Possible signs & symptoms of oral cancer A sore, irritation, lump or thick patch in your mouth, lip or throat A white or red patch in your mouth A feeling that something is caught in your throat Difficulty chewing or swallowing Trouble moving your jaw or tongue Numbness in your tongue or other areas of your mouth Swelling of your jaw that causes dentures to fit poorly or become uncomfortable Pain in one ear without hearing loss Be on the lookout for any change Setting goals and preparing to quit Are you ready to make a serious try at quitting
[5] If the tobacco starts to get loose, and you are worried about swallowing, use your finger or tongue to tamp it back into place
This may disturb the people around you.Thanks It is not advisable to dip in public spaces like at school, in class, or confined areas like the grocery store, as smoking is prohibited in these areas, and dipping can be considered a form of tobacco use.Thanks Tips from our Readers If you're new to smokeless tobacco, start with small pinches for short periods
Once you learn your triggers such as social smoking or stress it becomes easier to avoid them
Let others who dip in your community know youre trying to quit and ask for their support
