Technology
Equipment that lets you see what we see.
01 Technology
i-CAT 3D cone beam imaging
The scanner turns around your head once and captures hundreds of images, which the software assembles into a 3D model of your teeth, jawbone, nerves, sinuses and soft tissue.
What it means for you
- Implants are planned before surgery day: the size, angle and position are chosen with the nerve and bone in full view.
- Wisdom teeth and difficult extractions are mapped ahead of time, which can shorten the procedure and recovery.
- Failing implants and hidden problems can be seen in three dimensions instead of guessed at from a flat image.
02 Technology
Digital x-rays
A small sensor replaces film. The image appears on a screen in seconds, sharp enough to zoom in on a single tooth.
What it means for you
- Much less radiation than traditional film x-rays.
- You see the image with us, on the screen, while we explain it.
- Used at new patient visits and for emergencies, so decisions are based on what's actually there.
03 Technology
Intraoral cameras
A camera about the size of a pen that takes close-up photos inside your mouth and shows them on the screen in real time.
What it means for you
- You see the same crack, worn filling or inflamed gum the dentist sees.
- It makes it easier to ask questions and decide, instead of taking our word for it.
- Photos help us track small problems over time.
04 Technology
Digital impressions
A handheld scanning wand records your teeth and turns them into a 3D model on a nearby screen. No trays of impression putty.
What it means for you
- No gagging on impression material.
- A precise model for the lab, which helps crowns, veneers, night guards and aligners fit well.
- You can see the scan, and for Invisalign, a preview of how your teeth are planned to move.
None of it replaces a conversation. The images are there so the conversation is about something you can both see.
Next step
See it for yourself at a first visit.
Exam and digital x-rays are $80 for new patients.
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