It is important to note that nearly 75% of oral cancers are linked to behavioural habits such as smoking, chewing tobacco/pan/gutkha & heavy alcohol.
Mouth cancer is one of the several types of cancers grouped in a category called head & neck cancers.
There are no specific symptoms of oral cancer. But if you notice any of these oral signs for more than 10days, then visit us.
- White or red spot / patch on mucosa or gums
- A lip or mouth sore that doesn’t heal
- A mass or growth anywhere in your mouth
- Difficulty in chewing & swallowing
- Persistant burning sensation
- Red, irritated or inflamed areas
- Unusual bleeding from the mouth
- Teeth that move / loose teeth
- Wound or lump
- Ear ache that doesn’t go away
- Dramatic weight loss
- Jaw pain or stiffness
Oral cancer screening at Dr Shirisha’s Dental Studio involves diagnosing & managing cancers of mouth such as precancerous cysts, cancerous lesions & tumors
A visual screening is done first to spot abnormalities.
We examine your tongue & inside of the mouth for any red or white spots or sores. Feeling the tissues in your mouth for lumps or other abnormalities
Intra oral images are taken to document the appearance of any abnormality or lesion.
Oral brush biopsy.
A newer, simple technique to detect oral cancer in which, a small brush is used to gather cell samples of a suspicious area. The specimen is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
