Services Provided

    Biopsies

Biopsies are generally performed because you or your dentist has seen something inside your mouth (or on an x-ray), which may be somewhat abnormal. Such an abnormality is often referred to as a "cyst" or a "tumor". Don’t let these scare you.  Dr. Follmar will evaluate the area, and, based on his evaluation, he will let you know if this is a problem that will resolve itself or if a biopsy is needed. If a biopsy is needed, the doctor will section a piece of the abnormal area. This piece will be sent to a pathology lab for an evaluation. In seven to ten days, the results will be sent to our office. At the post-operative visit (usually 10 days after surgery) the doctor will review the results with you and discuss further treatment if needed.