Technology

Technology is a driving force at our practice. Our technologies allow us to be more precise, provide higher-quality results and lessen your time in the treatment chair. We promise to always remain at the forefront of leading dentistry.

Clarity Dental Technology

Dentist Reviewing 3D Imaging On Screen

3D Imaging

3D imaging is an incredible improvement on the traditional x-ray. First and foremost, it dramatically decreases the amount of patient exposure to radiation. As its name implies, 3D imaging also provides more accuracy and efficiency in monitoring growth and detecting dental problems. The digital images capture the entire mouth and jaw from every angle. Popular 3D imaging systems include iCAT, CRANEX and GALILEOS.

Benefits of Dental 3-D Imaging:

Improved Diagnosis: CBCT images provide a more detailed and accurate view of dental conditions. Dentists can detect issues such as dental caries, impacted teeth, infections, and tumors with greater precision.

Enhanced Treatment Planning: Dentists can create precise treatment plans based on 3-D images, making it easier to perform procedures like dental implants, root canals, and orthodontic treatments. This level of accuracy leads to better treatment outcomes and shorter recovery times.

Reduced Radiation Exposure: While traditional dental X-rays expose patients to minimal radiation, CBCT imaging uses lower doses and still produces higher-quality images. This reduces the patient’s radiation exposure while maintaining diagnostic accuracy.

Customized Restorations: 3-D imaging enables the creation of highly customized dental restorations like crowns, bridges, and dentures. Dentists can design these prosthetics with meticulous detail, ensuring a perfect fit and natural appearance.

Feel free to ask us any questions about our imaging systems during your visit.

Cone Beam Technology

Cone Beam Technology

Dental implants are the most cutting-edge therapy available for the replacement of missing teeth.

In order to provide the highest quality of implant placement results, we use a CBCT Scan — a cutting-edge alternative to the traditional CT scan and an incredible improvement on the traditional x-ray.

This machine takes 3-D and digital panoramic images of your mouth, allowing us to monitoring growth and diagnosing problems, as well as capture a thorough view the entire mouth from every angle. With the CBCT Scanner, implant therapy is more predictable and more precise than ever before.

Dentist Reviewing Digital Dental X-Ray Scan On Tablet

Digital Imaging

We use digital imaging software in our office, which allows us to take a digital picture of you and use our imaging system to predict how a particular treatment or cosmetic procedure would change the appearance of your teeth. This software is beneficial for patients who are considering cosmetic procedures but are not sure if they’re ready for dramatic changes. Digital imaging also allows us to document your dental case and procedures very well. We take digital images of your face, teeth and smile to provide us with a permanent dental record and to provide a visual documentation of treatment.

Improved Diagnostic Precision:
Digital dental imaging allows for high-resolution images that provide a detailed view of the teeth, gums, and surrounding oral structures. This level of clarity is crucial for identifying dental issues such as cavities, gum disease, impacted teeth, and bone abnormalities. Dentists can zoom in, enhance, and manipulate these images to gain a better understanding of the patient’s oral health.

Reduced Radiation Exposure:
One of the most significant benefits of digital dental imaging is the substantial reduction in radiation exposure compared to traditional X-ray films. Digital radiography typically requires up to 90% less radiation, making it a safer option for both patients and dental professionals.

Instant Image Capture:
With digital imaging, there is no need to wait for X-ray films to develop. Images are captured digitally and can be viewed almost immediately on a computer screen. This quick turnaround time allows dentists to discuss findings and treatment options with patients in real-time, leading to more informed decisions.

Enhanced Patient Education:
Digital images are easily shared with patients, helping them better understand their oral health conditions. Dentists can use the images to explain treatment options and demonstrate the progression of dental issues over time, leading to increased patient engagement and cooperation.

 
Dentist Pointing At Digital X-Ray On Tablet

Digital Impressions

Digital impressions are the most up-to-date technology used for taking impressions of the teeth. There are four major scanner systems that dentists can use: Cadent iTero, 3M ESPE Lava COS, CEREC by Sirona, and E4D by D4D Technologies. With digital impressions, you no longer have to suffer through uncomfortable traditional impression trays or temporaries. Rather, we simply scan your teeth with our impression technology to create a digital image. We then use this image to produce the restoration of choice, either on-site or through a milling lab. Once the restoration is created, we are able to blend the restoration in with your surrounding teeth, adjust as needed and give it a final polish.
Dentist Pointing At Digital X-Ray On Tablet

Digital X-rays

Digital radiography uses an estimated 40-90% less radiation than conventional film x-rays. Digital x-rays use a digital image capture device in place of traditional film, sending an image immediately to a computer. The result is a highly-detailed image of the mouth, and its contrast and resolution can be enhanced to more easily diagnose dental problems and determine the very best treatment for each case.

This means more safety and better accuracy for you.

Enhanced Imaging Quality:
Dental digital X-rays produce high-resolution images that allow dentists to visualize teeth, bones, and surrounding tissues with exceptional clarity. This superior image quality makes it easier to identify even the minutest dental issues, such as cavities, gum disease, and impacted teeth, which might have been missed with traditional film X-rays.

Reduced Radiation Exposure:
One of the most significant advantages of digital X-rays is the dramatic reduction in radiation exposure compared to conventional film X-rays. Digital X-ray systems require significantly less radiation to produce images, making them much safer for both patients and dental professionals. This reduction in radiation is particularly important for pregnant women and children.

Faster Results:
With traditional film X-rays, patients often had to wait for the film to be developed, a process that could take some time. Dental digital X-rays provide instantaneous results. Images are captured and displayed on a computer screen within seconds, allowing dentists to promptly assess and discuss findings with patients.

Cone Beam Technology

Electronic Claims

Many offices utilize electronic claims processing. This means that rather than being sent through the mail, a dental claim is sent electronically to an insurance company with the click of a button. We can submit information more efficiently and with fewer errors. This benefits patients because the turn-around time on claims is faster and fewer claims are returned or denied.

Here are some key aspects and advantages of dental electronic claims processing:

Efficiency and Speed:
Electronic claims processing significantly reduces the time it takes to submit, review, and process dental insurance claims. Unlike paper claims that may get lost in the mail or require manual sorting, electronic claims can be submitted instantly and are readily available for processing.

Accuracy:
The risk of errors associated with manual data entry is greatly reduced with electronic claims. Claims are submitted electronically with standardized codes and formats, reducing the chances of misinterpretation or transcription errors. This accuracy benefits both dental providers and insurance companies.

Cost Savings:
Electronic claims processing reduces administrative costs related to printing, mailing, and storing paper claims. Additionally, it accelerates the payment process, allowing dental practices to receive reimbursement more quickly, improving cash flow.

We are happy to submit your dental claims to your insurance company on your behalf. Please let us know if you have any questions about the e-claim process.

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