Mouth cancer is one of the fastest-growing cancers in the UK, and early detection dramatically improves outcomes. At Form Dental, every patient receives a thorough mouth cancer screening as a routine part of their check-up, at no extra charge. It takes only a few minutes and could make all the difference.
This treatment is ideal if you
We carry out a careful visual and physical examination of your lips, tongue, cheeks, the floor and roof of your mouth, and your throat. We are looking for any unusual patches, lumps, ulcers, or changes in colour or texture that could indicate an early problem. We also feel the lymph nodes in your neck. The whole process takes just a few minutes and is completely painless.
Mouth cancer can affect anyone, but certain factors increase risk: smoking or using tobacco products, drinking alcohol regularly, infection with the HPV virus, and prolonged sun exposure to the lips. However, a significant proportion of cases occur in people with none of these risk factors, which is why screening for everyone matters.
Do not wait for your next check-up if you notice any of the following: a mouth ulcer that has not healed after three weeks, a red or white patch inside your mouth, an unusual lump or swelling in the mouth or neck, persistent difficulty swallowing or a feeling that something is stuck in your throat, or unexplained pain or numbness in the mouth or lips. Please contact us promptly if you have any concerns.
If we notice anything that concerns us, we will discuss it with you calmly and refer you promptly to the appropriate specialist for further investigation. In most cases, findings turn out to be harmless, but we will always act quickly to give you peace of mind and the best possible outcome.
Why choose Form Dental
We're a private, family-run practice, not a corporate chain. Every appointment is given the time and attention it deserves.
Book your first appointment at our brand-new practice in Stapleford, South Cambridgeshire.
Dr Lara Phillips grew up in the area and founded Form Dental to offer the kind of care she believes every patient deserves.