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Digital X-ray phosphor system: Truly amazing! We were using
the most sensitive x-ray film and a conventional, computerized
digital x-ray system, by switching to phosphor sensor plates
we were able to reduce the radiation exposure to our patients
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We are now using this revolutionary device in our office to
treat gum disease. This device allows us to perform surgical
treatment of gum disease, treat ulcers
and do other soft tissue treatment without scalpel and sutures.
Please click "PocketPro" to
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Diagnodent can
detect decay when it is much smaller and allow earlier repair,
thus saving more of your tooth from being destroyed by decay.
It is believed that decay can be detected many months before
it might be detected without this device. Small areas of decay
enlarge very slowly as they start then, when a critical size
is reached, the decay process speeds up greatly.
Diagnodent is quite new. Enamel is illuminated by the battery
operated laser [similar to a laser pointer] and decay "fluoresces" [emits
a particular wavelength of light].
The light emitted is then evaluated by a sophisticated sensor
and a digital readout of the amount of light matching the light
given off by decay is then displayed.
Today teeth have extremely strong enamel. Fluoride affects the tooth surfaces making enamel much more resistant to decay and stronger. Enamel which has decay below it does not chip away to expose the decay as easily as it did before fluoride was used as much as it is used today. Pin point openings can be a pathway for decay to enter a tooth and be so small that they cannot be detected by the doctor without this special equipment. |
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This is a system designed to help patients more completely
understand dental treatment, especially the newer modalities
available today. Our reception room will have a flat panel
television which can easily show many different topics of interest
to our patients in regard to their oral health care. We also
have DVD capabilities in our treatment areas. |
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We have modernized our panoramic x-ray equipment by purchasing
the Gendex Orthoralix machine. In combination with our Air Techniques
ScanX we are delivering the best quality images at very low
radiation exposure for our patients. |
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Sapphire Multi-purpose Light: This is a state of the art, very
high intensity light, with many uses in dentistry. This light
is used for rapidly curing state of the art, extremely strong,
extremely thin, bonded porcelain veneers. It can also be used
for curing large conventionally bonded restorations. This light
is also an excellent adjunct for whitening teeth usually in conjunction
with the Rembrandt system |
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We have been using a "drill free" system for many
years. This system allows us to remove decay from smaller cavities,
shape teeth, and prepare surfaces ideally for bonded
restorations. It also allows us to ideally clean and roughen
surfaces for bonding crowns and bridges, as well as denture repairs. |
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We have been using digital radiography since April 20th, 2001. Computerized
x-rays allow us to view the images within seconds. This is great for
emergencies.
We have upgraded to the ScanX sensor plate system which uses 1/3
of the radiation that the most sensitive film and conventional CCD sensor
technology use. See the top left 'ScanX' entry on this page.
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This is a device which allows us to do better root canal treatment
with fewer x-rays. It is extremely useful, fast and allows for
better, easier treatment.
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| This hand piece system replaces the noisy, air turbine system for larger restorations. It produces greater torque and is smoother to use, resulting in faster, easier shaping of teeth for both the doctor and the patient. |
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