Bernstein Dental Care: Blog

An Oral Cancer Screening is an important part of the patient visit at Bernstein Dental Care. Oral Cancer Screening is an examination performed by Dr. Paul Bernstein to search for signs of cancer or precancerous conditions in the mouth. The goal of this procedure is to identify mouth cancer early when there is a greater chance for a cure. If you’ve never heard of an oral cancer screening before, ask about one the next time you visit. Most people who develop oral cancer first experience abnormal tissue changes. These are called “potentially malignant disorders,” and sometimes they become cancer. More than half the people with oral cancer have cancer that has spread (metastasized) at the time of diagnosis. The main goal of screening, therefore, is to identify potentially malignant cancer early so that it can be treated. Certain lifestyle choices can have a great impact on the health of tissues and your overall health in the mouth. If you are a smoker or heavy drinker, make sure to get reg...

Dr. Paul Bernstein of Bernstein Dental celebrates National Oral Cancer Awareness Month to educate patients on the benefits of oral cancer screening during a dental appointment. The goal of oral cancer screening is to identify symptoms of mouth cancer at an early stage when there is a greater chance for a cure. During your next dental appointment, don’t hesitate to ask about oral cancer screening. It’s important to know that just because Dr. Paul Bernstein suggests an oral cancer screening, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you have cancer, he just wants to take preventive measures. People who have a high risk of oral cancer may benefit more, but factors that increase a patient’s risk of oral cancer include tobacco use, heavy alcohol use, and/or history of significant sun exposure. If you have questions or concerns regarding oral cancer or oral cancer screening, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide, visit  www.bernsteindentalcare.com  for more information. To s...