Oral pathology encompasses oral disease, its causes, and its effects. Oral diseases have a number of causes, including biological, chemical, or physical agents or hormonal or developmental changes. Regular oral cancer screening is an essential part of protecting your oral health, since many oral health problems and cell changes don't generally cause obvious symptoms in their early stages.
Abnormal tissues in the head and neck regions are called lesions. Different types of lesions can indicate different pathologies; such as benign lesions or malignant lesions (cancers). These abnormalities can occur anywhere in the mouth, including the gum, jaw, teeth, and soft tissue, and they don't always cause pain — some lesions are generally painless, which is exactly why routine check ups matter. Our surgeons will perform a complete head and neck exam, which includes the oral cavity in order to determine if a biopsy is required.
Abnormal tissues in the head and neck regions are called lesions. Different types of lesions can indicate different pathologies; such as benign lesions or malignant lesions (cancers). These abnormalities can occur anywhere in the mouth, including the gum, jaw, teeth, and soft tissue, and they don't always cause pain — some lesions are generally painless, which is exactly why routine check ups matter. Our surgeons will perform a complete head and neck exam, which includes the oral cavity in order to determine if a biopsy is required.
True North Oral Surgery & Implants performs oral pathology in Woodbury, Maplewood & Forest Lake, MN. Contact us to schedule an appointment for an oral exam.