Committed to Early Detection – Our goal is your safety. Comprehensive Oral Cancer screening included in every check-up.
Did you know your routine check-up includes a vital health screening?
At every visit, we perform a comprehensive ‘soft tissue’ examination to check for early signs of oral cancer or precancerous conditions.
If we spot anything unusual, such as patches, lumps, or discoloration – we will discuss it with you immediately. Please rest assured that there are many harmless reasons for these changes, and cancer is rare, but we believe it is always better to be safe.
Reason for Screening
Why Early Detection Matters Our primary goal during screening is to detect mouth cancer or precancerous lesions as early as possible. Early detection is crucial because treatment is most effective—and the chance of a full cure is highest—when caught at the earliest stage.
Common Risk Factors While mouth cancer can affect anyone, certain factors can increase the likelihood:
- Tobacco Use: Smoking (cigarettes, cigars, pipes) or using smokeless products (chewing tobacco, snuff).
- Alcohol Consumption: Frequent or heavy alcohol use.
- Sun Exposure: Significant sun exposure without protection (specifically increasing the risk of lip cancer).
- Medical History: A previous diagnosis of oral cancer.
Spot the Signs If you notice any changes in your mouth, or have a specific concern about a patch, lump, or ulcer that hasn’t healed, please do not hesitate.
Book an appointment to discuss it with us. We are here to help and put your mind at ease.
