Dental Technology Cambridge
Advanced Technology for Lasting Results
The skill and experience of our team do much to promote the oral health and overall wellness of our patients. However, we could not truly excel without the aid of certain pieces of technology. Would you like to learn about some of the advanced instruments that we use to elevate your dental care experience? This blog post describes a few of them. Call our Cambridge office if you have any questions about what you learn!
Digital Dental X-Rays
Unlike their film counterparts, digital dental X-rays are able to be immediately viewed by our dentists for a more streamlined visit. The quality of the images is also higher, allowing our team to make more precise diagnoses and treatment plans. Learn more about the digital dental imaging technology in Cambridge we use by clicking the link below.
Picasso Diode Laser
Our laser dentistry hygienists mainly use the Picasso Diode Laser in Cambridge for laser disinfection and laser-assisted gum disease treatment. The laser is extremely safe and effective at reducing periodontal pathogens to improve gum health. It can also be used to treat cold sores (herpes labialis) and sensitive teeth. When more advanced surgical and non-surgical periodontal treatment is needed, Dr. Todd utilizes the Fotona Lightwalker.
Microscope
A dental microscope in Cambridge is also known as an operating microscope. It is an advanced instrument that allows our team to see even the smallest details in your mouth. For example, it can allow us to see even very small cracks or other imperfections in your teeth. It can even be used during advanced procedures, like root canal therapy and gum treatments, so we can be as thorough as possible.
Our microscope goes far beyond the visibility provided by bare eyes or other common optical aids, like loupes. It can truly empower us to provide you with the highest level of care!
The Advantages of Dental Microscopes
Dental microscopes offer some pretty remarkable advantages:
- An average dental microscope can provide up to 25x magnification. No details should remain unnoticed!
- Built-in lighting illuminates the treatment area and gets rid of pesky shadows that might otherwise obscure our field of view.
- Microscopes allow our team to maintain better posture during procedures. This reduces fatigue so we can focus all our energy on providing top-quality care for our patients.
- The level of visual detail provided by our microscopes allows us to provide thorough treatment that is still as minimally invasive and precise as possible.
- Dental microscopes are very safe to use for both patients and our dental team.
What is the bottom line on all the benefits provided by dental microscopes? This technology contributes to better patient outcomes, shorter recovery times, and an overall improved patient experience.
Cone Beam 3D X-Ray
A cone beam 3D X-ray is also known as a cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) machine. It emits a cone-shaped beam of radiation, which produces highly detailed, three-dimensional images of your oral tissues. In addition to giving us a look at your jawbone and tooth roots, it can also provide details about nerves and connective tissues.
Our CBCT machine plays a critical role in treatment planning, especially when we are preparing for complex procedures such as root canal therapy or dental implant placement. It can also be a great aid in diagnosing certain oral health issues.
The scanning process is fast, painless, and totally non-invasive.
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