{"id":9940,"date":"2019-09-20T09:20:14","date_gmt":"2019-09-20T09:20:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/socaldentalcare.com\/north-hollywood-ca\/oral-cancer-screening\/"},"modified":"2019-09-20T09:20:14","modified_gmt":"2019-09-20T09:20:14","slug":"oral-cancer-screening","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.socaldentalcare.com\/north-hollywood-ca\/oral-cancer-screening\/","title":{"rendered":"Oral Cancer Screening"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Oral Cancer Screening begin - editable - r01 13974 Xv4.484  Wv10.170 j25 rf -->\n<div class=\"services-page\">\n<section class=\"inner-topbar bg-primary\"><\/section>\n<section class=\"page-data\"><!-- Page Level Content -->\n<link itemprop=\"audience\" href=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Patient\" \/>\n<link itemprop=\"specialty\" href=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Dentistry\" \/>\n<link rel=\"prev\" href=https:\/\/www.socaldentalcare.com\/north-hollywood-ca\/routine-dental-procedures\/ \/>\n<link rel=\"next\" href=https:\/\/www.socaldentalcare.com\/north-hollywood-ca\/oral-hygiene-basics\/ \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Oral Cancer Screening\" \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"about\" content=\"Oral cancer screening exams are important in cancer prevention\" \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Every day over 100 Americans diagnosed with oral cancer. 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If you have not yet taken this life-saving measure, you should. Oral cancer is a disease not frequently discussed. There are few, if any, advertising campaigns, walks, or fundraisers supporting its treatment. Still, oral cancer claims one life every day in the United States. The reason for the high mortality rate is that most people do not seek medical help until the cancer has advanced. As with all forms of cancer, early detection and treatment are critical to the ability to be cured. 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Most people never have an oral cancer screening, and this is why the cancer is not detected at an early stage. At our North Hollywood, CA dental practice, we suggest that you visit us for a screening right away if you have never received one. Otherwise, you can generally have this done bi-annually. If you live in or near the North Hollywood area, call <a title=\"Click to call SoCal Dental Care at (818) 821-8308\" href=\"tel:+1-818-821-8308\" class=\"TLBC\" id=\"CTC-Phone-Formatted-0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">(818) 821-8308<\/a> to schedule an appointment with our office.<\/p>\n<a name=\"what-happens-during-an-oral-cancer-screening\"><\/a>\n<h3 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">What does an oral cancer screening entail?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>At SoCal Dental Care, we will look for signs of abnormal tissue. Typically, we will see visible symptoms like red and white bumps, hard lumps, rough patches, or changes in the position of your teeth. Much of the screening is done visually. However, we will also feel your cheeks and the inside of your mouth while wearing gloves. This is to identify whether or not you have any strange or hard lumps within this tissue. Remember, oral cancer can impact all areas of the mouth, so the examination must be thorough. Since technology is constantly improving, we may use other testing resources when you come in and will be happy to discuss the process with you when you visit our dental office. We guarantee that the test is gentle and that you should feel comfortable during it.<\/p>\n<h3 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">How frequently should I have an oral cancer screening?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>We recommend that you visit our North Hollywood, CA dentist office for your first exam. Based on your risk factors and what we see, we will let you know how frequently you need an examination. If you are a high-risk patient, we may suggest annual screenings.<\/p>\n<\/div><!-- \/.col -->\n<\/div><!-- \/.row -->\n<\/div><!-- \/.main-service-content .section-block --><!-- \/sContent mute -->\n\n<div class=\"call-out center-align bg-secondary\"><!-- sContent-Yelp -->\n<p id=\"yelp-reviews-north-hollywood-ca\"><i class=\"fa fa-yelp fa-lg\"><\/i> Check out what others are saying about our oral cancer screening services on Yelp: <a title=\"Search Yelp for Oral Cancer Screening North Hollywood\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/socal-dental-care-north-hollywood\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TLBC text-contrast\" id=\"CLYP-Oral-Cancer-Screening\">Oral Cancer Screening North Hollywood<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><!-- \/.call-out --><!-- \/sContent-Yelp -->\n\n<div class=\"main-service-content section-block\"><!-- sContent Background -->\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col s12 m12 l12\">\n<h2 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">Who is susceptible to getting oral cancer?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>The common misconception is that only older men get oral cancer. It used to be that men got oral cancer at a 10:1 ratio to women. Over time, the statistics have changed, most likely because the habits of men and women are now more similar. With more women drinking alcohol and smoking, the published ratios are now 2:1. Recently, medical research has proven that some strains of the HPV virus also cause oral cancer. This has changed the way we look at this cancer and who we need to screen for it. The HPV virus can be contracted as early as the teenage years, meaning that both men and women, seniors and teens, could come down with this terrible disease. We recommend that all adults be screened for oral cancer. However, if you smoke, drink alcohol, or know you have the HPV virus, you should be particularly diligent about doing so.<\/p>\n<a name=\"treatment-for-oral-cancer\"><\/a>\n<h3 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">Do you treat oral cancer?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>No, at SoCal Dental Care, we do not treat oral cancer. We help to catch it. When it comes to cancer, early detection is of critical importance. It can literally save your life. Since we are the most familiar with how your mouth looks normally, we are prepared to identify any abnormalities. If we see anything that looks like pre-cancer or cancer, we will may perform a biopsy. This is where a portion of the tissue is taken from your mouth for further testing. In some cases, we may refer you directly to an oncologist in the North Hollywood area so they can perform further tests and then discuss treatment options with you.<\/p>\n<h3 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">When to call us:<\/h3>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>You can be the first line of defense when it comes to catching oral cancer. We recommend that you spend a few seconds examining your mouth after brushing your teeth. All you need to do is run your tongue along your cheeks, gums, and the roof of your mouth. If you notice any rough patches, lumps or bumps, make note of it. Do the same thing a few days later. If what you felt was the result of being sick or eating food that was too abrasive, it should go away after a few days. When it doesn't, you need to call our office for an oral cancer screening and examination. The other thing to watch for is teeth that move for no particular reason. If they are pushed out of place, something must have been pushing them. Occasionally, that something is cancer.<\/p>\n<a name=\"anything-i-can-do\"><\/a>\n<h3 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">How can I prevent oral cancer?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>The most important thing you can do for decreasing your risk is to stop chewing smokeless tobacco products. This is the biggest historical risk for developing oral cancer. While it is better for your lungs than smoking cigarettes, it can increase your risk for oral cancer by 60 times! You should also stop smoking all tobacco products and limit how much alcohol you drink. It does not appear that alcohol in limited quantities is dangerous, but if you drink regularly or binge drink, you are at a greater risk. You also need to limit your sun exposure and prevent sunburns whenever possible. As for the HPV virus, you should speak with your general physician to find out if you are a candidate for the vaccine. You may also want to be tested to find out if you already have the virus.<\/p>\n<\/div><!-- \/.col -->\n<\/div><!-- \/.row -->\n<\/div><!-- \/.main-service-content .section-block --><!-- \/sContent Background -->\n\n<div class=\"call-out bg-secondary\"><!-- Call-out block -->\n<h3 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\">Call Us Today<\/h3>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Regular oral cancer screenings can save your life. If you live in North Hollywood, CA, we encourage you to call <a title=\"Click to call SoCal Dental Care at 818-821-8308\" href=\"tel:+1-818-821-8308\" class=\"TLBC\" id=\"CTC-Phone-Hyphens-0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">818-821-8308<\/a> and schedule an appointment with our dental office today.<\/p>\n<\/div><!-- \/.call-out --><!-- \/Call-out block -->\n<div class=\"faq-section section-block bg-primary\"><!-- sContent secondary -->\n<h5 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\" class=\"text-contrast center-align\">Questions Answered on This Page<\/h5>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"questions text-contrast\"><span>Q.<\/span> <a title=\"Q. What happens during an oral cancer screening?\" href=https:\/\/www.socaldentalcare.com\/north-hollywood-ca\/oral-cancer-screening\/#what-happens-during-an-oral-cancer-screening class=\"TLBC\" id=\"SPQA-Oral-Cancer-Screening\">What happens during an oral cancer screening?<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"questions text-contrast\"><span>Q.<\/span> <a title=\"Q. Do you provide treatment for oral cancer?\" href=https:\/\/www.socaldentalcare.com\/north-hollywood-ca\/oral-cancer-screening\/#treatment-for-oral-cancer class=\"TLBC\" id=\"SPQA-Oral-Cancer-Screening\">Do you provide treatment for oral cancer?<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"questions text-contrast\"><span>Q.<\/span> <a title=\"Q. 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Why is preventative dental care so important?\" href=https:\/\/www.socaldentalcare.com\/north-hollywood-ca\/preventative-dental-care\/#preventative-dental-care-important class=\"TLBC\" id=\"PAA-Preventative-Dental-Care\">Why is preventative dental care so important?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><!-- \/.faq-section .section-block - sContent secondary -->\n\n<div class=\"definitions section-block bg-secondary z-depth-1\"><!-- Dental Definition List -->\n<h5 itemprop=\"alternativeHeadline\" class=\"text-contrast\">Definition of Dental Terminology<\/h5>\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<style>\n.definition-flex {\ndisplay: flex;\nflex-wrap: wrap;\n}\n<\/style>\n<dl>\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Biopsy<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>A biopsy is a medical test that a medical professional uses to extract a sample of tissue to determine the exact cause of a disease.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid hide-on-med-and-up\"><\/div>\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Dental Checkup<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>A dental checkup is an appointment that involves cleaning the teeth, identifying any signs of infection and removing said signs of infection at least once every six months in the office.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Dental Prophylaxis<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>A dental prophylaxis is a professional and detailed cleaning that involves the removal of plaque, calculus and stains from the teeth.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt><dfn class=\"text-contrast\">Dentist<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Dysphagia<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>Dysphagia is the difficulty or discomfort hat one can experience when swallowing due to this disease.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt><dfn class=\"text-contrast\">Gingivitis<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>Gingivitis is the inflammation of gum tissue that results from plaque, other infections in the mouth and poor oral hygiene.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Oral Cavity<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>The term oral cavity is another name for the mouth, including the lips, cheeks, gums, teeth, the front of the tongue and the roof of the mouth.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Oral Mucosa<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>The oral mucosa is the mucous membrane that lines the inside of the mouth consisting of oral epithelium and lamina propria.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>Oral squamous cell carcinoma is a common form of oral cancer that occurs within the mouth, which can also result from excessive smoking and alcohol use.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Otalgia<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>Otalgia is a type of earache that can result from multiple causes, including oral health issues and infections.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt class=\"text-contrast\"><dfn>Precancerous Lesions<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>Precancerous lesions are morphologically altered tissue that has a high probability of causing oral cancer to occur in those specific spots.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt><dfn class=\"text-contrast\">Preventive Dentistry<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>Preventive dentistry is the dentistry that focuses on maintaining oral health in order to prevent the spread of plaque, the formation of tartar and infections in the mouth.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row definition-flex\">\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt><dfn class=\"text-contrast\">Tartar<\/dfn><\/dt>\n<dd>Tartar forms when plaque builds up on the surface of the teeth and calcifies into a hard surface that is much more difficult to remove and will require professional treatment.<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col m6 s12\">\n<div class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<dt 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