Our dental office, uses the latest technology and techniques to screen for oral cancer, The VELscope System
Fact: only 35% of oral cancer cases are diagnosed in the early stages. Why? Because there have been few advances made in screening techniques and there are significant limitations inherent to white light and chemiluminescence light examination of the oral mucosa. Pre-malignant changes actually start below the surface, at the basement membrane. These changes may not be apparent to the naked eye until the disease progresses to the surface.
The VELscope System is a revolutionary hand-held device that provides dentists, hygienists, and other oral health care professionals with an easy-to-use adjunctive mucosal examination system for the early detection of abnormal tissue. The VELscope System patented technology platform was developed by the British Columbia Cancer Agency in collaboration with MD Anderson Cancer Center, with funding provided in part by the NIH.
The Benefits of VELscope
The most important benefits the VELscope system offers, is identifying oral mucosal lesions. That’s because they might not be apparent or visible to the naked eye. Additionally, it also help surgeons determine the appropriate surgical margin for tumor excision. This technology can literally save lives!
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For a long-term fix, you need to look at the whole picture…
For a long-term fix, you need to look at the whole picture…
The Whole Picture: Our goal is to restore harmony to the joints, teeth, and muscles, which can help alleviate pain, eliminate unnecessary wear and tear, and other issues that can arise from an unstable bite.