Oral Cancer Screenings
What Is It: Oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers start in the mouth or throat. Screening for oral cancer can save your life. The most common sites for oral cancer are the tongue, tonsils and oropharynx, gums, the floor of the mouth, and other parts of the mouth.
Procedure Description: This screening takes less than two minutes and is part of your annual routine visit. Dr. examines your mouth to ensure that there are no concerns or abnormalities.
Why You Would Need It: According to statistics from the American Cancer Society, 54,000 new cases and 11,000 deaths are estimated in 2022. 63 years old is the average age of most people diagnosed with oral cancers, though 20% of cases are found in younger patients. Early detection is key to survival and reduced risk.