Oral Cancer Screening in Manhattan, NYC

Why Oral Cancer Screenings Matter

Oral cancer often develops silently, showing few signs in its earliest stages. By the time symptoms become noticeable, the disease may have already progressed. That’s why dentists are often the first line of defense in spotting abnormal changes in the mouth.

Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes. We recommend screenings as part of every routine dental exam, particularly for adults over age 40 or those with known risk factors such as tobacco or alcohol use.

What We Look For During a Screening

Your provider will visually and physically examine areas including:

• Lips and cheeks
• Gums and tongue
• Roof and floor of the mouth
• Back of the throat
• Jaw and neck area

We check for signs such as:

• Persistent ulcers or sores
• Red or white patches
• Lumps, swellings, or thickened tissues
• Difficulty swallowing
• Numbness or pain without a known cause

If we notice anything suspicious, we may recommend additional testing, referral to a specialist, or follow-up imaging—depending on the finding.

Advanced Screening with Intraoral Technology

Using tools like intraoral cameras, we can closely examine areas that may not be easily visible to the naked eye. These high-resolution images help document and monitor changes over time, ensuring we track anything that might need further evaluation.

Digital documentation also makes it easier to communicate with medical specialists should a biopsy or follow-up exam be necessary.

Screening as Part of Preventive Dental Care

At both of our Manhattan offices, oral cancer screening is included as part of your preventive visit—not as an extra or optional service. It’s performed during your regular cleanings and exams and is quick enough to complete within minutes.

This integrated approach reflects our commitment to total health dentistry. When you come in for care, we’re looking at more than just teeth—we’re evaluating your overall oral health with your long-term wellbeing in mind.

Care from Trusted Manhattan Providers

Dr. Yohan Kim, Dr. Violet Jang, Dr. Jonathan Wu, Dr. Sahiba Atwal-Purewal, and Dr. Kate Zhang are deeply committed to comprehensive, prevention-focused dentistry. Their clinical approach includes regular screenings, detailed documentation, and open communication with patients. If anything requires further testing or diagnosis, you’ll be informed right away and guided through the next steps with clarity and care.

Our patients appreciate this proactive approach—especially when it means detecting problems early enough to make a meaningful difference.