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Detect oral cancer early when treatment is most effective with routine screenings during your dental visit. Dr. Charles Poblenz, DMD includes oral cancer screening as part of every comprehensive exam at JAX Dental Studio.
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Oral cancer is highly treatable when it is found early, which is exactly why we include a thorough screening in every comprehensive exam at JAX Dental Studio.
Dr. Charles Poblenz, DMD checks for signs of abnormal tissue and suspicious changes during your routine dental checkup. The screening is fast, painless, and needs no preparation. Recognizing oral cancer signs and symptoms between visits goes hand in hand with it.
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It is performed as part of your regular checkup, so there is nothing extra to schedule.
No separate appointment needed. The screening is built into your comprehensive exam.
Dr. Poblenz examines your lips, gums, tongue, cheeks, palate, throat, and the floor of your mouth for white or red patches, sores, or unusual changes.
He gently feels the jaw, neck, and lymph nodes for swelling or masses, and checks under the tongue with gauze.
If everything looks healthy, you are finished. If anything needs a closer look, he explains next steps before you leave.
We screen every patient at every exam, regardless of risk level. Certain factors make consistent screenings especially important. If any apply to you, let Dr. Poblenz know so we can build closer monitoring into your preventive care.
You do not need to wait for your next visit. Call us at (904) 396-4091 and we will get you seen promptly.
Depending on what Dr. Poblenz sees, we may recommend monitoring the area at a follow-up visit, a tissue biopsy, or a referral to a trusted oral pathology specialist in the Jacksonville area. Whatever the next step, we walk through it with you before you leave.
Dr. Poblenz grew up in Florida and returned to Jacksonville to begin his career after earning his DMD from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 2015. His membership in the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health reflects a care philosophy that goes beyond teeth, and oral cancer screening is one of the clearest expressions of it.
Through the Donated Dental Services program, he also provides complimentary care for vulnerable individuals in the Jacksonville community.
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Preventive screenings are typically covered under your annual dental benefits. Our team is happy to verify your coverage before your appointment.
For out-of-pocket costs, we offer CareCredit and Cherry, plus an in-house membership plan for patients without insurance. See our insurance and financing options.
Address: 3647 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Phone: (904) 396-4091
Hours: Mon to Thu, 8am to 4:30pm; Fri to Sun, closed
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At JAX Dental Studio, we perform an oral cancer screening at every comprehensive exam. For most patients, that means twice a year. If you have elevated risk factors, such as tobacco use, heavy alcohol consumption, or a history of HPV, Dr. Poblenz may recommend more frequent monitoring as part of your preventive care plan.
Not at all. The screening is painless and non-invasive. It involves a visual examination of the soft tissues in and around your mouth followed by a gentle hands-on check of the jaw and neck. There is nothing to prepare for.
Yes. While tobacco and heavy alcohol use are among the most significant risk factors, oral cancer can develop in people with no traditional risk factors. HPV-related oral cancers have been rising, particularly among younger adults. This is one of the main reasons we screen every patient at every visit, regardless of history.
Most abnormal findings turn out to be benign, but we take every concern seriously. Depending on what is observed, Dr. Poblenz may recommend a follow-up monitoring visit, a tissue biopsy for further examination, or a referral to a trusted oral pathology specialist in the Jacksonville area. He will explain the next steps clearly before you leave the office.
Oral cancer screenings are typically included as part of a comprehensive dental exam, which is covered under most dental benefit plans. We are in network with BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Cigna, Aetna, and Florida Combined Life. Our team is happy to verify your specific coverage before your appointment.
The screening takes less than five minutes and is completed as part of your regular dental exam. There is no extra appointment time required and nothing you need to do in advance.
Early signs can include white or red patches, sores that do not heal within two weeks, lumps, or rough areas in the mouth. Many of these changes are harmless, but any that persist should be checked.
Yes. Risk rises with age, but HPV-related oral cancers have been increasing among younger adults, including people without traditional risk factors such as smoking.
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Catching a problem early is always better than treating it late. Your screening is part of every comprehensive exam with Dr. Poblenz.
3647 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Mon to Thu: 8am to 4:30pm | Fri to Sun: Closed
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