Oral Cancer Screening in Banff.
Early detection can make a real difference. A quick, comfortable screening of the gums, tongue, and soft tissues, included with every dental check-up at Rocky Mountain Dental.
Oral Cancer Screening
Here at Rocky Mountain Dental, oral cancer screenings are a routine part of oral exams. It is a quick and comfortable examination of areas along your gums, tongue, and other soft tissues of the mouth to determine if there are any irregularities.
Early detection of oral cancer can improve the chances of successful treatment. It is recommended that patients who do not use tobacco products have an oral cancer screening at least once a year, and patients who smoke or use other types of tobacco products should have at least two oral screenings per year.
A small step that can make a big difference.
Oral cancer screening is one of the most important preventive services we offer, and it's built into every routine exam.
Quick & Comfortable
A visual and physical examination of the lips, gums, tongue, cheeks, throat, and palate.
Annual Screening
Recommended at least once a year for non-tobacco users, included with your routine check-up.
Twice Yearly for Tobacco Users
Patients who smoke or use other tobacco products should have at least two screenings per year.
Early Detection Saves Lives
Catching oral cancer early dramatically improves the chances of successful treatment.
A thorough, gentle examination.
- 1
Lips, Gums & Cheeks
Visual inspection of the soft tissues for unusual colour changes, sores, or thickening.
- 2
Tongue & Floor of the Mouth
We carefully examine the top, sides, and underside of the tongue and the area beneath it.
- 3
Throat & Palate
We look at the back of the throat and the roof of the mouth for any irregularities.
- 4
Lymph Nodes
A gentle external check around the jaw and neck to feel for swelling or unusual lumps.
Who is most at risk?
Anyone can develop oral cancer, but a few common factors significantly increase the risk. If any apply to you, ask us about more frequent screenings.
- Tobacco use (smoking or smokeless)
- Combined alcohol and tobacco use
- Individuals over the age of 40
- Prolonged sun exposure (especially to the lips)
Services patients often ask about next.
Get screened at your next visit.
Oral cancer screening is included with every comprehensive exam, there's no extra cost and no extra appointment to book.
