Dentistry in Edmonton, AB
General & Family Dentistry
ViziLite Oral Cancer Screening
We don’t hear much about oral cancer, but nationwide, it kills more people than cervical or skin cancer (melanoma). In fact, 30,000 people were diagnosed with oral cancer in 2007, and only half of those people will survive for more than five years. Why is oral cancer so deadly? Symptoms of oral cancer are often difficult to detect, and many patients don’t seek treatment until the cancer has reached an advanced stage. Thanks to the amazing new ViziLite technology, Tooth Works can perform a quick and painless oral cancer screenings during regular dental exams.
ViziLite is an oral cancer marking system that allows the dentist to detect abnormal tissues. The oral cancer screening involves a few simple steps. First, you will rinse with a cleansing solution. Next, the dentist will carefully shine the ViziLite wand over your soft tissues. The ViziLite wand will illuminate abnormal tissues, making them appear distinct from the surrounding normal tissue.
All adults should have a ViziLite oral cancer screening. People who use tobacco or alcohol and/or have autoimmune disease or diabetes are at the greatest risk for oral cancer, but 25% of oral cancer victims have no risk factors at all. When found in its early stages, oral cancer has an 80-90% cure rate.
Call Tooth Works today to reserve your ViziLite oral cancer screening with Dr. Withanachchi, Dr. Wallington, or Dr. Shewchuk. We are conveniently located in downtown Edmonton one block away from the Corona and Grandin LRT stops.
