Edward G. Johnson, DMD
Katelin Johnson, DMD
420 Main St.
Bedminster, NJ 07921
Email: egjdmd@yahoo.com
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Serving:
Basking Ridge, Bedminster, Bernardsville, Bridgewater, Califon, Chester, Clinton, Far Hills, Flemington, Gladstone, Harding, Lebanon, Martinsville, Mendham, Morristown, New Vernon, Peapack, Tewksbury Township, and other areas throughout New Jersey.

Our Dental Services

General and Restorative Dentistry

Oral Cancer

Of the 30,000 cases of oral cancer found this year, 7,500 will claim a life. Most people are not aware of the serious nature and widespread effects of oral cancer. However, as your trusted general dentists, Drs. Edward and Katelin Johnson take your total oral wellness to heart. Every time you visit us for a checkup, we'll screen you for oral cancer and gum disease. If we find reason for concern, we'll work toward restoring total oral health.


Thanks to an amazing new technology, VELscope, we can quickly and painlessly screen for oral cancer. VELscope is a fluorescence-based identification system that detects tissue abnormalities and is used in combination with traditional visual exams. The screening involves use of a special light to illuminate abnormal cells so that they appear distinctly different from the surrounding normal tissue.


All adults should have an annual VELscope exam because a quarter of oral cancer victims are non-smokers, don't drink, and have no lifestyle factors to heighten their oral cancer risk. Men over 40 and women between the ages of 20 and 40 are the most prone to the disease. Patients with lifestyle risks, including any tobacco use, daily alcohol consumption, and viral infections may need more frequent evaluations.


The good news about oral cancer is that when found and treated early, patients have an 80-percent cure rate. If you do your part by attending six-month checkups, you can trust our dedicated team to work toward protecting you from the adverse effects of oral cancer, gum disease, and other harmful conditions that would compromise your overall health.

If you’re ready for a healthy mouth for a healthy life, call our Bedminster dental office today to schedule your oral cancer screening with an experienced general dentist. We serve patients from Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, and surrounding areas with quality dental care and a personal touch.

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