It’s common knowledge that early detection of cancer is critical in the successful treatment of the disease. The same is true for oral cancer, which is why dentists typically offer oral cancer screenings as an important part of any regular dental exam. The professionals at Complete Dental Care
are experienced in providing these simple and painless but potentially life-saving screenings for our Greenville, TX
patients.
During an oral cancer screening, your dentist will visually examine the inside of your mouth, tongue, throat, and gums. He or she will look for any abnormalities such as growths, sore spots, changes in coloration, or lumps. The dentist may also feel around your jaw and neck for any irregularities. If anything suspicious is found, additional tests may be ordered, such as a biopsy. All in all, the screening should be pain-free and relatively simple.
If you forego regular oral cancer screenings, you increase your risk of developing advanced oral cancer. This can lead to a number of serious complications, including:
In addition to the physical consequences, advanced oral cancer can also have a profound impact on your quality of life. It can be difficult to eat and drink, speak, and even breathe. The financial cost of treatment can also be significant. That’s why the dentists at our practice recommend that all patients get regular oral cancer screenings.
An oral cancer screening typically takes just a few minutes and is usually done as part of your regular
dental exam and
cleaning appointment. Of course, if the dentist finds anything of concern and needs to take further action, take a biopsy, or schedule a follow up appointment with you, it will take a few minutes longer.
At Complete Dental Care, your health is our top priority. That’s why we are committed to doing everything we can to detect early signs of oral cancer and address them as soon as possible. It’s important to us that your teeth and gums are healthy and that we support your overall wellbeing. If you think you are overdue for a cleaning and cancer screening, please
contact our office today and we’d be happy to help!
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