Oral Pathology
The inside of the mouth is lined with a special type of skin (mucosa) that is smooth and coral pink in color. Any alteration in this appearance could be a warning sign for a pathological process. The most serious of these is oral cancer.
Signs of the beginning of pathological process or cancerous growth are:
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Reddish patches (erythoplasia) or whitish patches (leukoplakia) in the mouth.
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A sore that fails to heal and bleeds easily
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A lump or thickening on the skin lining the inside of the mouth
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Chronic sore throat or hoarseness
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Difficulty in chewing or swallowing.
These changes can be detected on the
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Lips
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Cheeks
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Palate
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Gum Tissue around the teeth
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Tongue
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Face
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Neck
Pain does not always occur with pathology
You should never ignore pain, sores or lumps. Dr. Landis is qualified to answer any questions or concerns you may have.