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Modern  dental technology

What new technologies are being used?

Digital Radiography

Digital imaging has only recently become widely used in dentistry.  Our operatories are equipped with intraoral digital sensors to utilize this technology. Digital radiography can reduce radiation exposure up to 90% when compared with traditional dental radiographs.

Endoscope

In addition to digital radiography, our office utilizes the dental endoscope.  Magnification and fiber optic illumination are used in aiding the doctor to see tiny details inside your tooth. By using a tiny video camera in conjunction with fiber optic illumination the endoscope provides exceptional visual details necessary to complete the root canals to the highest standard of care possible.

Ultrasonics

The vibrating action of ultrasonic instruments allows the endodontist to thoroughly clean the canal walls as well as remove posts and other obstructions in root canals. These instruments are also used to prepare the root end  for filling during endodontic surgery.

Nickel Titanium Rotary Instrumentation

We use a new generation of nickel titatnium endodontic instruments that take advantage of the greater flexibility and resistance to fracture. These newer files are superior to the traditional stainless steel hand filing systems used in the past.