Siavash Siv Eftekhari, M.D., DMD

Signs and Symptoms of Oral, Head & Neck Cancer

Signs and Symptoms of Oral, Head & Neck Cancer

Head and Neck Cancers, not to be confused with brain cancers, account for roughly 4-5% of all cancers in the United States each year. Some the Head and Neck cancer regions can include but not limited to: Oral Cavity and Tongue Jaw Tonsils and Throat Larynx (voice box) Face, Neck, and Scalp Skin Thyroid Gland … Read More >

Scalp Cancer: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment

Scalp Cancer: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment

Scalp cancer can be a frightening prospect, even if you aren’t sure that’s what you or someone you know could be showing the signs of. In this guide, you will learn more about what it looks like, what the general symptoms are, and how doctors currently treat this condition.

Neck Masses & Lumps: Everything You Need to Know

Neck Masses & Lumps: Everything You Need to Know

If you have found you have a mass or lump on your neck, the most important step for you to take is to get it checked out by a professional. Often times, these lesions or bumps can be painful or serious. While doing your own in-depth research can be helpful, you should visit a doctor … Read More >

Everything You Need to Know About Laryngeal Cancer

Everything You Need to Know About Laryngeal Cancer

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, taking nearly 600,000 lives annually. It’s essential to understand that it is a collection of over 100 related conditions and not just one disease. Laryngeal cancer accounts for 1.8 percent of all deaths … Read More >

How to Test for Oral Cancer

How to Test for Oral Cancer

According to the American Cancer Society, this year around 53,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer, and over 10,000 people will die from it. Though oral cancer is a concern for the world population as a whole, some people are more susceptible than others. Men are twice as likely to develop oral cancer as … Read More >