Oral Cancer Screenings in Henderson, NV

Early Detection That Could Save Your Life

Oral cancer is often painless in its early stages, which is why regular screenings are so important. When caught early, the survival rate for oral cancer is significantly higher. At Black Mountain Dental, Dr. Heeyup Ghim performs routine oral cancer checks during your dental exams and cleanings, offering peace of mind as part of your preventive care.

We use visual and tactile examination techniques—often with enhanced lighting or magnification—to identify any areas that may require further evaluation.

This simple, efficient screening could make a life-saving difference.

What We Look For During a Screening

An oral cancer screening is painless and takes just a few minutes. During your visit, we examine the soft tissues of your mouth, looking for:

• Red or white patches
  
• Persistent sores that don't heal
  
• Lumps or thickened tissue
  
• Unusual texture or swelling
  
• Changes in tongue or cheek lining
  
• Difficulty chewing or swallowing
  

We’ll also gently feel along your jaw, neck, and throat to detect any abnormalities in nearby lymph nodes or glands.

If we find anything that looks unusual, we’ll guide you through the next steps, which may include a referral to a specialist for further testing.

Who Should Get an Oral Cancer Screening?

While everyone should be screened regularly, people with the following risk factors should be especially vigilant:

• Tobacco use (smoking or smokeless)
  
• Frequent alcohol consumption
  
• Excessive sun exposure (linked to lip cancer)
  
• HPV (human papillomavirus) infection
  
• Family history of cancer
  
• Age 40 or older
  

Even if you don’t have any of these risk factors, oral cancer can still occur—which is why screenings are a key part of your preventive care plan.

Why Patients Trust Black Mountain Dental

At Black Mountain Dental, we value your time and your health. That’s why we’ve made oral cancer screenings a routine part of your regular visit—not an extra appointment or added procedure. It’s one more way we make your care efficient, comprehensive, and thoughtfully delivered.

• Every screening is done by Dr. Ghim himself
  
• We use modern visualization tools for early detection
  
• No extra appointment, cost, or hassle—just part of your visit
  
• We explain everything clearly and keep you informed
  

If further testing or follow-up is needed, we’ll guide you through it without delay.

For patients concerned about costs or out-of-network coverage, financing options are available to help make your care accessible and stress-free.