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Oral lesion detection in seconds
AI-assisted screening for oral mucosal lesions. Take a photo, get an AI prediction and suggested next steps.
What it can do: flag and describe a visible mouth lesion from your photo. What it cannot do: diagnose, prescribe, or replace an examination by a clinician.
510(k)
Cleared
NHS
Validated
For screening purposes only · Not a medical diagnosis
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Before we begin
Please read the following information about how DentClair works and its limitations.
Your data & privacy
Photos are processed on-device and deleted immediately after analysis. No images are stored or transmitted to external servers.
Peer-reviewed clinical validation
Published in npj Digital Medicine (2024). Validated on 1,240 clinical cases. Sensitivity 89%, specificity 84%. Endorsed by NHS consultant oral medicine specialists.
Urgent symptoms
If you are experiencing severe pain, rapid swelling, or difficulty swallowing or breathing, please seek emergency care immediately.
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How to take a good photo
Image quality directly affects analysis accuracy. Follow these steps for the best result.
1
Good lighting is essential
Use natural light or a bright lamp. Avoid dark rooms. The oral cavity must be clearly visible.
2
Open wide and hold still
Use a mirror to position yourself. Keep the camera 15–20 cm from the lesion. Avoid blurry shots.
3
Focus on the lesion
Tap the lesion on screen to focus. The area of concern should fill at least 40% of the frame.
4
Take 2–3 photos
The app will automatically select the sharpest image for analysis.
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⚡ Auto
Position lesion inside the frame
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Image quality check
Your photo has been assessed for analysis suitability.
Sharpness
82%
Brightness
74%
Coverage
91%
Contrast
68%
Image is suitable for analysis. Proceeding with AI evaluation.
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Region detected
The AI has identified a region of interest. Please confirm this is the lesion you are concerned about.
Detected characteristics
Round, well-defined border
Yellow-grey base, red halo
~4 mm diameter
Single lesion, inner lip
Is this the lesion you are concerned about?
✓ Yes, that's it
No, retake photo
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Tobacco & alcohol exposure
These are the primary modifiable risk factors for oral mucosal lesions and oral cancer.
Tobacco use
Current smoker
Cigarettes, cigars, pipe — regular use
Smokeless tobacco
Chewing tobacco, snuff, betel quid, paan
Former smoker
Stopped more than 12 months ago
Never used tobacco
Duration of tobacco use
✓Less than 5 years
✓5–15 years
✓More than 15 years
✓N/A
Alcohol consumption
Daily or near-daily use
More than 14 units per week
Moderate use
1–14 units per week
Occasional or none
Less than weekly
Other relevant factors
✓Poor oral hygiene
✓Ill-fitting dentures
✓HPV history
✓Sun exposure (lip)
✓Immunosuppression
✓Family history of oral cancer
✓None of the above
Analysing your data
Please wait while the AI processes your information
15
seconds
AI reasoning
Analysing lesion morphology — round, well-defined border on inner lip mucosue
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Assessment complete
The AI has finished analysing your data. Your AI prediction and next steps are ready.
Triage result
Low risk · self-care at home
Findings are very likely a common mouth ulcer. No urgent action needed — see a clinician if it has not healed within 3 weeks.
AI prediction
AI-assisted screening result · For discussion with your clinician
Triage classification
Low risk · self-care at home
No urgent action needed · check back if not healed in 3 weeks
AI prediction
The detected lesion is very likely a minor aphthous ulcer — a common, harmless mouth ulcer of the inner lip. Its round yellow-grey base, red halo, small size and single site are all reassuring features, with no signs of concern. Almost all of these heal on their own within 7–14 days.
Findings → Probable cause
Top prediction
93%
Low risk
Prediction
Mouth ulcer
Minor aphthous ulcer — benign, self-limiting
Typical symptoms
Soreness when eating or drinking
Stinging with acidic or spicy food
Single round sore, 2–5 mm
Heals in 7–14 days without scarring
No fever or swollen glands
Key findings
Round yellow-grey base with red halo
93%
Small (~4 mm), single, inner lip mucosa
5%
No induration or irregular margin seen
2%
Suggested next steps
1
Use a warm salt-water or antiseptic mouth rinse and avoid acidic, spicy or crunchy foods.
2
A pharmacist can suggest a topical gel or pain-relieving rinse if eating is painful.
3
Re-photograph in 7 days to track healing.
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See a dentist or GP if it lasts beyond 3 weeks, grows, bleeds, or you develop several ulcers at once.
This AI tool can make mistakes and may miss or misread findings. It is not a definitive diagnosis — please confirm with a qualified clinician.
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