Oral Cancer Screenings
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Oral cancer is a very serious disease, but it can be more easily treated if caught at the earliest stages. We offer regular oral cancer screenings to prevent disease and protect your overall health.
We use ViziLite® advanced technology to identify and evaluate precancerous or suspicious lesions that may not be visible during a visual exam.
Oral cancer includes cancers of the lips, tongue, floor of the mouth, cheeks, throat (pharynx), sinuses, and hard and soft palate. While oral cancer can usually be successfully treated when detected early, most cases of oral cancer are not detected until they have progressed into a more serious, advanced stage that is much more difficult to treat. In fact, oral cancer may be life-threatening. At our office, we are dedicated to doing all we can to detect and treat oral cancers and other abnormalities at the earliest possible stage. During your routine dental cleanings and exams at our office, Drs Rainey and Montalvo and team will perform an oral cancer screening to check for the signs of oral cancer.
The following are common symptoms of oral cancer:
- A persistent sore throat or feeling that something is caught at the back of the throat
- Unexplained bleeding in the mouth
- A persistent or lasting sore on the face, neck, or mouth that bleeds easily and does not heal within two weeks
- Unexplained loss of feeling, pain, or numbness in the face, neck, or mouth
- Lumps, bumps, or rough spots on the gums, lips, or other parts of the mouth
- Red, white or speckled red-and-white patches in the mouth
- Difficulty chewing, speaking or swallowing
- A change in the way your teeth or dentures fit together
- Ear pain
We may utilize dental X-rays to further evaluate your smile and ensure that you receive the dental care you need. Regular dental cleanings and exams are essential in maintaining good oral health, preventing cavities and gum disease, and treating any damaging conditions as early as possible. To schedule your next appointment, we invite you to contact us today. We look forward to caring for your smile!
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Why Choose Us?
At the office of Russell B. Rainey, DMD, we work hard to develop caring and personal relationships with our patients. We strive to provide a welcoming, comfortable environment where every patient can feel safe, even those suffering from dental fears. We chose the pineapple to represent our practice as it is a symbol of hospitality and it also represents the personalized care we provide to our patients every day. We look forward to serving you!
Testimonials
"Patient focused care. Completely different experience from other high patient volume practices I've attempted to join. The dentists love what they do and you can truly feel it when you're in their presence. Elizabeth the hygienist is amazing as well."
"My family has been with Dr Rainey since his coming to Tallahassee. We have never been displeased. We are family."
"My family has been with Dr Rainey since his coming to Tallahassee. We have never been displeased. We are family."