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Oral Cancer Screening

Serving Greater Southern Maine and the New Hampshire Seacoast.

Oral cancer, number six on the list of commonly diagnosed cancers in the U.S., is a potential health hazard that you should research and inform your family about. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, around 35,000 new cases are diagnosed annually. At Kennebunk Center for Dentistry, we offer the latest in cancer screening equipment to ensure our clients get the benefit of early detection technology. We are proud to offer the VELscope® oral cancer screening tool, an amazing technological advancement that gives our dentists an intimate, in-depth look into your mouth.

How VELscope® Works

VELscope® is a hand-held device that your cosmetic dentist uses to interpret tissue condition. This tool can effectively recognize changes in oral tissue, both on the surface and below. Painless and non-invasive, VELscope® technology is far more effective at identifying areas of concern. A safe blue light is used to excite oral tissue, causing it to fluoresce (produce light), making tissue changes easily visible.

Why Early Detection Makes All the Difference

Before VELscope®, oral cancer screenings were primarily visual and physical, with no reliable method of seeing below the surface. And unfortunately, once cancerous lesions become visible, they often indicate an advanced stage of oral cancer. If diagnosis is made early, the survival rates for this type of cancer are very encouraging. At our Kennebunk cosmetic dentistry practice, we believe that early detection and treatment of all oral health issues, including cancer, is our duty as dental health professionals. By investing in this incredible technology, we can save lives.

Signs of Oral Cancer

The Oral Cancer Foundation lists these common indications of oral disease to help people recognize potential areas that warrant oral evaluation. If you are experiencing any of these issues, please contact Kennebunk Center for Dentistry for an oral cancer screening appointment.

• Swelling in any area of the mouth
• Rough patches on the tongue or cheeks
• White spots on the tongue or lips
• Bleeding in the mouth
• Soreness or pain in the mouth or throat
• Sore throat
• Vocal changes/hoarseness
• Mouth sores that persist

Be Sure With VELscope®

VELscope® oral cancer screening system offers clients like you peace of mind. When it comes to your oral health, do not take any chances. Visit Kennebunk Center for Dentistry for your semi-annual evaluation and oral cancer evaluation.