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Local Dentist Donates Oral Cancer Screening Fees to West Suburban Humane Society

Late-stage discoveries cause one American to die every hour from oral cancer.

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Dr. Ronald Schefdore is offering cancer screenings in the month of April to people in the community for $19 (reg $59) for Oral Cancer Awareness Month.

All proceeds will be donated to the West Suburban Humane Society.

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Schefdores’ practice focuses on early detection and public awareness of oral cancer, periodontal disease and dental decay. This year, about 45,780 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer in the U.S.

Late-stage discoveries cause one American to die every hour from oral cancer.

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Those interested in the $19 screenings or a private consultation can call Dr. Schefdores’ office at 630-971-0682.

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