Lasers may have once seemed like a dream of the future, but today, the technology has revolutionized everything from media devices to medical and dental health care. At our dental office, for instance, our experts use specially calibrated diode lasers to perform a number of soft-tissue procedures that traditionally require a scalpel and sutures. With… Read more »
Category: Dental Technology
How Do Digital X-Rays Work?
These days, you may see a lot of dentists promoting the use of digital X-rays in their offices and the benefits they provide compared to traditional ones. However, just the term “digital” doesn’t always mean better, so you may still wonder how digital X-rays work, and why you should care. The truth is that digital… Read more »
How Our Patients Benefit from 3D Digital Scanning
When it comes to restoring your smile, accuracy and realism are paramount. Conventional and implant-supported restorations, such as dental crowns and bridges, work best when they closely mimic the healthy, natural teeth that they’re meant to restore or replace. Traditionally, planning a restoration meant spreading a gel-like substance over your teeth to capture their impression…. Read more »
When You Catch a Cavity Early
In most cases, prevention is the best way to protect your smile from issues like tooth decay and cavities. But with tooth decay affecting over 90% of adults in the United States, it’s apparent that prevention isn’t always 100% successful. Therefore, the next best thing is to catch a cavity early, before it can cause… Read more »
3D Digital Impressions for High-Tech Restorations
Today’s dental restorations are specifically designed for your unique needs, meaning your dental crown or bridge will be designed to mimic your natural teeth and oral structures. To accomplish the realism necessary to restore your smile, your dentist will need to take impressions of your teeth and dental ridges to guide your restoration’s design. While… Read more »
