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Preventive dentistry

Oral cancer screening

A screening checks the lips, tongue, cheeks, throat, and neck for unusual tissue or persistent changes.

A request does not guarantee that a nearby practice offers this service or has availability.

What the appointment may involve

The clinician performs a visual and tactile exam and may recommend follow-up or biopsy for a concerning area.

Good to know before choosing care

Seek an evaluation for a sore, lump, red or white patch, or hoarseness lasting about two weeks.

Questions worth asking a practice

  • What exam or records are needed before confirming that oral cancer screening is appropriate?
  • What alternatives, material choices, risks, and likely follow-up should I consider?
  • Who will perform the procedure, and does my situation call for a specialist?
  • What does the estimate include, and how will insurance benefits or financing be verified?

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