If you’re concerned about unusual changes in your mouth, or you simply feel you need to be checked out, the team at Predent provide oral cancer screenings at our Earls Court practice.

As part of our commitment to ongoing care, screenings are usually included as part of your regular dental check-up or they can be provided as a standalone procedure if requested.

Evidence suggests that mouth cancer is on the rise and according to Cancer Research, the disease has increased by 34% over the last 20 years, so a regular screening with us provides that peace of mind you need. The process is quick and comfortable and could potentially save your life.

Want to know more? Read on…

What Our Dentist Is Looking For

During your oral cancer screening, our Earls Court dentist is looking for:

• Unusual lumps or bumps located in the mouth, particularly on the tongue or lips
• Visible, red or white spots or patches
• Ulcers or sores that won’t heal, or
• Any significant numbness.

Any of these symptoms may also indicate other problems not necessarily related to oral (mouth) cancer, so it’s well worth getting checked out.

What An Oral Cancer Screening Consists Of

Anyone considering screening for mouth cancer may wonder what it is and what it does, so, let’s take a look….
An oral cancer screening is a crucial examination designed to identify the early signs of cancer in and around the oral cavity. Statistics show a 93% success rate when symptoms are detected early.

Essentially, our dentist is looking for any abnormal lumps, bumps or lesions on the lips, tongue, or cheeks as described above, but also, any anomalies found in the jaw or roof of the mouth.

During the screening process, our dentist will examine the oral cavity while also paying close attention to the head and neck area. Typically, this is carried out as part of your dental check-up. Although a simple and painless process, oral cancer screenings are a powerful tool in the fight against cancer.

Additionally, for patients, screenings also provide an opportunity to learn more about oral cancer, what to look out for and how to reduce the risks, so visiting us for a screening is a win/win situation.

Normally, annual screenings are advisable but if you’re at risk, then we may suggest more frequent examinations.

Oral Cancer Screenings – Peace-Of-Mind Care, When You Need It Most!

If you’re yet to have an oral cancer screening or are overdue for your next one, come and talk to the team at Predent. We’ll walk you through the process so you know what to expect. After the event, we’ll also give you a thorough report on your current oral health for peace of mind.

Ready to schedule your oral cancer screening? Call our Earls Court dentists on 020 7373 1022 today!

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