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 Gregory C. Dilger D.D.S.           General Dentist            1353 Edgewater St.          West Salem          (503) 378-0466   

  
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Saliva Testing with Oral DNA   

 

As we continue to learn more about the severity of periodontal infections and how closely linked they are to your overall health, having detailed information about your genetic susceptibility to periodontal disease (MyPerioID PST) and the bacteria that are present in your mouth (MyPerioPath) will be critical in determining your oral and overall general health.  This includes being aware of traditional risk factors for oral cancer and monitoring HPV (OraRisk HPV) conditions in your mouth.  Our office now offers three non-invasive saliva diagnostic tests.  These tests are quick and easily administered chair side at your dentist appointment.   

 

These three tests include: 

 

MyPerioPath: 

     This test identifies and measures certain bacteria in your mouth that cause gingivitis (early stage gum disease) and periodontal disease (mature gum disease). 

  

MyPerioID PST 

     This test determines if you are more likely to develop more serious gum tissue infections, such as inflammatory periodontal disease. 

 

OraRisk HPV 

     This test determines if you are at increased risk for HPV -related oral and throat cancers.  

 

            These new, quick and non-invasive tests deliver information that will enable our office to better determine the appropriate treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. 

 

         

Ready to appoint?  Call Julie at (503) 378-0466, or Request An Appointment

 

 

 

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Patient Testamonials

 

Dear Dr. Dilger:

 

It all started with my initial phone call to Dr. Dilger's office. I felt so comfortable from the start and after I came in for my first visit it's been all about what I want and what Dr. Dilger and his staff recommends for me. All around, it's been the best dental experience I've ever had.

 

Al P.

 

 

 

Going to the dentist used to be a nightmare experience for me. That's all changed when I came to Dr. Dilger. Dr. Dilger's office staff are so warm and welcoming. Visiting them is like going home. Dr. Dilger's calm and caring manner erased all my dental anxiety and for the first time in my life I found myself relaxed in a dental chair. Dr. Dilger and his staff really took the time to get to know me and my concerns. They talked with me about my fears and helped me address my anxiety. Now I visit the dentist and I'm not afraid. I can not express the difference Dr. Dilger has made in my dental life! Thanks so much Dr. D.

 

Molly F.

 

 

 

I love my new smile.  It was so easy too.  Nearly pain free.  I am considering my lower teeth at a later date.

 

Debbie E.