Simple New Test for Oral Cancer

According to the American Cancer Society, more women in the United States will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year (12,000 cases) than will be diagnosed with cervical cancer (<10.000 cases), and there are as many cases of oral cancer caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV 16/18), a sexually transmitted disease, as there are HPV-related cases of cervical cancer.

Clinical studies have determined that using VizLite Plus after the standard oral cancer examination improves the dental professional’s ability to identify and evaluate suspicious areas at their earliest stages.... ViziLite Plus is an easy and painless examination that gives your dentist the best chance to find any oral abnormalities you may have at the earliest possible stage.

...Increased Risk: Patients age 18-39, sexually active patients (HPV 16/18) High Risk: Patients age 40 and older; tobacco users younger than age 40 Highest Risk: Patients age 40 and older and lifestyle risk factors (tobacco use); patients with a history of oral cancer.

...Most dental offices will provide you with a medical insurance form for you to use to file this procedure with your medical insurance.

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