Oral Cancer Screening in NE Calgary

An oral cancer screening is a careful visual and hands-on check of your mouth and throat. It is quick and part of your regular exam. During the screening, our team checks:

• Your lips
• Your tongue
• The inside of your cheeks
• The floor of your mouth
• The roof of your mouth
• Your throat

Early changes in the mouth are often painless, so you may not notice them yourself. Screening gives your dentist the chance to spot anything unusual early. Tobacco use and heavy alcohol consumption make screening even more important, but anyone can benefit from regular checks.

Between visits, tell your dentist if you notice any of these changes:

• A sore or ulcer that does not heal after two weeks
• White or red patches in your mouth
• A lump or thickened area
• Pain or difficulty when swallowing or chewing
• Numbness in your mouth or lips
• A change in the way your teeth fit together

These signs do not always mean cancer, but they should always be checked.

If we see something that needs a closer look, we will explain what we saw and recommend the next step. That may include monitoring the area, further testing or a referral to a specialist. Many changes in the mouth turn out to be harmless.

We offer direct billing to insurance. We accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan for eligible Canadians and Non-Insured Health Benefits for First Nations and Inuit patients. Please confirm your coverage with our office before your visit.