Oral Cancer Screening

Oral Cancer Screening

Looking for Oral Cancer Screening in Desoto? For an appointment at CFD Smile of Desoto call our office today at 972-224-5397 or make an appointment today.
he dental community is the first line of defense in early detection of oral cancer. The goal of oral cancer screening is to detect mouth cancer or precancerous lesions that may lead to mouth cancer at an early stage — when cancer or lesions are easiest to remove and most likely to be cured. When found at the early stages of development, oral cancers have an 80-90% survival rate. Early detection is imperative!

Factors that can increase the risk of oral cancer include:
  • Tobacco use of any kind, including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco, and snuff, among others
  • Heavy alcohol use
  • Previous oral cancer diagnosis
  • History of significant sun exposure, which increases the risk of lip cancer
Some symptoms of oral cancer include:
  • White and/or red patches inside the mouth
  • Abnormal lumps or thickening of the skin or mouth lining
  • Chronic sore throat
  • Hoarseness
  • Difficulty chewing or swallowing
Ask your dentist at CFD Smile of Desoto whether oral cancer screening is appropriate for you. Also ask about ways you can reduce your risk of oral cancer, such as quitting smoking and not drinking alcohol.
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