Prioritize Your Health With Early Screenings
Oral cancer affects thousands each year, but early detection is key to successful treatment. At Culver Village Dental in Culver City, CA, we offer comprehensive oral cancer screenings to support your oral health and peace of mind.
Our caring and professional team ensures that your screening experience is both thorough and comfortable. Though the thought of oral cancer can be unsettling, regular screenings and early intervention greatly increase the likelihood of a favorable outcome.
Advanced Oral Cancer Screening Care
Choosing the right dental provider is essential for your overall health. Here’s why Culver Village Dental is the best choice for your oral cancer screening in Culver City, CA:
Experienced and Compassionate Team
Our experienced team detects oral cancer early, prioritizing clear communication, comfort, and confidence throughout your screening for peace of mind.
Advanced Technology
We use state-of-the-art oral cancer screening technology, providing a more accurate and efficient examination to detect potential issues early.
Comfortable and Welcoming Environment
We prioritize your comfort with a relaxing atmosphere, gentle care, and amenities designed to ease dental anxiety and promote peace of mind.
Holistic Approach to Oral Health
Culver Village Dental emphasizes prevention, offering oral cancer screenings and tailored advice to help patients maintain optimal oral health daily.
Steps Involved in Oral Cancer Screening
Oral cancer screening is a quick and painless procedure designed to detect early signs of oral cancer. Here’s what you can expect during your appointment:
Initial Consultation
We'll start by discussing your medical history, lifestyle habits, and any concerns related to your oral health.
Visual Inspection
The dentist checks your mouth, lips, tongue, throat, and neck for unusual lumps, color changes, or other abnormal signs.
Palpation Exam
Your dentist will gently palpate (feel) areas like your cheeks, jaw, and lymph nodes to check for unusual swelling or tenderness.
Additional Tests (if needed)
If we find anything unusual, we may recommend simple tests like biopsies. These are quick, low-risk, and fully explained first.
5 Major Factors That Increase Your Risk of Oral Cancer
Oral cancer can affect anyone, but certain factors can significantly increase your risk. Recognizing these factors allows you to take proactive steps in prevention and early detection.
Tobacco Use
Smoking, chewing tobacco, and using smokeless cigarettes are major contributors to the development of oral cancer.
Heavy Alcohol Consumption
Excessive alcohol consumption increases oral cancer risk, especially when combined with tobacco use—avoid both for health.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
HPV-16 is increasingly linked to throat cancer in young, non-smoking individuals, raising growing health concerns.
Sun Exposure
Prolonged sun exposure harms lips and increases lip cancer risk, especially for people frequently outdoors.
Family History
Having a family history of oral cancer may slightly raise your risk due to genetic susceptibility factors.
