As periodontists in Oxford FL, at Village Periodontics and Dental Implant Center, we refuse to compromise on the level of quality care we offer. Part of that commitment is the use of diagnostic technologies because they provide many advantages for you – our valued patient.
In this blog … We’ll talk about the technology that helps us better determine the state of your oral health while offering you a better experience in the dental chair. You may be surprised to learn how beneficial this equipment really is.
Diagnostic Technology
Digital x-rays allow your periodontists to get a clear picture of the inside of your teeth and gums, so that diagnosis is more accurate and treatment specific to your unique situation. In addition, there’s…
- up to 90% less radiation than with traditional x-rays
- less time in the dental chair because they are faster and more efficient
- no exposure to film chemicals – safer for you, our team, and the environment
- faster insurance processing because claims are illustrated, and electronic communication is instantaneous.
Panoramic x-rays make it possible to get a full view of your entire mouth – with just one image. This includes both the upper and lower jaws, jaw joints, all your teeth, and even your nasal region. Other advantages of this technology at Village Periodontics and Dental Implant Center include …
- a very detailed image that can show us bone abnormalities, cysts, fractures, impacted teeth, infections, and tumors
- it aids in accurate fit and placement of restorations, especially implants and dentures
- because the images are taken outside of your mouth, it means a fast, painless experience for you.
In-house CT Scanning allows you to have scans done conveniently in-office! In less than one minute, we can generate a 3-D virtual model of your anatomy in astonishing detail from virtually any angle. Another plus is that this requires only one scan so generates less radiation than standard CT scans. Whether we are evaluating your jaw function, bone health, tooth structure, or the health of soft tissues, with this state-of-the-art technology we can provide precise treatment plans with reliable, predictable, excellent results.
Treatment Technology
The Wand computer-assisted single tooth anesthetic is a revolutionary computer-controlled local anesthesia delivery system – that freezes only the area we’re going to treat! The source of most discomfort from traditional anesthetic injections isn’t the needle – it’s due to the pressure of anesthetic flowing into your mouth tissues. Our system self-adjusts to ensure minimal awareness that the anesthetic is even being administered. Even our youngest patients don’t seem to mind the injections. If the needle or fears of a frozen face has been keeping you from your dental appointments … fear not!
Soft tissue lasers are most often used in dentistry to correct gum issues. This can include gum disease treatment or changing the shape of your gums. Our patients love it because it feels less invasive than a scalpel and often reduces swelling and bleeding after treatment. They’re not ideal in all situations, so depending on your individual history and needs, we may recommend a different choice.
Hard tissue lasers have helped many patients at Village Periodontics and Dental Implant Center receive a filling without freezing. Not only does that mean you leave our office without a numb mouth so that you can get back to your busy life as quickly and seamlessly as possible, but they also leave more healthy tooth structure behind and can improve the longevity of the compromised tooth.
We are committed to making your experience as relaxing and comfortable as possible. Technology is a big part of that – and we make good use of it.
Please call today to book your consultation or to ask any questions about our practice. We welcome new patients, and our friendly team will be happy to talk to you.