Dental Technology
Modern dental technology has transformed the way we provide dental care in today’s world. Modern dental technology helps us find the solutions to dental problems more efficiently and helps us provide more comfortable dental care for you. As your dentist in Watertown, SD, we’re committed to providing excellent dental care to our patients. We use a range of modern dental techniques and equipment to help us service our patients.
Cephalometric X-Rays
Cephalometric X-rays are X-rays that show your head from the side, showing the teeth and jaw. These X-rays can be used to assess broken teeth, some types of cancer, broken jaw, impacted teeth, dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint, and problems with the airway. These X-rays are taken from outside your mouth and do not require you to bite down on any equipment.
CEREC Same-Day Dentistry
If you need a dental crown, your dentist may recommend a CEREC same-day crown. CEREC same-day crowns are made of porcelain and designed to look completely natural. These crowns do not have a black core to break light reflection, so the appearance of these crowns is often a good match for your natural teeth. Once the same-day crown is in place, it can last many years.
Cone Beam Imaging
Cone-beam imaging is an image that uses a cone-shaped X-ray beam to reconstruct a 3D image of the patient’s anatomy. The data reconstructs a 3D image of the patient’s teeth, mouth, neck, jaw, ears, nose, and throat. This helps with diagnosis and treatment of various conditions.
Digital X-Rays
Digital photography is a type of photography that replaces traditional film with an X-ray sensor. This X-ray sends an image to the computer so dentists and patients can look at the image on the screen. During the process, the computer can compare old images to new images and identify new problems or changes in the patient’s dental health. This helps the dentist focus on tiny changes as they are taking place in the mouth.
Laser Dentistry
Laser dentistry is a way to perform dental procedures like teeth cleaning. Lasers use concentrated light to cut or reshape various tissues in the mouth. Use of a laser is more comfortable than traditional dental tools and can leave the patient feeling more comfortable afterwards. Dentists may use lasers for surgical procedures, removing tooth decay, and more.
Panoramic X-Rays
A panoramic X-ray is an X-ray that creates an image of your entire mouth. Panoramic X-rays can help your dentist look at impacted teeth, infections, bone abnormalities, and more. Panoramic X-rays can be used to take pictures of implants, braces, and dentures.
We use a lot of dental technology in Watertown, SD. It changes the patient’s experience when they come to the dentist! Learn more about how our dental technology can help you – call today to make an appointment.
