Early Detection Saves Lives: Oral Cancer Screenings in Irvine
Oral cancer can be life-threatening if not diagnosed and treated early. At Cottonful Dental, we include oral cancer screenings as part of your routine dental exams — because your health and peace of mind matter. Our doctors use the latest tools and techniques to catch the earliest warning signs of abnormal tissue changes.
Oral Cancer Screening
What We Look For
What We Look For
Red or white patches in the mouth
Red or white patches in the mouth
Sores that don’t heal
Sores that don’t heal
Lumps, bumps, or thickened areas
Lumps, bumps, or thickened areas
Pain or difficulty when chewing or swallowing
Pain or difficulty when chewing or swallowing
Who It’s For
Who It’s For
Who Should Be Screened?
Who Should Be Screened?
Adults over the age of 40
Adults over the age of 40
Tobacco or alcohol users
Tobacco or alcohol users
Patients with a history of HPV
Patients with a history of HPV
Anyone with persistent oral symptoms
Anyone with persistent oral symptoms
Step-by-step guidance
Step-by-step guidance
The Screening Process
A thorough visual and tactile examination of your mouth, tongue, cheeks, and throat
A thorough visual and tactile examination of your mouth, tongue, cheeks, and throat
Gentle and non-invasive — takes only a few minutes
Gentle and non-invasive — takes only a few minutes
Discuss any findings with your dentist immediately
