VELscope Advanced Oral Cancer Screening
The Best VELscope® System in Brookhaven
The VELscope® Advanced is a revolutionary hand-held device for dentists here at Brookhaven Dental Associates. Hygienists, and other oral health care professionals use an adjunctive mucosal examination system for the early detection of potentially pre-cancerous and cancerous lesions of the mouth. It aids in detecting suspicious mouth lesions that have not been seen by a dentist or doctor. For example, it may help detect signs of oral cancer at an early stage.
With early detection, most dental issues including oral cancer can be treated with success. As part of our preventive dental care at Brookhaven Dental Associates, we use VELscope Advanced oral cancer screening to detecting anomalies at the earliest possible stages. By highlighting precancerous and cancerous lesions, this system can help you get the right treatment at the right time.
About Our VELscope Advanced Oral Cancer Screening Services
Our VELscope Advanced oral cancer screening service is a revolutionary system for detecting cancerous and pre-cancerous lesions in the mouth. It uses blue excitation light to expose details that are otherwise invisible to the eyes. These include lesions and cell changes hidden beneath the surface which could indicate the onset of oral cancer.
This is a non-invasive system that works hand in hand with traditional screening, providing a fast, painless, and harmless way to detect abnormalities in the oral cavity. Although it does not directly diagnose the disease, it can help to identify subtle symptoms, prompting us to take immediate, proactive measures.
Benefits of Professional VELscope Advanced Oral Cancer Screening Services
One of the biggest challenges in diagnosing this condition is the fact that it shares similar symptoms with less serious oral health problems. With professional screening, our dentists get important insights on the condition of cells beneath the surface, increasing the likelihood of successful treatment. Instead of waiting for symptoms to appear, we take a proactive approach, looking for the earliest signs and quickly intervening to prevent the spread of oral cancer.
Our professional VELscope Advanced screening method is non-invasive, and therefore ideal for patients of all ages, with no downtime afterward. This makes it easy to integrate the screening into your routine dental visits, helping you stay ahead of potential problems. Because our team is trained and experienced in using this method, you can count on us to get accurate results and provide the highest level of care.
What to Expect at Your VELscope Advanced Oral Cancer Screening Appointment
Your VELscope Advance oral cancer screening appointment will typically start with a comprehensive oral exam (COE). This is an assessment of your oral cavity where your dentist will use both their eyes and hands to check for any abnormalities. After the COE, the dentist will use the VELscope to find anything that may have skipped attention or that is hidden from the naked eye.
The device emits blue spectrum light in a specific wavelength into the mouth, stimulating natural tissue fluorescence. This action makes it possible to view the tissues through the device.
If the dentist finds something abnormal, this does not automatically mean you have oral cancer. Abnormalities in your oral mucosa could point to various problems, and often require further investigation. As such, your dentist might request for a follow-up visit or a biopsy, which is the standard for cancer diagnosis.
Why Choose Brookhaven Dental Associates?
Brookhaven Dental Associates takes great pride in offering a complete range of professional oral health care services. Our experienced team of dentists and oral health practitioners has gone through extensive training and certification, equipping us to handle routine checks and advanced procedures skillfully and efficiently.
We always stay up-to-date with the latest technology to provide the best possible care, and we strive to customize your treatment plan to suit your individual needs. We go above and beyond the call of duty to help you relax and feel comfortable during every visit, knowing that your smile is in safe hands.
For more information about our VELscope Advanced oral cancer screening services, feel free to contact us today.