Bitewing x-rays are taken during an initial or routine dental visit and are useful for revealing cavities between the teeth. Periapical x-rays show the entire tooth, including the roots, as well as the bone surrounding them. These x-rays are useful in helping to diagnose abscesses in teeth as well as periodontal (gum) disease.
The third type of x-ray, the panoramic x-ray, gives a broad overview of the entire mouth. One advantage of the panoramic x-ray is its ease of use. Unlike other x-rays where the film is placed inside the patients mouth, the panoramic film is contained in a machine that moves around the patients head. Some people may be familiar with the panoramic x-ray because it is usually taken when the wisdom teeth (third molars) are being evaluated. The x-ray will also reveal deep cavities and gum disease.
The panoramic x-ray has many other applications, including evaluating patients with past or present TMJ (jaw joint) problems, those who require full or partial removable dentures, dental implants, braces, are at risk or suspected of having oral cancer or other tumors of the jaw, have impacted teeth (especially wisdom teeth), have had any recent trauma to the face or teeth (i.e., can help identify a fractured jaw), and for those who cannot tolerate other types of films.
Kathleenis the Director of Finances for the Lasting Impressions dental practice.She has worked in the dental field all of her professional life and has been with Lasting Impressions for over 28 years. During that time, her work at the practice has included submitting insurance claims, investigating insurance denials, and writing letters of appeal all on behalf of the patients.In addition, Kathleen sets up payment arrangements, treatment plans, and handles all pre-estimates for the patients of the practice.
Kathleen loves working at Lasting Impressions because of the people and the interesting work.I really like the financial work and the investigation of insurance claims I love that Im helping to get the patients the money they really deserve.Thats the fun part for me.Kathleen feels that Lasting Impressions is a practice that really cares about the patients and wants the best for them.
In the time Ive worked here, Ive gotten to know our patients as people, and I feel that theyre much more than patients to me.Kathleen says.I know that Dr. Polsinello also feels this way we have a lot of patients whove come here for years, and they know that we really care for them.
Laura has been working as a Dental Hygienist at Lasting Impressions for over 30 years. She obtained her degree in Dental Hygiene from Hudson Valley Community College. Lauras favorite part of her job is getting to know her patients and forming lasting relationships with them.
Donna has been a Dental Hygienist for 30 years, practicing with Lasting Impressions for the past 13 years. She obtained her Dental Hygiene degree from Hudson Valley Community College. Donna takes pride in helping her patient maintain good oral hygiene
Stephanie has over 30 years experience in the dental field. She received her certificate in Dental Assisting from Monroe Community College. She enjoys getting to know each patient and providing a personal touch for each patient encounter. Stephanie appreciates the team approach to providing the highest level of care possible.
Teresa has been a dental assistant at Lasting Impressions for over six years. She has a degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Teresa is a welcome addition to our team, and our patients enjoy her skills and sense of humor.