Treatment
Oral Cancer Screenings
A quick, painless check of your mouth for early signs of concern.
An oral cancer screening is a careful visual and physical check of your lips, tongue, cheeks, and throat for anything unusual.
Dr. Perimenis looks and gently feels for lumps, patches, or sores, often as part of your regular exam.
Finding changes early gives the best chance to look into them quickly and get the right follow up care.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about oral cancer screenings.
Screening is recommended for most adults as part of a routine visit, and it is especially important if you use tobacco or drink alcohol regularly. Anyone who notices a sore, lump, or patch that does not heal should also be checked. Dr. Perimenis includes it as a normal part of thorough care.
Dr. Perimenis looks at and gently feels your lips, tongue, cheeks, and throat for anything unusual. The check is quick and painless and fits easily into a regular exam, so you may barely notice it happening.
The screening usually takes just a couple of minutes. It is done alongside your other exam steps, so it does not add much to your visit.
A screening looks for early signs that may need a closer look, and it is not a diagnosis on its own. If something stands out, Dr. Perimenis will explain the next steps and help arrange any follow up.
There is nothing to recover from, since the screening is simply a careful look and feel. You will be told right away if anything should be watched or followed up.
