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Shining A Light On Oral Cancer
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Richard Neufeld, DDS |
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One American dies every hour from oral cancer and the survival rate is only 50%. If you think you aren’t at risk you might be surprised to learn that 27% of oral cancers occur in people who don’t smoke or have other reasons to be considered high risk. We hear a lot about other types of cancer, but somehow oral cancer does not get talked about as much. It’s time to talk about it now.
Oral cancer is one of the most curable diseases when it is caught early, but it is difficult to diagnose in the early stages. By the time it is visible to your dentist or health professional, it is usually more advanced, often at Stage 3. Catching it earlier can limit the disfigurement due to surgeries and increase the survival rate to 95%!
ViziLite Plus helps dentists detect cancer cells at an early stage. It is easy, painless, and 99% effective. The technology is similar to what is used for mammograms, Pap smears and PSA. With ViziLite Plus, you simply rinse with a special solution and then the Hygienist or Dentist examines the oral tissue with the ViziLite luminescent light. If there are any areas of concern, they can be checked further with a special stain that adheres to abnormal cells. Oral cancer exams are recommended yearly, and may be repeated more often for people at higher risk of developing this dangerous disease.
Everyone is at risk for oral cancer, however certain factors can increase that risk:
Tobacco use
Alcohol consumption (1 or more drinks daily)
Age 40 and over
Sexually active – HPV (the same virus that contributes to cervical cancer).
Dental insurance might not cover this cancer screening, just as they did not cover sealing children’s teeth to prevent cavities for a long time. This technology has been in the medical field for a number of years, but is new to dentistry. While each dental office sets their own fees, an average cost might be about $60 to $80. How much do you spend on getting your hair or nails done, going out to dinner, or playing a round of golf? In comparison, how much is it worth to take care of your health?
Dentists are the first line of defense in the reduction of deaths and disfigurement related to oral cancer, which takes more lives each year than cancers we commonly hear of such as cervical or skin cancers. Yearly ViziLite Plus screenings will save lives. Will yours be one of them?
Bite of Wisdom: “It is better to light one candle then curse the darkness.” Eleanor Roosevelt.
Author's Bio
Dr. Neufeld has dedicated his career to excellence in dentistry. He is known as a dentist who truly cares about each individual who walks through the door. He will go the extra mile to provide dental treatment that looks good, feels good and lasts a very long time.
Dr. Neufeld has practiced mercury free dentistry for over 20 years. His involvement began in a personal way, when one of his own family members became ill. His research brought him to IAOMT and he became committed to making safe mercury filling removal available to his patients and community. Since then, his reputation has spread, bringing people from around the country to receive the special care he provides.
Dr. Neufeld is also well known for exceptional cosmetic dentistry, where his artistic ability and attention to details come together to create truly beautiful smiles.
Services provided include:
Mercury Free Dentistry
Safe IAOMT Mercury Removal
Artistic Cosmetic Dentistry
Material Sensitivity Testing
Full Mouth Restorative Care
Virtual Reality Movie Glasses
Tooth Whitening
Non-Surgical Gum Therapy
General/Preventive Dental Care
Dr. Neufeld is associated with the following prestigious dental organizations:
• International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT)
• International Association of Mercury Free Dentists (IAMFD)
• International Academy of
• American Dental Association (ADA)
• California Dental Association (CDA)
• Mercury Amalgam Dental Syndrome (DAMS)
Dr. Neufeld and his exceptional dental team are committed to providing you with better health through dentistry in an environment of warmth, caring and a commitment to excellence.
We would be honored to add you to our list of satisfied patients and welcome you to check out our website to learn more about us.
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