Specialized diagnosis of oral cavity diseases and lesions in Medellín.

When should I consult Stomatology?

An evaluation is recommended for recurrent canker sores or ulcers, lesions that persist or do not heal, white, red, or pigmented patches, changes in the tongue or mucosa, persistent burning or dryness, lumps, bleeding, or any oral change whose cause is unclear.

A lesion that persists for more than two weeks deserves specialized evaluation.

What cases are evaluated?

Oral lesions with an uncertain diagnosis, diseases of the oral mucosa, changes in the tongue, lips, or salivary glands, lesions that require follow-up or histopathological study, and patients with medical history that may modify oral management.

Interdisciplinary and inpatient evaluations are also performed when indicated.

Can I book a consultation even if I do not have a diagnosis yet?

Yes. One reason to consult is precisely the presence of a lesion or symptom whose cause has not yet been determined.

A specialized evaluation helps guide the diagnosis and establish whether additional studies, treatment, or follow-up are needed.

Do I need a referral to request a consultation?

No referral is required. You can request the consultation directly through our care channels.

If you have a referral or previous evaluation from your physician or dentist, you may bring it to complement the available clinical information.

What happens during the first consultation?

A detailed clinical history is taken, including review of medical history and medications, analysis of the reason for consultation, and a specialized clinical examination of the oral cavity.

When necessary, images, studies, or previous reports are reviewed and the next step is defined: treatment, follow-up, complementary studies, biopsy, or referral to another specialty.

What should I bring to the consultation?

If available, it is recommended to bring medical or dental reports related to the reason for consultation, previous test and imaging results, biopsy or histopathology reports, an updated medication list with dose and frequency, previous photographs of the lesion, especially if they show its evolution, and an identity document.

No additional studies are needed before the consultation unless they were previously requested.

What is an oral biopsy and what is it used for?

It is a diagnostic procedure in which a small tissue sample is obtained for histopathological study.

It is usually performed under local anesthesia and allows microscopic analysis of a lesion when the clinical examination alone cannot establish a definitive diagnosis.

Is a biopsy always needed?

No. A biopsy is not necessary for every lesion.

Its indication depends on the clinical characteristics, evolution, patient history, and degree of certainty that can be obtained through evaluation.

When indicated, it provides histopathological information to confirm or establish the diagnosis.

What happens if the lesion does not require a biopsy?

Not all lesions require a procedure. When the clinical evaluation allows a sufficient diagnostic orientation, treatment, observation, clinical follow-up, or, when necessary, laboratory tests or complementary studies may be indicated.

The decision is made individually, prioritizing diagnostic accuracy and each patient's real need.

Will I have a biopsy because something serious is suspected?

Not necessarily.

The indication for a biopsy does not mean there is a cancer diagnosis or that the lesion is necessarily serious. It is a diagnostic tool that helps confirm or rule out certain conditions when the clinical evaluation considers it necessary.

The result is interpreted together with the clinical findings and patient history to define the most appropriate course of care.

What happens after a biopsy?

Care does not end with taking the sample.

Healing is monitored, the histopathology report is reviewed, and the result is correlated with the clinical findings. Based on this assessment, the corresponding treatment, follow-up, or referral is defined.

Can I request a second evaluation if I was already seen by another professional?

Yes. A second evaluation can be useful when doubts persist about the diagnosis, the evolution of a lesion, or the recommended management.

For this consultation, it is helpful to bring previous reports, images, biopsies, and treatments related to the case.

Where does the private consultation take place?

At Hospital Pablo Tobón Uribe, Tower B, floor 1, office 140.

The private consultation is independent from the hospital's institutional care and inpatient consultations.

Is the consultation covered by EPS or private health insurance?

The consultation is private and is not billed directly to EPS.

If you have a private health plan that includes reimbursement, the corresponding documentation is provided so you can complete the process directly with your insurer. Reimbursement conditions depend on each policy or plan.

How soon can I be seen?

Schedule availability is confirmed when requesting the appointment.

What payment methods are available?

Payment is available in cash and by bank transfer.

If you need documentation to request reimbursement from your insurer, you may request it at the time of care.