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Dentistry with Country Lakes Family Dental
How Advanced IS YOUR
Dental Office?
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by Dr. Matt Artho, Owner of Country Lakes Family Dental
Most days, it seems technology is taking off at the speed of light. Other days, you feel you spend hours watching the spinning circle while you wait for your program to stream. Technology is a wonderful thing when it works, but it does no good when technology is underutilized. In medicine, major advancements have allowed for more predictable, precise, and comfortable treatments. The same is true for dentistry. But the question is: is your dental office up to speed?
Regarding the utilization of dental technology, the first must-have dental gear is digital radiology. Digital radiographs are not only safer due to less needed radiation exposure, but they’re also a time-saver for advanced dental treatment and providing instant visualization of structures. This reduced time means less time in the chair and likely less need for additional anesthesia.
Digital impressions combined with digital smile design and restoration fabrication also allows for predictable, accurate, and faster results. Not only do digital impressions create complete, detailed images of teeth, but they avoid the potential for the gagging and discomfort that comes with antiquated tray impressions. Digital impressions combined with CAD/CAM and digital software not only allow for potential smile outcomes be displayed for veneers or Invisalign, but fabrication of the restorations is possible same day.
Laser therapy is a growing aspect of modern dentistry. Advanced laser therapy not only allows for soft tissue surgeries with minimal time and quicker recovery, but laser use in dentistry can treat both sleep and TMJ disorders. Recent laser technology development permits for the treatment of cavities without the need of anesthetic. This works great for anxious children or adults who shudder at the thought of numbing.
Prudent dental offices know that incorporating technology into practice makes the dental experience safe, predictable, and comfortable. Technology also paves the way for the improvement and development of future technologies. If your office is up to speed in dental advancements, you can rest assured your dentist cares for your overall experience and oral health.
Happy Smiling!
