Oral Cancer Screening
Oral Cancer Screening in Mississauga | Early Detection Saves Lives
Comprehensive Oral Cancer Screenings at Shahad Thomas Dental
At Shahad Thomas Dental in Mississauga, we prioritize your long-term health with routine oral cancer screenings during dental exams. Early detection significantly improves treatment success rates, and our advanced screening methods help identify abnormalities before they develop into serious problems.
Why Oral Cancer Screening Matters
✔ Early detection increases survival rates to 80-90%
✔ Quick, painless procedure during regular checkups
✔ Critical for high-risk patients (smokers, heavy drinkers)
✔ Can detect precancerous lesions before they develop
Oral cancer claims one life every hour in North America. Don’t become a statistic.
Our Advanced Screening Techniques
1. Visual & Tactile Examination
Comprehensive inspection of lips, gums, tongue, and throat
Palpation of jaw and neck for unusual lumps
2. Toluidine Blue Staining
Special blue dye highlights suspicious lesions
Darker areas indicate potential abnormalities
3. Fluorescence Visualization
Special light makes healthy tissue appear different from abnormal tissue
Non-invasive method to identify problem areas
4. Brush Biopsy (When Needed)
Gentle cell collection from suspicious areas
Microscopic analysis for abnormal cells
Who Needs Regular Screenings?
While everyone benefits, these groups should be especially vigilant:
Tobacco users (smoking or chewing)
Heavy alcohol consumers
HPV-positive individuals
Those with family history of oral cancer
Patients with persistent mouth sores
Oral Cancer Warning Signs
🚩 Persistent mouth ulcers (2+ weeks)
🚩 Red or white patches in mouth
🚩 Unexplained bleeding or numbness
🚩 Difficulty swallowing or chewing
🚩 Chronic sore throat or hoarseness
Prevention Tips From Our Dental Team
1. Tobacco Cessation
Smoking increases risk 15 times
We offer resources to help you quit
2. Alcohol Moderation
Limit to 1 drink/day (women) or 2 drinks/day (men)
Avoid tobacco-alcohol combination (35x higher risk)
3. Sun Protection
Use SPF lip balm
Wear wide-brimmed hats outdoors
4. HPV Vaccination
Gardasil protects against cancer-causing strains
5. Regular Dental Visits
Bi-annual exams include free visual screenings
Why Choose Our Mississauga Clinic?
✨ Early detection specialists
✨ Advanced screening technology
✨ Compassionate, thorough care
✨ Convenient appointment times
Schedule Your Screening Today
Early detection could save your life. Contact us now for peace of mind.
📍 Address: 3580 Thomas St. Unit 203, Mississauga, ON L5M 0G2
📞 Phone: (905) 285-0200
🌐 Website: shahadthomasdental.ca
Your oral health is our priority. Book your screening today.