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Early detection is the single most important factor in surviving oral cancer. At Summit Family Dentistry, we perform comprehensive oral cancer screenings as part of your routine checkup to catch suspicious tissue changes long before they become noticeable or painful.
Dr. Richard Harvey, Dr. Morgan Yoxall, Dr. Amanda Miller, and Dr. Eugenio “Gene” Montecinos utilize detailed visual and tactile examinations to protect your health, giving you absolute peace of mind at every visit.
Oral cancer can develop on the lips, tongue, gums, cheek lining, roof or floor of the mouth, and throat. In its initial stages, oral cancer often produces zero pain or obvious symptoms, allowing it to go unnoticed without a professional evaluation.
When detected early before it spreads to regional lymph nodes the 5-year survival rate for oral cancer is over 80-90%. A simple 2-minute screening during your regular dental checkup is your best defense.
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While oral cancer can affect anyone even those with no known risk factors certain habits and conditions increase your vulnerability
An oral cancer screening near you is fast, completely non-invasive, and painless. During your examination, your dentist will
Inspect your lips, gums, tongue, inside of your cheeks, palate, and back of your throat for red or white patches, unusual sores, or asymmetry.
Gently feel your jaw, neck, under your chin, and soft tissues in your mouth to check for unusual lumps, hard nodules, or tissue thickening.
If any atypical tissue is identified, we will either re-evaluate it in 14 days or seamlessly coordinate a biopsy or referral for further diagnostic testing.
Between routine checkups, contact our office right away if you notice any of the following persistent symptoms lasting longer than two weeks
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Catch subtle mouth changes early. Get a comprehensive oral cancer screening in Littleton, CO with your routine checkup at Summit Family Dentistry. Book today!
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