Oral Cancer Screening

Early detection is key in the battle against cancer & this is no different with oral cancer. Even if you don’t smoke, keep in mind that 25% of oral cancer diagnoses are for non-smokers. It’s important that every patient receive a simple & pain-free oral cancer screening from our doctors.

Risk factors for oral cancer include:

• Tobacco use (smoking, chewing & dip)
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Poor diet
• HPV (human papilloma virus)
• Age (higher risk over 40 years old)

Oral cancer doesn’t always cause symptoms in the early stages, which is why it’s important to have a screening that can detect potential problems before they’re visible to the naked eye or cause sensations.

Remember that when caught early, oral cancer has an 80 to 90% survival rate. So be sure to ask the dentist or the hygienist for your annual screening!

VELscope® Cancer Screening

When it comes to oral cancer, early detection leads to more treatment options & better outcomes. VELscope® is a revolutionary hand-held device that helps dentists & hygienists detect potentially cancerous tissue earlier & more easily than before. The VELscope® system works by emitting a safe blue light that makes tissues in your mouth appear fluorescent, revealing abnormalities that might not be visible to the naked eye. In fact, VELscope® is the only non-invasive device clinically proven to help discover otherwise undetectable signs of oral disease.

our doctors is certified in VELscope® technologies. Call today to schedule your oral cancer screening–it may change your life!