Oral Cancer Screenings
The estimates that over 54,000 Americans will get throat or oral cancers this year. Fortunately, our dentists in Plymouth, MI can help you detect oral cancer in its beginning stages.
Call our dental office in Plymouth, Michigan today to schedule your oral cancer screening. It could save your life!
Can Dentists Detect Oral Cancer?
Yes, our oral cancer screening dentists are able to examine your lips and the inside of your mouth for red or white patches, sores, and other abnormalities. If our dentists spot suspicious tissue, they may remove it and send it to a diagnostics lab where it will be tested for oral cancer.
Our dentists may recommend an oral cancer screening test especially if you have a history of smoking or alcohol abuse as these factors increase your risk of oral cancer.
What Are the First Signs of Mouth Cancer?
Signs of mouth cancer include:
- Persistent mouth or lip sore that won’t heal
- White or red patch inside mouth
- Difficulty chewing or swallowing
- Lump or thickened tissue in cheek
- Persistent bad breath
- Hoarse voice or chronic sore throat
If you recognize any of the above symptoms, call our dental office today to schedule an appointment with our oral cancer screening dentists. The oral cancer screening procedure can also be done during your next teeth cleaning appointment with us.
Why Are Oral Cancer Screenings Important?
The American Cancer Society estimates that over 10,000 Americans will die of oral and throat cancers this year. The sooner we’re able to detect oral cancer, the better your chances for survival. In other words, an oral cancer screening can help save your life.
Even if you don’t have the major risk factors for oral cancer (such as smoking), there’s still a chance you could get oral cancer. In general, an oral cancer screening is done about once a year.
Schedule an Appointment
When was your last ? To schedule an oral cancer screening with Plymouth Dentistry, call (734) 459-7110, or contact us online.