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Oral Cancer Screening

Get an Oral Cancer Screening

Dentists at Charisma Dental are trained and qualified to do oral cancer screenings as part of a regular dental exam. We are looking inside the mouth anyway so looking for unusual formations or lesions is just a part of the exam.
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Oral Cancer Screening Can Save Your Life

Early detection is key to dealing with cancer and our oral cancer screenings may give you that time jump needed to make a difference. 

This is particularly true if you are a smoker, use smokeless tobacco, or vape.

You Can't Tell We Are Screening

Oral cancer screening doesn’t require special equipment or scalpels. It simply requires a set of trained eyes. We can look to make sure you are healthy and without any suspicious bumps or lumps in your mouth. 
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Get Regular Appointments

Maintaining your regular dental appointments is key to keeping up with oral cancer screenings. Some cancers move fast so getting regular screenings keeps your oral health in check.

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Oral Cancer Screening FAQs

What is oral cancer screening?
Oral cancer screening is a routine examination that our dentists do when they do a regular exam. They look for things like abnormal tissues and lesions.
Who at Charisma Dental performs the screening?
Our dentists are trained and qualified to do oral cancer screenings as part of a regular exam.
How often should I get screened for oral cancer?
Charisma Dental includes oral cancer screening during twice-yearly routine checkups.
What does screening involve?
The dentist visually examines the mouth, oral tissues, and surrounding structures for abnormalities. They may check for lumps by pressing areas.
Is oral cancer screening painful or uncomfortable?
It isn’t at all. It is a visual exam with the dentist pressing around your jaw and neck to check for lumps.
Why is oral cancer screening important?
Early detection is crucial to the survival rate of oral cancer. It can make treatment more successful.
Are there risk factors that make screening more urgent?
Certain people are at a higher risk for oral cancer. That includes smokers and those who use smokeless tobacco, heavy alcohol drinkers, and those who have a history of oral cancer.
What happens if something suspicious is found?
The dentist will recommend further testing if they find something. That could mean a referral to a specialist, a biopsy, or closer monitoring.