PRESCOTT ORAL CANCER SCREENING
Prescott Dental Arts provides Oral Cancer Screening in Prescott, Arizona
At Prescott Dental Arts we are not only dedicated to our patient’s dental health we are also dedicated to their overall health and wellness. Our Prescott AZ office uses a holistic approach to an individual’s oral and overall health. We focus on the preventive, and screen for cancer and other conditions that can affect the mouth, face, neck, and jaw. This is why our dentist and hygienists do a thorough exam, including a cancer screening, during every routine cleaning and checkup. Early detection and prevention of oral cancer and other dental issues is our greatest priority.
Our team at Prescott Dental Arts is trained to detect and identify effectively the signs and symptoms of oral cancer. We not only educate ourselves in the causes of oral cancer, and the signs and symptoms, we also work to educate our patients as well. We emphasize the importance of watching for early signs of the disease and stress the importance of routine checkups. Some of the signs and symptoms of oral cancer, that we educate our patients about, include:
- Sores or ulcers in the mouth
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A sore that won’t heal
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White or red patches in the mouth
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Loose teeth
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Pain, tenderness, or numbness in the mouth
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Sore throat
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Difficulty chewing, swallowing, or talking
If anyone fears they may have oral cancer it’s important to schedule an appointment with our office immediately. Early detection is key to treating the disease. Oral cancer screens are quick and painless. The process includes an exam of the whole mouth including the tongue, gums, cheeks, roof of the mouth, throat, and neck. Our goal during the exam is to detect any abnormalities and identify any precancerous or cancerous conditions.
During the whole exam, we keep the patient informed of any abnormalities that may be detected. If anything is detected or looks suspicious to the doctor, a biopsy of the area will be recommended. As mentioned above our teams works to educate all our patients on what makes a person more susceptible to oral cancer. Some of the causes of oral cancer include:
- Tobacco use (cigarettes, cigars, vaping, chewing tobacco, etc.)
- Alcohol use
- Unhealthy diet
- Poor oral hygiene
- HPV
- Sun exposure
If a person feels they may be at risk for developing oral cancer, contacting our office for an appointment is very important. Our team is readily available to perform oral cancer screenings and provide more information on the disease. We encourage all our friends in Prescott, AZ to contact us to schedule an oral cancer screening. Call our office today for a consultation!
Call us at (928) 445-8980
Prescott Dental Arts
1787 Willow Creek Rd.
Prescott, AZ 86301
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1787 Willow Creek Rd
Prescott, AZ 86301
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