Why do GDPs fail to recognise oral cancer? The argument for an oral cancer checklist.

B. Dave

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Why do GDPs fail to recognise oral cancer? The argument for an oral cancer checklist.

April 10, 2013

Dave B. Br Dent J. 2013;214(5):223-5.

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This commentary explores causes for delayed diagnoses of oral cancers in general dental care and recommends improved training, ongoing continuing professional development, and use of checklists to address this problem.

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