Our team knows that most cases of oral cancer can be successfully treated when detected early. To help keep our patients safe, we perform an oral cancer screening during our routine dental cleanings and exams. If you’re concerned about your health, schedule an appointment with us and get an oral cancer screening.
In addition to oral cavity assessment, we educate our patients on the signs and symptoms of this disease. We tell them that it affects every area of the mouth, including: the lips, tongue, floor, cheeks, throat, sinuses, and hard and soft palates. While some cancers go unnoticed, we tell our patients that this disease has many signs. We encourage you not to ignore any of these telltale symptoms of oral cancer:
While we perform oral cavity assessment at appointments, you should contact us if you experience these symptoms. Dr. Alberto A. Herrero and our staff know that early detection is always best. We provide these screenings during regular appointments and when patients ask for them. If it’s been a while since you’ve had a dental appointment, contact us for your oral cavity assessment.
Your mouth cancer assessment typically begins with us conducting a patient history and risk assessment. We’ll ask you about your tobacco and alcohol use, family history of cancer, and any symptoms you might be experiencing. From there, we move on to your oral examination. During this process, we check your mouth and neck for all the signs and symptoms of mouth cancer .
If we detect anything concerning, we refer you to a specialist. Depending on your condition, we’ll recommend an oral and maxillofacial surgeon or an ear, nose, and throat doctor (otolaryngologist). The specialists in our network will make a diagnosis and discuss treatment options and what you can expect. While mouth cancer is a serious matter, we know that it’s always best to catch and treat it early.
At AH Dentistry, we believe that proactive care is the highest form of healthcare. That is why a mouth cancer assessment is a seamless, completely painless part of every routine dental cleaning and exam at our Ann Arbor office. Taking only a few minutes, this visual and tactile evaluation requires absolutely no preparation or discomfort on your part—Dr. Herrero simply uses specialized clinical expertise to carefully inspect the delicate tissues of your mouth, tongue, jaw, and neck.
While mouth cancer can be aggressive if left unchecked, it is highly treatable and boasts an incredibly high cure rate when caught in its earliest stages. By making this quick screening a standard component of your regular wellness checkups, we aren’t just protecting your teeth and gums; we are providing a vital safeguard for your life and giving you ultimate peace of mind.
Since we perform oral cavity assessment during regular dental appointments, it’s important to see us regularly. Our friendly staff cleans your teeth while our dentists check your mouth and neck for anything that requires further attention. At AH Dentistry, we take the prevention of this disease seriously, and we encourage our patients to do so as well. Contact us online or call (734) 222-9140 to schedule an appointment and your next assessment.
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