Oral Cancer Screenings

Oral cancer screenings check for any precancerous or cancerous conditions in the mouth. An oral cancer screening is completed with an ultraviolet light that allows your dentist to view issues that cannot be detected with the naked eye. Precancerous lesions identified under this light are much easier to be removed and are more likely to be cured.

Causes of Oral Cancer

  • Tobacco use of any kind, such as cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco, snuff, dip and vaping
  • Heavy alcohol consumption
  • Family history of cancer
  • Human papillomavirus (HPV)
  • Significant sun exposure

Symptoms of Oral Cancer

  • Red or white spots or sores anywhere in the oral cavity
  • A sore that bleeds easily or does not heal
  • A lump, thickening, or rough spot
  • Pain, tenderness, or numbness anywhere in the mouth or on the lips
  • Difficulty chewing, swallowing, speaking, or moving the jaw or tongue

Preventing Oral Cancer

  • Avoid all tobacco products
  • Drink alcohol in moderation
  • Maintain a healthy, balanced diet
  • Limit your exposure to the sun and always wear UV-A/B-blocking, sun-protective lotions on your skin as well as your lips
  • Ask your dentist to perform an oral exam since early detection of oral cancer can improve the chance of successful treatment

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Hours of Operation

Our Regular Schedule

Monday:

8:00 am-3:30 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-3:00 pm

Friday:

Limited availability

8:00 am-2:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Testimonials

See what our patients have to say about us!

  • "Both my wife and I have had excellent service. We often schedule back to back appointments and have been able to reschedule a couple times with no problems. We come all the way from Appleton we are so satisfied."
    Steve B.
  • "I feel so lucky to have such a great business for dental work so close to home. From our first phone call to the actual appointments it was so pleasant. It was my sons first dentist appointment and he did great. It was all thanks to the staff. They let me sit with him, they went out of their way to make conversation with him. Rene was great! She addresses the concerns I had with knowledge while also being realistic. Taylor did my eleven year old daughters as was just as informative and great. The staff here is great, I definitely recommend."
    Erica F.