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Our practice features state-of-the-art dental technology to help us provide you with the most efficient and painless treatment, and to save you the time and costs of extra office visits and referral visits. We regularly upgrade our technology, and we are committed to training our team so that we develop expertise in using all our devices effectively and safely. Here is just some of the technology that helps us give you the best in modern dental care.
To help us identify occurrences of caries (cavities and tooth decay) that may be difficult to seeeven with x-raysbecause they are between teeth or in their beginning stages, we use the CamX Spectra Caries Detection Aid. This device uses fluorescence to detect early-stage caries, and its software generates color-coded images and a numerical indication of the depth of cavities and decay. Early detection results in less need for fillings.
Our lab features state-of-the-art CEREC technology, which allows us to scan patients teeth, and then design, mill, and crystallize crowns in a short period of time so that we can place them in patients mouths during a single visit.
Using K-Laser modern pain relief technology, we can prioritize and help ensure your physical comfort before we perform any other treatment you might require. Our laser unit provides pain management and therapy that is safe, non-invasive, and painless.
Our in-office technology also includes a dental CBCT (cone beam computer tomography) unita specialized x-ray unit that allows us to take 3D images of teeth, soft tissues, nerve paths, sinus cavities, and bone within the craniofacial regionso that we may provide you with the most successful cosmetic dentistry possible, and so that we can obtain comprehensive views of head and neck areas involved in the treatments we provide for snoring and sleep apnea, TMJ therapy, and functional orthodontics. The radiation level of the unit is extremely lowabout 1000 times lower than that of a conventional medical CAT scanner. Our dental CBCT unit allows us to complete the imaging we need right in the office, and to streamline your dental treatments.
When it comes to your dental health, the importance of prevention cannot be overstated. X-rays are an integral part of your dental records, yet they give only a certain kind of view of the inside of your mouth. We also use an intraoral camera to show us additional aspects of your teeth and mouth in more detail. This can reveal cavities beside fillings, cracked teeth, plaque deposits, and excessive wear. Discovering these types of problems in their early stages allows us to provide less invasive, more cost-effective treatment.
If necessary, Winchester Dental offers a one-year, deferred-interest plan where our office pays interest to Care Credit for the first year. Our patients can apply for CareCredit online or at our office, whichever is most convenient.
During your first visit, we will perform a full evaluation, which begins with a review of your medical history. Please provide complete, up-to-date information on your health. Let us know if you have experienced recent hospitalization or surgery, or if you have recently been ill. Also tell us the names, doses, and frequency of any medications you are takingwhether prescription or over-the-counter productsand the name of your physician(s). Inform us of any changes in your health or medications. This information will help us select the safest and most effective method of treatment for you.
To assess your current dental health and needs, well take a full set of oral photos, as well as x-rays that allow us to view the structure of your jaws, the position of your teeth, any signs of infection in the gums, and possible cavities.
Were experienced in helping patients with dental anxiety. Our entire team is focused on your comfort. Friendly, compassionate dental assistants will talk to you with genuine caring throughout your visit and hold your hand if you wish. We can help you feel more comfortable with blankets or pillows, headphones to listen to music, a bottle of water, or even a snack! Depending on your needs, we also offer conscious sedation along with certain procedures and treatments.
For your convenience, our practice features an in-office dental lab. The state-of-the-art technology in our lab saves you travel time and extra costs by allowing us to quickly complete certain processes on our premises, including fabricating and placing same-day crowns, making customized retainers, and taking 3D scans of your head and neck.