At Orange Blossom Dentistry, we prioritize your well-being by including comprehensive oral cancer screenings as part of your routine dental care. Using advanced methods, Dr. Jessica Nixon and Dr. Ryan Garske can quickly and accurately detect abnormalities, helping to ensure early diagnosis and successful treatment.

Committed to Protecting Your Health

Our practice in Orange Park is dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients from Fleming Island, Middleburg, and the surrounding areas. With our thorough oral cancer screenings, we aim to detect potential concerns early and support your long-term health with personalized, expert attention.

Why Is Oral Cancer Screening Important?

Oral cancer can develop in the mouth, throat, or lips and often presents no symptoms in its early stages. Regular screenings can:

• Detect Early Signs: Identify precancerous or cancerous conditions before they become advanced.
• Increase Survival Rates: Early detection significantly improves the likelihood of successful treatment.
• Protect Overall Health: Addressing potential concerns early helps prevent more serious complications.

What to Expect During an Oral Cancer Screening

At Orange Blossom Dentistry, oral cancer screenings are quick, painless, and thorough:

1. Visual Examination: Dr. Nixon or Dr. Garske will inspect your mouth, tongue, and lips for unusual discoloration, lesions, or swelling.
2. Palpation: We will gently feel your jaw, neck, and lymph nodes for lumps or abnormalities.
3. Advanced Screening Tools: In some cases, we may use specialized lights or technologies to detect subtle changes in tissue.

These screenings are an integral part of your routine checkups, ensuring we monitor your oral health closely.

Risk Factors for Oral Cancer

While oral cancer can affect anyone, certain factors may increase your risk, including:

• Tobacco Use: Smoking or chewing tobacco significantly raises the likelihood of developing oral cancer.
• Excessive Alcohol Consumption: Alcohol, especially when combined with tobacco, is a major risk factor.
• HPV (Human Papillomavirus): Certain strains of HPV are associated with oral cancer.
• Age: People over 40 are at higher risk, although younger individuals can also be affected.
• Sun Exposure: Prolonged exposure to sunlight increases the risk of lip cancer.

How to Reduce Your Risk

Proactively protecting your health is essential. Here’s how you can reduce your risk of oral cancer:

• Avoid tobacco and limit alcohol consumption.
• Maintain a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables.
• Use lip balm with SPF to protect against harmful UV rays.
• Schedule regular dental checkups that include oral cancer screenings.

Why Choose Orange Blossom Dentistry?

At Orange Blossom Dentistry, we combine expertise with compassion to deliver the best care for our patients. Here’s why patients from Orange Park, Fleming Island, and Middleburg trust us:

• Proactive Prevention: Our screenings are designed to detect potential issues early for the best possible outcomes.
• Advanced Technology: We use cutting-edge tools to provide precise and thorough evaluations.
• Personalized Care: Dr. Nixon and Dr. Garske tailor screenings and follow-ups to your individual needs.

Schedule Your Oral Cancer Screening Today!

Take a proactive step in protecting your health with an oral cancer screening at Orange Blossom Dentistry. Early detection could save your life. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

• Call Us: (904) 351-0399
• Visit Us: 1725 Village Way, Orange Park, FL 32073

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