Early Detection is Very Treatable

Oral cancer includes any tumor of the oral cavity. It kills more people than skin or cervical cancer. Early detection is the key to a successful outcome, and oral cancer is very treatable if caught in the early stages.

A flat painless white or red spot or small sore may be harmless but some are not. Cancerous spots can look identical to harmless spots so it is important to have these areas examined by a dentist at West Allis Dental Care. Areas of the mouth that may be affected are lips, gum tissues, cheek lining, tongue, and hard or soft palate (floor and roof of the mouth).

Regular dental check-ups increase the chance of early detection. During your routine cleaning and examinations, you are given the option of an oral cancer screening to be done in addition to the visual exam of your mouth.

Our screening is a very short procedure that consists of using different colored lights to highlight any abnormal tissue. If the test indicates any abnormality, the patient may be referred to an oral surgeon for further evaluation. Call (414) 206-3166 for more information or to schedule an appointment.