General & Family Care

Oral Cancer Screening in St. Albert, AB

Overview

Early Detection,
Better Outcomes.

At Riverside Landing Dental in St. Albert, oral cancer screening is included as part of every routine checkup — a quick, painless examination that checks for signs of cancerous or pre-cancerous changes in the mouth, lips, tongue, throat, and surrounding tissues. Early detection is one of the most important factors in successful treatment, and because the screening is built into your regular visit, there's no additional appointment or cost. We offer direct billing to most major insurance plans, including Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, and Alberta Blue Cross.

No special preparation is required. Your dentist visually inspects your mouth for unusual patches, sores, or asymmetries, and gently palpates the tissues to feel for lumps or thickening. If anything unusual is found, we'll discuss next steps and refer you to a specialist if needed.

Risk Factors for Oral Cancer

  • Tobacco use in any form (cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco)
  • Heavy or regular alcohol consumption
  • Previous oral cancer diagnosis
  • Prolonged sun exposure (lip cancer)
  • Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection
  • Age (more common in adults over 40)
  • Poor diet low in fruits and vegetables

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Same-day emergency appointments available. New patients always welcome — no referral needed.

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Office Hours

Mon / Tue / Thu12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wed / Fri9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
SundayClosed

FAQ

Common
Questions

Oral cancer screening typically takes just a few minutes and is included as part of your routine dental examination at Riverside Landing Dental in St. Albert — no separate appointment needed.

Not at all. The examination is visual and involves gentle palpation — there are no needles or instruments involved.

If we identify an area of concern, we'll discuss it with you clearly and calmly, and refer you to the appropriate specialist for further evaluation. In most cases, findings are benign.

New Patients Welcome

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We welcome patients of all ages — no referral needed. Book online or give us a call today.

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Address

10 Rose Gate, Suite 410
St. Albert, AB, T8N 7Y3

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Office Hours

Monday12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
SundayClosed
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No referral needed. New patients always welcome.

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