Oral cancer screenings are usually administered as part of oral examinations. It is done to identify a potentially harmful disease that can be life-threatening. The gums, tongue, and other soft tissues of the mouth are checked for any irregularities.

What are some possible symptoms of oral cancer?

• Lumps
• Sores that do not heal
• Sores that bleed easily
• Pain or numbness in the mouth or lips
• Colour changes in oral tissues
• Teeth that do not fit together as they did before