The Importance of Oral Pathology Exams
Your mouth is considered by many to be the gateway to the body and is a sensitive area that is susceptible to disease. Oral pathology is the study, diagnosis and treatment of disease in the mouth, throat, jaw and related structures. One of the most common, and deadly, diseases is oral cancer, but if caught early, can be treated to prevent the spreading or worsening of cancer. Our oral surgeons are capable of gentle and effective removal of cancerous and pre-cancerous tissues to preserve your health.
It is important to be routinely evaluated for signs of oral cancer through oral pathology exams. We can perform these evaluations when you come in for treatments, but many times your general dentist will refer you to our practice for a biopsy or removal of suspected tissue. We utilize a CO2 laser to gently remove pre-cancerous or cancerous tissues in cases of oral cancer. This laser allows us to remove tissue with less damage to surrounding tissue and promotes faster healing.