Oral Cancer Screenings at Dental Associates Grimes

During an oral cancer screening, with gloved hands, your dentist looks over the inside of your mouth checking for red or white patches and sores. They will also feel the tissues in your mouth to check for lumps or other abnormalities. They may also examine your throat and neck for lumps.

People with a high risk of oral cancer may benefit from oral cancer screenings.Factors that may increase the risk of oral cancer are not limited to:

• Tobacco use of any kind, including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco, and snuff, among others.
• Heavy Alcohol Use
• Previous Oral Cancer diagnosis or family history 
• History of significant sun exposure, which increases the risk of lip cancer

Please contact us to schedule an appointment – We’re excited to meet you, and give you the best possible dental care in Des Moines!