Oral Cancer Screening
A visual and physical examination of oral tissues to detect early signs of cancer before symptoms appear.
A visual and physical examination of the lips, tongue, cheeks, and throat that checks for abnormal tissue changes or early signs of oral cancer.
The dentist visually and physically examines the lips, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, and throat for unusual discoloration, sores, or tissue changes.
Detects abnormal tissue changes early, when treatment is most effective and outcomes are significantly better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about oral cancer screening.
All adult patients, particularly those who smoke, use tobacco, drink alcohol regularly, or have a personal or family history of oral cancer.
A quick, painless visual and physical check is performed as part of a routine exam. Most patients are cleared on the spot.
The screening takes just a few minutes as part of a routine exam.
Oral cancer screening is a brief, painless check, not a diagnosis. Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes.
No recovery is needed. The screening is painless and non-invasive.
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