New Service
This entry was posted on 2/22/2008 11:21 AM and is filed under uncategorized.
Our
office has been certified in the use of the ViziLite. Similar to a PAP
Smeer for women, or a PSA exam for men, the ViziLite is a quick,
painless test which we will offer to ALL of our patients :
ViziLite Plus as part of a comprehensive oral screening
Oral cancer is one of the most curable
diseases when it's caught early. That's why the ViziLite Plus exam has
been developed. ViziLite Plus uses technology that has proven
successful in identifying soft tissue abnormalities in other areas of
the body. A ViziLite Plus exam is particularly important if you are at
increased risk for developing oral cancer.
Am I at risk?
For more information about ViziLite Plus and the ViziLite Plus examination, click here to view an informative ViziLite Plus video segment. (A high speed internet connection and Windows Media Player 10 is recommended to view the video. Download Windows Media Player 10)
The ViziLite Plus exam can help your dentist or hygienist identify abnormal tissue, that might develop into oral cancer.
An annual ViziLite Plus exam, in combination with a regular visual
examination, provides a comprehensive oral screening procedure for
patients at increased risk for oral cancer. The ViziLite Plus exam is
painless and fast, and could help save your life.
ViziLite Plus is performed immediately following a regular visual examination
- First, you will be instructed to rinse with a cleansing solution
- Next, the overhead lighting will be dimmed.
- Then, your dental professional will examine your mouth using ViziLite Plus, a specially designed light technology.
The Importance of Screening
Am I at risk? - Take an online assessment
Cost for the service will be $65. This may, or may not, be covered by
your medical or dental insurance. We will help you submit your claim,
but due to the inconsistent coverage across insurance companies, we
will not accept assignment of benefits for this service. In plain
English, you have to pay for this service at the time it is performed.
If covered by your insurance, you will be reimbursed by them.
