Laser Cavity Detection:

A new application for laser light, called a Diagnodent, has now made detection of "hidden decay" 99% accurate. This laser makes it easier to find decay – in cracks, crevices, and beneath the surface of the tooth – which might otherwise go undetected by traditional X-rays or even through examination.

The Diagnodent consists of a simple device with a wand attached. Using the wand, the dentist scans the tooth into a computer, which then determines whether decay is present. Earlier detection means less damage, pain, and hassle for you down the road. It's quick, painless and very accurate! See WebMD dental video about Diagnodent.

Laser Gum Treatment:

If you have swollen, bleeding gums, you may have periodontal disease. And the sooner we eliminate this menace in your mouth, the better. Left untreated, periodontal disease can cause serious loss of teeth and bone, and it has recently been linked to heart disease and stroke as well as premature and low weight babies.

Fortunately, we can stop this infection quickly and easily with laser therapy. It gently removes infected gum tissue and actually vaporizes the bacteria causing the infection. This process is very high tech and effective.

Intraoral Camera:

The intraoral camera is a diagnostic dental tool allowing us to more clearly identify potential problems within the mouth early on. The tiny intraoral camera can be inserted into a patient's mouth, taking pictures of the teeth and displaying the images on a computer screen. Using the intraoral camera saves time and makes problems easily visible to both patient and doctor. It is actually possible to see into the tooth and detect problems beneath the surface. Patients can view the areas we will be working on, making procedures more understandable. The accompanying software also provides clear and accurate data so that the best treatment options can be selected. To learn more about the intraoral camera, please contact our office today.

Digital X-rays:

Digital dental X-rays offer many advantages. Although risk of radiation damage from normal X-rays is small, digital X-rays limit exposure by over 50%, enhancing your safety significantly. The images from digital X-rays can be fine-tuned to detect bone disease, bone loss, and dental decay. They can also be used as an oral cancer-screening device or to scan for TMJ or sinus-related problems. To take a digital X-ray of your teeth, we insert a small sensor into your mouth. The X-rays are then quickly transmitted to a computer screen where the Doctor can easily review them with you.