Oral Cancer Screening
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A quick, pain-free check of your mouth, throat and tongue, done during your regular visit.
Quick and pain-free
Done at your checkup
Recommended once a year
What's included
- A look at the soft tissues of your mouth, throat and tongue
- A ViziLite light exam to highlight abnormal cells
- A clear explanation of anything Dr. Haywood finds
- Next steps if an area needs a closer look
Who should be screened?
Every adult patient over eighteen, once a year. It matters most for anyone over 40, anyone who smokes and anyone with a family history of cancer.
How long does it take?
Not long. It fits into your regular checkup.
Early detection matters
Oral cancer is serious, and finding it early improves the chance of successful treatment. A yearly screening at your checkup is a simple way to stay ahead of it.
Benefits
A quick check for peace of mind.
Early detection
Changes are found while they are small and easier to treat.
Convenient
Done during your regular checkup, with no extra visit.
Pain-free
A gentle look and a light exam. Nothing hurts.
Peace of mind
You know where you stand, and what to watch for.
Clear next steps
If something needs a closer look, you hear the options first.
Real stories, real smiles
Spread the cost
Monthly plans through CareCredit and Cherry. Checking your options doesn't affect your credit score, and both give an instant decision.
*Subject to credit approval. Visit carecredit.com for details. For new CareCredit accounts as of 5/30/24: Purchase APR is 32.99%. Penalty APR is 39.99%. Minimum Interest Charge is $2. CareCredit is a Synchrony solution.
Screening at every checkup
A careful look, every year.
Dr. Steven Haywood, DDS, has more than 35 years of experience, including oral surgery training in a US Air Force residency. The team uses modern tools to see more of your mouth, more clearly.
ViziLite
A solution and light that make abnormal cells easier to see.
Intraoral camera
Zooms in on each part of your mouth, shown on screen.
Digital x-rays
Up to 90% less radiation than traditional film x-rays.
Follow-up tests
Non-surgical tests when an area needs a closer look.
How it works
A look at the soft tissues
At your checkup, Dr. Haywood checks your mouth, throat and tongue for anything unusual. It's quick and pain-free.
A closer look with ViziLite
A rinse makes abnormal cells easier to see under ViziLite's light.
Talk through the results
If an area needs attention, non-surgical tests such as t-blue staining and Oral CDX are available in the office, and Dr. Haywood explains your next steps.
Smile Guide
Plain answers about oral health and what to watch for.
Frequently asked questions
Why is an oral cancer screening important?
Oral cancer is a serious condition. Finding it early improves the chance of successful treatment, and a regular screening helps catch changes while they are small.
What increases the risk of oral cancer?
Smoking, alcohol, infection and the HPV virus have all been linked to oral cancer. Ask at your next visit if you'd like to talk about your own risk.
Does a screening hurt?
No. It's quick and pain-free, and it checks the soft tissues of your mouth, throat and tongue.
What happens if something abnormal is found?
A screening shows which areas need a closer look. It is not a diagnosis. Non-surgical tests are available in the office, and Dr. Haywood explains what the findings mean and your next steps.
How does payment work?
Southern York Smile Care is out of network with all insurers. You pay at the visit, and the office files the claim for you. Payment plans are available through CareCredit and Cherry.
Answers to common questions about oral cancer screening in Shrewsbury, PA.
Every mouth is different. Your treatment plan, timeline and cost are set at your consultation. Results vary from person to person.