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Oral Cancer Screening In Fremont Seattle

Oral cancer screenings check for signs of mouth cancer and can detect it at early stages when outcomes are better.

Learn why regular screenings are critical

What is Oral Cancer?

  • Abnormal mouth tissue growth that can spread
  • Often begins as a small mouth sore or discoloration
  • Tongue, lips, gums, cheeks, floor/roof of mouth affected

Risk Factors

  • Tobacco and alcohol use
  • HPV - human papillomavirus infection
  • Frequent sun exposure to face/neck
  • Age 40+
  • Gender - higher in males

Oral Cancer Screening

  • Visual and physical exam of mouth tissues
  • Checking for red/white patches, sores, lumps, changes

Early Detection

  • Oral cancer is often painless in early stages
  • Screenings can detect issues before they progress
  • Finding it early improves treatment success/prognosis

Recommendations

  • Annual oral cancer screening with dental exam
  • More frequent screening for those at higher risk

Protecting your oral health means checking for signs of oral cancer.

Contact us to schedule your screening.

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