Even if you don’t use tobacco, oral cancer screenings are an essential component of preventive dental visits. When caught early, oral cancer is highly treatable; that’s why we perform an oral cancer screening when you visit us twice a year for a cleaning and exam.
It only takes a few seconds for us to examine your mouth, gums, and lips, and it could save your life.
Oral Cancer Risk Factors
Tobacco use is indeed a risk factor for oral cancer, but there are other reasons for non-tobacco users to get screened, including the following:
HPV infection — According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, the human papillomavirus is linked to oral cancer.
Other risk factors — This same research states that if you consume alcohol or have a compromised immune system, you could be more susceptible to developing oral cancer.
Are You Due for an Oral Cancer Screening in Vallejo, CA?
If it’s been more than six months since your last routine exam and cleaning, please get in touch with our dental office to schedule a preventive visit! Morgan Nordstrom, DDS, and Emily Thai, DMD, will happily answer your questions and provide the quality care you deserve.
You can reach our office at (707) 643-2660.