Oral Biopsy

The most common symptoms of oral cancer are lumps or bumps, rough spots, crusts, or eroded areas on the lips, gums, or other areas inside the mouth. Persistent sores on the face, neck, or mouth that bleed easily and do not heal are other common characteristics. If you have symptoms that suggest oral cancer, our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania may recommend an oral biopsy.  

If your dentist or doctor thinks a particular area of your mouth looks suspicious, having an oral biopsy is the only way to confirm that oral cancer is a concern. At Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania, this procedure involves little discomfort and can be completed in no time. To perform a biopsy, one of our doctors will remove a small bit of the suspicious area. Then, a pathologist will examine the removed cells to check for cancer. It may take two weeks to receive results, but once the test results come back, we will be able to determine whether or not the patient has cancer, if so, what type it is, and we will be able to develop the best treatment plan.

To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.oralsurgerypa.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania located in Philadelphia, call 215-463-4141. 

Excisional Intra-Oral Tissue Biopsies at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania

Having a biopsy done is an important part of your oral health. When you have a lesion your dentist is concerned about and need to have a biopsy performed, trust the experienced team at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania. We can perform an excisional intra-oral tissue biopsy right here in Philadelphia, PA.

Excisional biopsies are performed when the abnormality (lesion) in question is located in an easily accessible area of the oral cavity. They are also usually performed when the lesion is less than 1 centimeter. In this type of biopsy, the entire lesion is removed. The lesion is then sent to a laboratory where it will be examined to find out the nature of it. Most biopsies can be performed with a local anesthesia while the patient is still awake.

Unusual areas in the mouth to have examined may include a new bump or patch of tissue that has changed color, texture, or size. Other signs to look for include a soreness or feeling like something is caught in the throat, swelling, difficulty swallowing, among other things. If any of these symptoms persist for more than two weeks, a full examination should be performed.

If you are experiencing a persistent and unusual change in your mouth or throat, be sure to schedule an appointment with your doctor for an examination. At Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania, we perform excisional intra-oral biopsies for our patients right in Philadelphia, PA. To schedule an appointment, call (215) 463-4141 or visit our website, www.oralsurgerypa.com.