Your Vallejo, CA, dentist provides an oral cancer screening at every dental checkup! Not every dental office does this.
When we catch oral cancer at its earliest stages, the outcome may be better than if it is left to linger and spread.
Signs of oral cancer may include:
- Sores in the mouth that don’t heal
- Oral changes that don’t improve
- Discolored patches in the mouth
- Thickening in the neck or cheeks
Of course, oral cancer symptoms can be subtle or silent, which is one reason regular dental checkups are so vital.
Comprehensive Dental Checkups and Teeth Cleanings
You should visit our dental office every six months for dental exams and teeth cleanings. These visits are noninvasive and even relaxing. As you recline in the dental chair, we check you for tooth decay, gum changes, and even oral cancer. Periodically, the dentist requests x-rays to assess your dental health below the surface.
Teeth cleaning rids your teeth and gums of the ingredients that lead to oral health issues, including tooth decay and gum disease.
Is It Time for Your Dental Checkup and Oral Cancer Screening in Vallejo, CA?
If you have questions or are ready to schedule your next preventive dental visit, call us today at (707) 643-2660.