Oral Cancer Screenings

Safeguard your health and wellbeing with quick and painless oral cancer screenings during your routine office visits.

Oral Cancer Screenings

Safeguard your health and wellbeing with quick and painless oral cancer screenings during your routine office visits.

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International Congress of Oral Implantologists

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Virginia Dental Association

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Northern Virginia Dental Society

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Academy of General Dentistry

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American Dental Association

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Oral Cancer Screenings in Alexandria, VA

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Preventive measures are always better than treatments. It is good practice to have regular dental exams and oral cancer screenings to ensure that you do not have any problems with your oral health. At Dental Masters, we recommend that our patients have an oral cancer screening one to two times per year during their regular exam appointment, and we conduct screenings quickly in our Alexandria and McLean locations.

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Why Do Oral Cancer Screenings Matter?

Oral cancer is a serious disease that can be deadly if not detected and treated early. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, approximately 53,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal cancer this year. Patients that are diagnosed sooner than later have a higher rate of survival. 

The Oral Cancer Screenings Process

During an oral cancer screening, your dentist will look for any red or white patches in your mouth, as well as any lumps or swellings. He or she will also feel around your neck for any lymph nodes that may be enlarged. If anything suspicious is found, your dentist may refer you to an oral surgeon or ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialist for further testing. This may include a biopsy, during which a small sample of tissue is removed and sent to a lab for analysis.

Why You Should Consider an Oral Cancer Screening

Everybody has a unique risk level to oral cancer. However, with such a quick and easy check, everybody should consider a screening. If you're curious whether you have a higher risk of oral cancer, here are some of the factors that come into play:

Tobacco use, including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and chewing tobacco 

Excessive alcohol consumption

A family or personal history of oral cancer 

Poor oral hygiene

HPV infection

Be Safe, Get Screened 

Don't take chances with your health– make sure to schedule an appointment for an oral cancer screening today. Dental Masters offers screenings that can easily pair with your dental cleaning every six months. With years of experience, we strive to make the process quick and make our patients feel as comfortable as possible when they visit. Contact us for more information or to schedule an appointment. 

For more information about oral cancer screenings or to request a consultation, call us at (703) 549-3300 or visit our contact page.

Why Choose Dental Masters

Serving Alexandria, VA Since 2015

We understand that there are many dental offices that you can choose from to receive care, so how do you choose who to trust with your dental health? At Dental Masters, we're proud to offer patients quality care backed by:

Over 15 Years of Dental Experience

Over 15 Years of Dental Experience

English & Spanish Speaking Staff

English & Spanish Speaking Staff

Kois Center Member and Trained Dentist

Kois Center Mentor and Trained Dentist

Specializing in Cosmetic Dentistry

Specializing in Cosmetic Dentistry

Academy of General Dentists Member

Academy of General Dentists Member

Board Certified Dental Implant Specialist

Board Certified Dental Implant Specialist

Hear What Our Happy Patients Have to Say

Nothing speaks more authentically to the level of care we provide than the words of our own satisfied patients. Take a look at what some of our current patients have said about the care they receive at Dental Masters!

Overall Rating: 4.8

150+ Reviews

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"I’ve been going to Dental Masters of Alexandria for years and a patient of Dr. Laviola since he started practicing here. He’s very personable, knowledgeable, takes time to explain procedures (I’ve had quite a few!) and is just an amazing dentist. The entire staff is wonderful, always helpful and friendly. Highly recommend!"

Aimee P.

"I have been a patient of Dr. Laviola's for several years now, and this is the best dental practice I have ever been to. Dr. Laviola and the whole team takes extraordinary care to make sure you are always comfortable throughout any cleaning and procedure, both major and minor (I have had both). The entire support team is also great."

Brett E.

"Dr. Laviola explained everything down to the last detail ..Soon after I was getting prepared for a life-changing event with dental implants. The surgery was so simple ..If you follow all instructions on medications there is little to no pain. The dental surgeon is amazing ..Everything from start to finish was done with perfection."

Mark M.

Dental Financing Options

Caring for our patients means helping them feel as comfortable and stress-free as possible about their dental treatment– finances included! If worries about affordability are keeping you from making an appointment with us, we encourage you to explore financing options that can help you manage the cost of care. Check out the trusted companies we work with regularly to help ease the financial burden for our patients.

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