Oral cancer screening in Timonium
Early detection matters. Your checkup includes a quick, pain-free oral cancer screening—with ViziLite technology to help spot abnormal cells. Recommended once a year for every patient over eighteen.
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ViziLite screen
Oral cancer screening in Timonium
1 screening every year
Recommended for all patients over eighteen.
ViziLite reveals abnormal cells
A special solution turns abnormal cells blue under ViziLite’s light.
Part of your regular checkup
Quick and easy, and done during your general dentistry appointment.
Every dental service in Timonium, all in one place.
Oral cancer screening is one part of a full-service practice, and every one of these dental services is available in the same Timonium office.
Oral cancer screening, step by step
Here’s how an oral cancer screening fits into your regular visit.
Screening at your checkup
The screening is part of your routine checkup. It’s quick and pain-free, and it checks the soft tissues of your mouth, throat and tongue for any abnormalities.
A closer look with ViziLite
A special solution turns cell abnormalities blue so they are easy to see under ViziLite’s light. Signs of oral cancer can be detected in as little as ten minutes.
Next steps if needed
If an area needs more attention, non-surgical techniques such as t-blue staining and Oral CDX cellular analysis are available right in the office, and Dr. Haywood will talk you through the findings.
Patients in Timonium and Towson. In their words.
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“Happy I found a true dentist that appreciates a biological approach to dental care. Very informative, and the entire staff were super friendly and helpful with me as a new patient.”—N. S.
“I’ve finally found my dentist and I couldn’t be happier! Really impressed by how comfortable they made me feel from the moment I walked in. The whole team at Dr. Haywood’s office is warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive.”—Andrew
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Oral cancer is a serious, life-threatening condition that affects over thirty thousand Americans every year. Early diagnosis increases the likelihood of more successful treatment, so a regular screening helps protect you from its more harmful effects.
The practice recommends that all patients over eighteen be screened once a year. Regular screenings are especially important for anyone over 40, anyone who smokes and anyone with a family history of cancer.
Alcohol, infection, the HPV virus and smoking have all been implicated in the onset of oral cancer. If you’d like to know whether you might be at risk, ask at your next visit or call the office. Contact the office.
ViziLite is a screening tool used to identify abnormal cells or other signs of oral cancer. A unique solution turns cell abnormalities blue so they are easy to see under ViziLite’s light, which helps with early detection. It is available during office examinations.
Not long. The process is easy, and ViziLite can detect signs of oral cancer in as little as ten minutes, so the screening fits into your regular general dentistry appointment. See general dentistry services.
No. The screening is quick and pain-free. It checks the soft tissues of your mouth, throat and tongue for anything abnormal.
A screening highlights areas that need a closer look. Non-surgical techniques for identifying cancer, including t-blue staining and Oral CDX cellular analysis, are available right in the office, and Dr. Haywood will explain what the findings mean and discuss your next steps with you.
No. If you notice anything in your mouth that concerns you, call the office rather than waiting for your next routine visit, and the team can schedule a screening. Request an appointment.
Digital X-rays help spot decay, infection and abnormalities early, and intraoral cameras let the team zoom in on each section of your mouth, so problems can be seen and explained clearly. See our dental technology.
108 W Timonium Rd, Ste 200, Timonium, MD 21093, serving Timonium, Towson, Pikesville, Baltimore and the surrounding communities. The practice is out of network with insurance companies: you pay at the time of service, and the office files the paperwork on your behalf for maximum reimbursement. HSA and flex plans are welcome, and financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry. See financing options.