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Oral Cancer Screening
Oral cancer is easiest to miss during its early stages, and without quick detection and treatment, it can be extremely hard to treat and even survive. Which is why we perform an oral cancer screening at every routine checkup.
Why This Treatment
Benefits of Oral Cancer Screening
Early detection
Helps identify suspicious changes in the mouth before they become more advanced.
Quick and painless
A routine screening is usually a simple examination and does not require any type of anesthesia
Can be done during dental visits
Oral cancer screening is usually preformed alongside many other types of exams.
Common Questions
Answers About Oral Cancer Screening
What areas are checked?
A dentist may examine your lips, gums, tongue, inside of your cheeks, roof and floor of your mouth and the back of your mouth and throat.
What is the dentist look for?
They are looking for unusual sores, lumps, swelling, red or white patches or unexplained bleeding.
What are risk factors for oral cancer?
Important risk factors include tobacco use, heavy alcohol consumption, certain HPV infections, and previous oral cancer. Having a risk factor does not mean that someone will develop cancer.
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