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Combining Reflectance Confocal Microscopy with Optical Coherence Tomography for Noninvasive Diagnosis of Skin Cancers via Image Acquisition
Published on: August 18, 2022
Interdisciplinary approaches to diagnosing oral cavity skin cancers: The Dentist's involvement in detecting
Sumoni Verma1, Jean E Pizano2, Jiten Peiris3
1Texas A&M School of Public Health, 212 Adriance Lab Road, College Station, TX 77843, USA.
Abstract:
Oral cavity skin cancers, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, Kaposi sarcoma, and melanoma, can be life-threatening if not detected early. Dentists play a crucial role in identifying these malignancies during extra- & intra-oral examinations. This viewpoint highlights the need for interdisciplinary collaboration between dentists and dermatologists to improve early diagnosis and treatment outcomes. It discusses the clinical presentations of these cancers, the importance of creating referral networks, and the role of continuing education in enhancing detection and management. Early diagnosis by dentists can significantly improve patient outcomes.
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