Regina Lakeview Dental Centre

VELscope Oral Cancer Screening in Regina

Advanced Screening You Won’t Even Feel

Oral cancer can be hard to spot in its early stages — but early detection makes a big difference. That’s why we include VELscope screening as part of your preventive care when appropriate.

VELscope is a handheld device that uses a safe blue light to highlight changes in the soft tissues of your mouth that might not be visible under normal lighting. It’s painless, takes less than a minute, and can help us detect potential concerns before they become serious.

Why VELscope Screening Matters

Identifies abnormal tissue changes early

Enhances visual exams for better accuracy

Painless and non-invasive

No dyes, rinses, or discomfort

Takes less than 2 minutes

We use it as part of a broader oral cancer screening approach — and will always explain what we’re doing and why.

What We Look For

Changes in tissue colour or texture

Lesions or patches that aren’t healing

Unusual thickening or bumps

Areas that fluoresce differently under the light

Most of the time, everything looks perfectly healthy. But when something unusual does show up, we can investigate it further or refer you to a specialist if needed.

Who Can Benefit From VELscope?

Patients with a history of tobacco or alcohol use

Adults over 40

Those with frequent sun exposure (linked to lip cancer)

Anyone with a personal or family history of cancer

Patients who’ve noticed unusual changes in their mouth

Even if you don’t fall into a high-risk category, VELscope can be a valuable tool in maintaining your overall health.

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