Velscope Exam by Seattle Dentist Dr. Patricia Benca, DDS, MS – Oral Cancer Screening System, Cosmetic Dentistry Services, Dentists in Renton, Bellevue, Kent, Newcastle, Seattle, Washington (WA)

Velscope Exam

"With my background in oral medicine and hospital dentistry, I feel that one of my strengths is my awareness of and keeping current with my patient's medical conditions along with all other oral health issues." -Renton Dentist, Dr. Benca

As a regular part of the hygiene visits of each of our patients the dental team of Renton Dentist, Dr. Benca does an oral cancer screening.

As the annual occurrence rate of cancerous lesions in the mouth and the viruses that cause those cancers has grown, it has become increasingly important to strengthen our resources for early detection. Fortunately, the survival rate for oral cancers that are discovered in the early stages is very high.

The Velscope Oral Cancer Screening System was developed by the University of Washington as a very effective aid in the early detection of oral lesions. It can see beneath the surface, detecting any cancerous growth beyond where just a visual exam can. The examination with the Velscope only takes a few minutes and is pain-free and safe. Unless you are a regular smoker or chewer of tobacco, a yearly exam is all that is needed.

Dr. Benca's background training and education in oral pathology and oral health make her a dentist that is especially aware of the dangers that oral lesions pose to her patients and that is why she is very excited about adding this new technology to her practice. Dr. Benca and her team know that safeguarding your oral health can mean your life; so helping you to do this is of vital importance to them.

Contact Dr. Benca to request more information now!