Oral Cancer Screening in Midtown Toronto, ON
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During an oral cancer screening we check your mouth for early warning signs of cancer. Coming in regularly helps us find and fix problems before they get serious. When you come in, we look at your mouth, lips, tongue, throat, and neck. We're looking for anything unusual — like bumps, sores, colour changes, or other signs that might mean cancer or could turn into cancer later. We look for spots that are red or white, sores that don't heal, lumps, thick patches, and other warning signs. When we catch mouth cancer early, treatment works much better. At Midtown Dental Studio in Midtown Toronto, ON, we check for oral cancer during your regular visits. Catching cancer early — before it spreads — can save your life.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oral Cancer Screening
How often do I need an oral cancer screening?
Most people should get checked at least once every year or if more frequently, during every dental appointment.
If you smoke, drink a lot, had mouth cancer before, or have HPV, you might need to get checked more frequently
We will recommend how often you should get a screening based on your risk factors and unique situation.
What happens during an oral cancer screening?
We will look at your lips, inside your cheeks, tongue, roof and floor of your mouth, and throat. We're looking for anything unusual like bumps, cuts, or spots that look red or white.
We will also use our fingers to gently press around your mouth, jaw, and neck to feel for any lumps or swelling. The whole thing is fast and easy—it only takes a few minutes and doesn't hurt at all.
Does an oral cancer screening hurt?
No, it shouldn't hurt at all. The screening is easy and pain-free.
We simply look at your mouth and lightly touch the inside of your mouth and your neck. It's fast and comfortable, and most people feel good knowing they've been checked.
How much time does an oral cancer screening take?
The check usually takes around 5 to 10 minutes, if we don’t find anything suspicious. We usually perform it during your regular dental exam. We'll spend whatever time is needed to look at everything carefully and answer your questions.
Is it safe to get an oral cancer screening?
Yes, it's very safe. We just look at your mouth and gently touch areas inside your mouth and neck. There's no radiation, no needles, and nothing that will hurt you. It's a simple, comfortable way to catch early warning signs of mouth cancer and other issues.
Getting checked regularly is a smart way to protect your health and could save your life!
What do I need to do before my oral cancer screening?
Brush your teeth and floss before you come in. Write down all the medications you take and tell us about things that might put you at risk — like smoking, drinking, or if anyone in your family that has had cancer.
Tell us if you've noticed anything unusual in your mouth — like sores that stay for a long time, bumps, patches that are red or white, difficulty swallowing, or anything that feels different.
What happens if you find something wrong during my oral cancer screening?
If we see something that worries us, we'll tell you what it is in a way that's easy to understand. Then we'll talk about next steps.
We might ask you to come back so we can watch the area and see if it changes. Or we might need to take a small sample to test it. Sometimes we'll send you to a specialist who can take a closer look and evaluation.
The good news is that catching problems early gives you the best chance for successful treatment. That's why regular dental exams are so important!
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