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VELscope cancer screenings

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Oral cancer is a serious concern – something of which Dr. Stephen Gaines and the staff at Sherwood Dental are very aware. Cases of oral cancer are on the rise, even in nonsmokers. Oral cancer progresses to claim the lives of many victims; however, there is a high survival rate with early detection. For the best possible outcomes, regular oral cancer screenings are recommended for all adults. In addition to normal preventative care and oral examinations for any visible abnormalities, Sherwood Dental offers VELscope cancer screenings as an additional safety measure for early detection of oral cancer.

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We value every patient who chooses us for their oral healthcare. Because we take that responsibility seriously, we have chosen to provide VELscope cancer screenings. We view this as just one of the ways in which we fulfill our commitment to provide the patient with the latest and most innovative technologies available in the field of dentistry and oral health. We have chosen to invest in this technology for our practice in order to be able to provide even more support for the early detection of oral cancer, when combined with our conventional examination methods.

The VELscope is a handheld, wireless device that provides fluorescence to oral mucous membranes, illuminating areas of abnormality that may not be visible to the naked eye. This can be crucial in discovering potentially precancerous tissues that exist below the surface, which would likely go undetected at this point without this type of screening.

Patients considering the VELscope screening should be aware that the cost can be compared to the expense of the standard x-rays taken at regular checkups. This is very affordable considering the potentially life-saving information that can be gathered via this procedure. The examination is very brief and pain-free for patients.

What our patients say about VELscope cancer screenings

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I feel the crew at Sherwood Dental have the best interest of my teeth at heart. They are always looking for ways to insure these old teeth of mine will last as long as possible. Keep up the good work.
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We hope that our patients choose us because of our commitment to partner with them for their oral health, as well as to contribute to their total body wellness whenever possible.

Dr. Stephen Gaines

Dr. Stephen Gaines

Dr. Arti Patel

Dr. Arti Patel

Sherwood Dental

Owner dentist Dr. Stephen Gaines is an authority on restorative, cosmetic, rehabilitative, and laser dentistry. Having graduated from the University of Toronto, he earned his dental degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry (1997). He follows continuing education courses to keep up with dentistry developments. He’s a lecturer, trainer and Fellow and Founding Member of the World Congress of Minimally Invasive Dentistry.

Dr. Arti Patel has extensive clinical experience in cosmetic/restorative dentistry, endodontics, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry.


Be sure to request the VELscope cancer screening annually as part of your routine professional care.
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