Technology
In addition to using state-of-the-art procedures to keep your teeth healthy and looking their best, we also employ the latest technology to make your visit with us as quick and efficient as we can.
Apex Locator
A device used during root canal treatment to acquire the exact lengths of each canal. This alleviates the need for numerous x-rays to establish a working length and is more accurate than the two dimensional x-ray.
Casey
Casey is a program accessible in all of our operatories used to educate the patient on various procedures and conditions used in the dental office. It uses easy to follow videos to explain everything specific to your case leaving no questions left unanswered.
CEREC
The CEREC 3D allows us to perform crowns, veneers, onlays, and inlays in just one visit. This means NO temporaries, NO impressions, and NO extra dental appointments for you! Check out our CEREC page to find out more.
Diagnodent
The diagnodent is used as an aid in detecting cavities(caries) on the teeth and to monitor progression or arrestment of cavities by comparing a patient’s readings from visit to visit. Extensive research established that laser-induced fluorescence is correlated with materials in carious lesions, and that the scale readings obtained by the Diagnodent correlate with grades of how deep the cavity is.
Digital Photography
We frequently use digital photography to acquire pictures of you that can be used to show before and after. If you need a lot of dental treatment, we can also alter the photograph to show what you would look like upon completion of your treatment.
Digital x-rays and Digital PANOREX
For all of your x-rays, we use digital, computerized, sensors that show you your x-rays on a screen in less than a few seconds. Using this technology allows us to cut down on radiation and provide a safer environment for you. There are also no chemicals involved and the results are instantaneous.
Intraoral Camera
An intraoral camera is about the size of a pen, so it fits easily into your mouth. Once positioned, it sends pictures to a monitor, where your teeth and gums appear in a full-color, usually as a very large image. Now you can see the cracks in fillings and dark areas of decay. Want a copy of the image? We can print one for you. Take it home to help your spouse understand why you're having dental treatment.
Invisalign
The invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces is available right in our office. Invisalign can help you get the great smile you’ve always wanted because it’s invisible, removable, and comfortable. You can also view your own virtual treatment plan in our office before treatment!
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Laser Dentistry
Gum-line Plastic Surgery (Laser) can be used to gently remove unwanted gum tissue with no stitches. The laser enables us to change the overall appearance of the gumline, from tooth to tooth, producing the picture perfect smile. It can also be used to make a very gummy smile look more like a movie star! Laser dentistry can also be used to remove ulcers and for soft tissue biopsies. Take a look at a few of our before and after gum-line plastic surgeries.
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(The after picture is immediately after. The redness around the teeth will subside in about 7 days. )
Nitrous Sedation
The most commonly employed technique of conscious sedation in dentistry is inhalation sedation with nitrous oxide and oxygen (N20-02) (Laughing Gas). The goal sought when N20-02 is used is to eliminate dental fears, making the patient more comfortable while the dentist is able to more effectively complete the planned treatment.
Periodontal Antimicrobial Therapy (Arestin)
The dentist has determined that you have periodontal disease, a chronic infection of the gums and bones that hold your teeth in place. If left untreated, the gums and bones holding your teeth in place can be permanently damaged. We use a special deep cleaning procedure called scaling and root planning to remove plaque buildup and bacteria from infected areas. During this procedure, we may apply an antibiotic called Arestin (minocycline HCL) 1mg microspheres to the infected gums. The microspheres then gradually release the antibiotic over time, allowing it to work over the course of 14 days. Throughout that time, Arestin helps fight the infection, allowing your gums to heal.
Rotary Endodontics
Root canal treatments are more easily accomplished today than ever before using mechanical instrumentation with rotary nickel titanium instruments. With this technique, after thorough anesthesia, the nerve tissue in the canals of the roots of teeth can be rapidly removed. The canals are sterilized, dried and sealed in much less time than with hand instrumentation. Most treatments are completed in one office visit with little or no post operative pain.
Showcase
Showcase is a new software program used to create case presentations that can educate and show you your specific needs. It includes pictures of your mouth along with treatment options and videos specific to your mouth. We can make a cd containing this information and send it to you after your first visit.
Smile Vision
Smile Vision is a cosmetic imaging system that shows how you could look with a more appealing smile. It allows patients to see for themselves how they would look after cosmetic treatment. A lot of us are unaware of how whiter, straighter teeth could brighten up our faces. We take your picture and within a few days you are emailed a picture of you with your new smile.
 
Virtual Vision Goggles
Our Virtual Vision goggles let you watch a movie during your visit. Whether you are in the mood for action, comedy or drama, the choice is yours. We also have stereo headphones if you would rather catch up on your tunes while you are here.
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