ORAL PATHOLOGY

Cancer Screening

WHY ORAL CANCER SCREENING?

Catch Changes Early, When Treatment Works Best

Oral cancer screening is a quick, painless check of your mouth, tongue, throat and neck for early warning signs. Finding changes early makes treatment simpler and much more successful, so a regular check is one of the best things you can do for your health.

Early Detection
Quick & Painless
No Special Preparation
Peace of Mind
Dentist examining the inside of the mouth
A quick check that matters

THE PROCESS

What to Expect

Screening is quick, painless and needs no special preparation. It is often done during a routine check-up.

1

History & Risk Check

We ask about your health, habits such as tobacco or alcohol use, and any symptoms you have noticed.

2

Visual Examination

We carefully look at your lips, cheeks, tongue, gums, palate and throat for red or white patches, sores or lumps.

3

Feeling the Tissues

We gently feel the tissues of your mouth, jaw and neck for lumps or swollen glands.

4

Advice & Next Steps

We explain what we found, and advise a review, a biopsy or a specialist referral if needed.

THE BENEFITS

Early Detection, Peace of Mind

Finds Problems Early

Catches changes before they cause symptoms.

Quick & Painless

Usually takes only a few minutes.

Guides Next Steps

Tells us if any further tests are needed.

Healthier Habits

A chance to get advice on quitting tobacco and alcohol.

IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

Who Should Consider Oral Cancer Screening?

  • Anyone who uses tobacco in any form, including chewing tobacco or betel quid
  • Regular alcohol drinkers
  • A sore, ulcer or lump in the mouth lasting more than two to three weeks
  • White or red patches, unexplained bleeding, or difficulty swallowing or opening the mouth
Close-up dental checkup

GOOD TO KNOW

Good to Know Before Screening

  • Screening is a check, not a diagnosis, and only a biopsy can confirm one
  • A finding does not always mean cancer, as many changes are harmless or caused by infection
  • Sores or lumps lasting more than two to three weeks should be checked promptly
  • Regular check-ups matter even if you feel well or your last screening was normal
Bright, healthy smile Woman smiling confidently Smiling couple together Dental treatment in progress

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about oral cancer screening.

No. It involves looking at and gently feeling the tissues of your mouth and neck, and most people feel no discomfort at all.

A screening usually takes five to ten minutes and is often part of a routine dental check-up.

We explain what we found and may recommend a review after a short time, a biopsy or a referral to a specialist.

At least once a year, and more often if you use tobacco or alcohol, or if you have noticed any change in your mouth.

A sore that does not heal, a red or white patch, a lump, unexplained bleeding, numbness or difficulty chewing or swallowing.

Yes. Avoiding tobacco in all forms, limiting alcohol, eating plenty of fruit and vegetables and having regular check-ups all help.

Take the First Step Towards Early Detection.

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