10/14/2026
Here’s the part most people don’t know: not every unusual change in your mouth needs a biopsy.
A persistent sore, red or white patch, lump/thickened area, unexplained bleeding, difficulty chewing, or
swallowing can be a reason to schedule an evaluation.
If the change persists, your oral surgeon may recommend a biopsy to determine exactly what it is and what needs to be done next.
At Ridge, the process starts with an examination and a conversation - not assumptions.
Which sign would you have been most likely to ignore? 👇