Oral pathology is a specialized area of dentistry that 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. Early detection offers significant benefits, which is why routine screening remains a top priority for our team.
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 gums, jaw, natural 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 are oral and maxillofacial specialists who bring years of expertise to every exam. They will perform a complete head and neck exam, which includes the oral cavity, in order to reach an accurate diagnosis and determine if a biopsy is required.
Because pathology concerns can be complex, many dentists refer their patients to specialists like ours for further evaluation. If a biopsy is needed, our team will discuss the findings with you and explain our recommended treatment plan, so we can diagnose and treat any concerns as effectively as possible.
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 gums, jaw, natural 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 are oral and maxillofacial specialists who bring years of expertise to every exam. They will perform a complete head and neck exam, which includes the oral cavity, in order to reach an accurate diagnosis and determine if a biopsy is required.
Because pathology concerns can be complex, many dentists refer their patients to specialists like ours for further evaluation. If a biopsy is needed, our team will discuss the findings with you and explain our recommended treatment plan, so we can diagnose and treat any concerns as effectively as possible.
True North Oral Surgery & Implants performs oral pathology and other oral surgery services, including wisdom teeth removal, in Woodbury, Maplewood & Forest Lake, MN. We welcome new patients and are happy to help, whether this is your first visit or you’ve been a patient with us for years. Contact us to schedule an appointment for an oral exam.