Oral cancer may appear as a subtle mucosal change that you don’t notice or an obvious sore or mass. The most common form of oral cancer is malignant squamous cell carcinoma, which typically originates in the lip and mouth tissue.
But oral cancer can also impact the tongue, salivary glands, throat, gums, and face. While oral cancers can be prevented, a mouth cancer screening in Lynn Haven, FL, is the first line of defense for catching oral cancer early and undergoing effective treatment.
Fortunately, oral cancer can be diagnosed with an annual oral pathology screening in Lynn Haven, FL. Early detection of oral cancer significantly increases the chance of a positive outcome. Early oral cancer detection at Bay Implant, Perio, & Endo results in less invasive treatment, reduced permanent damage to facial functions (speech/swallowing), and a better overall quality of life.
If we find an area of concern, we may perform a simple test first. During a brush test, we collect cells from a suspicious lesion in the mouth and send them to a laboratory for analysis. If this test comes back atypical or positive, an oral biopsy in Lynn Haven, FL, is typically the next step.
A small piece of tissue is removed from the abnormal-looking area and sent to an oral pathologist for examination.
An ultra-thin needle attached to a syringe is used to extract cells from a tumor or mass, such as an enlarged lymph node.
