL 11, 2025) … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE … In honor of Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, North Metro Oral & Implant Surgery will offer free oral cancer screenings April 14 from 2 to 4 pm at 4508 Holly Springs Pkwy, Canton. To participate, interested individuals need to arrive at the specified time, date, and practice location, and tell the staff they would like a free oral cancer screening.
“When diagnosed early, oral cancer has an 80-90% survival rate. However, many cases aren’t diagnosed until later stages. That’s why screening events like this one are so important,” said John W. Carey, DMD, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon with North Metro Oral & Implant Surgery. “Early diagnosis is key.”
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated 58,450 new cases of oral cancer in 2024, with 12,230 deaths attributed to it. Some common symptoms identified by the CDC include sores or pain in the mouth or throat that will not go away; swelling or unusual bleeding; or difficulty performing daily functions like breathing, speaking, and chewing or swallowing food. Dr. Carey says other symptoms to look for include white or red patches in or around the mouth or a chronic sore throat.
“If you’re experiencing any symptoms, have high risk factors or haven’t had a pathology screening in a while, we urge you to get screened,” said Dr. Carey. “We recommend annual pathology screenings by a qualified health care professional as well as monthly self-exams for most adults, as the age of people being diagnosed with oral cancer is skewing younger.”
The median age for oral cancer diagnosis is 66, according to the Head & Neck Cancer Foundation but the number of early onset cases are rising, particularly among individuals under 50, who do not have traditional risk factors like smoking or alcohol use. The foundation notes that the human papilloma virus (HPV) is now considered the leading cause.
“There are other factors that may contribute to oral cancer, such as oral hygiene habits, nutrition, genetics, mouth injuries, etc.,” added Dr. Carey. “Your health is important.”
Dr. Carey is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon – the highest credential that can be obtained in the specialty, according to the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He has more than 25 years of oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS) experience and is certified in both basic and advanced cardiovascular life support. Dr. Carey earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware and his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Temple University. He completed his OMS residency through Emory University.
Actively involved with a number of professional organizations, Dr. Carey is the president and founder of the North Metro Study Club and a member of the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Southeastern Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the Georgia Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He’s also actively involved with giving back to the community through Good Samaritan Dentistry, which provides free dental care to low-income residents in the area. For more information on Dr. Carey or his practice, visit https://www.northmetrooralsurgery.com.
The Head & Neck Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness of oral, head and neck cancer. The foundation strives to produce measurable, progressive change through education, awareness, research, outreach and advocacy. For more information, visit https://www.mnofs.com/head-neck-cancer-foundation.
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