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At Dental Partners of Fifth Avenue, located on the Upper East Side of New York City, your health and well-being are our top priorities. As part of our commitment to comprehensive care, we provide thorough oral cancer screenings during your routine dental examinations. Early detection is crucial in the successful treatment of oral cancer, and our meticulous screenings are designed to identify any suspicious signs or precancerous conditions.
Oral cancer screening is a visual and physical examination of your mouth, throat, head, and neck performed by our dentists to detect any signs or symptoms of oral cancer or precancerous lesions. This vital screening is a non-invasive procedure that is typically quick and comfortable, and it plays a critical role in identifying potential issues at their earliest, most treatable stages.
During the screening, our experienced dentists will carefully evaluate:
Everyone should undergo regular oral cancer screenings. While the risk of oral cancer increases with age, it can affect individuals of all ages. However, certain factors can increase your risk, making regular screenings particularly important if you:
• Use tobacco in any form (cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, snuff, etc.).
• Have a history of heavy alcohol consumption.
• Have a previous diagnosis of oral cancer or precancerous lesions.
• Have a family history of oral cancer.
• Have prolonged sun exposure to the lips.
• Have the Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
Even if you don’t have any of these risk factors, regular oral cancer screenings are a vital part of maintaining your overall health.
During your routine dental examination at our Upper East Side office, our dentists will perform a thorough oral cancer screening. This involves a careful visual inspection and gentle palpation (feeling) of the tissues in your mouth, head, and neck. We will look for any:
Sores that don’t heal
White or red patches
Lumps or thickening of the tissues
Pain or tenderness
Difficulty swallowing or speaking
Changes in your bite
If we identify any suspicious areas, we will discuss our findings with you openly and explain the next steps. In most cases, minor changes in the mouth are not cancerous. However, to ensure your health, we may:
Rest assured that we will keep you informed every step of the way and provide clear explanations of any findings and recommendations.
Oral cancer screening is a simple yet potentially life-saving part of your routine dental care. Make it a priority to schedule regular checkups at Dental Partners of Fifth Avenue on the Upper East Side, where our dedicated team is committed to protecting your oral and overall health through comprehensive oral cancer screenings.
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