Technology

We strive to offer our patients the best treatment available.  The field of dentistry is always changing, that's why we stay up-to-date with leading edge technology, treatment and continuing education.  Here are some examples of the technology we use.

To achieve this goal, the dental care that you and your family receive in our office always includes state of the art equipment. Among the newest technologies is a small laser instrument called the DIAGNOdent, which scans your teeth for hidden decay.

We can't cure what we can't see! Locating hidden decay before it destroys tooth structure (from the inside out) is a major goal of modern dentistry. The widespread use of fluoride supplements in dental materials, toothpastes and drinking water has made tooth surfaces harder and more resistant to decay.

However, diagnosing cavities beneath the hard surfaces is more challenging because the disease process can start through microscopic defects in the hard surface enamel and can readily spread into the softer tooth structure beneath the surface. X-rays and probing with an explorer are limited in detecting sub surface decay, particularly when the cavity is in its early stages. Fortunately, the new DIAGNOdent is a major breakthrough that allows the dentist to monitor the areas below the hard surfaces. The DIAGNOdent allows the dentist to locate hidden decay, and with the treatment stop the spread of disease before it destroys the tooth from within.

Intra-Oral Cameras

Intraoral cameras are tiny cameras that fit inside your mouth to allow us to see the tooth magnified on the computer screen.  With this technology we can see potential problems areas that may not be seen with a traditional mirrow exam.  This digital image can also be utilized to provide information to insurances and other doctors if necessary.