Oral Cancer Screening

Oral Cancer Screening

Oral cancer affects over 54,000 Americans every year. When caught early, the 5-year survival rate exceeds 84%. When caught late — after it has spread — that rate drops dramatically. Regular professional screening is the most reliable way to catch oral cancer at its most treatable stage.

At Westar Dental, oral cancer screening is included in every comprehensive exam at no additional charge. Dr. Oh performs a thorough visual and tactile examination of all oral tissues — lips, tongue, floor of the mouth, palate, cheeks, and throat — looking for unusual lumps, patches, or color changes.

The entire screening takes approximately 5 minutes and is completely painless. If anything unusual is identified, Dr. Oh will discuss it with you immediately and refer you to an oral medicine specialist if needed. Early action saves lives — and it starts here.

• Included at every comprehensive exam — no extra charge, ever
• Visual and tactile examination of all soft oral tissues
• Checks lips, tongue, cheeks, palate, throat, and floor of the mouth
• Takes approximately 5 minutes — completely painless
• Early detection dramatically improves treatment outcomes and survival
• Immediate referral if any suspicious lesion or tissue change is found