Advanced dental technology in Aliso Viejo, California

At Advanced Dental, we provide you with top-notch dental care, which includes a highly trained staff, modern techniques, and advanced dental technology to improve dental health and overall wellness. The dental technology we utilize includes advanced diagnostic tools to ensure a comfortable and effective treatment process. Look below at some of the technology we use and how it improves our level of care.

Advanced technology improves oral health

Patients benefit from better care and healthier teeth and gums using advanced dental technology. Some of the tools we use to accomplish this are:

Digital radiographs (x-rays)·  

Digital radiographs (x-rays) are a crucial diagnostic tool for dental professionals, offering enhanced imaging capabilities on large computer screens compared to traditional film radiographs. They allow for easy copying, printing, and transmission to specialists, reducing the need for additional x-rays. A key advantage is the significant reduction in radiation exposure and the elimination of film and chemicals, making the process more environmentally friendly.       

Panoramic X-rays

Panoramic X-rays, also known as Panorex® or orthopantomograms, are wraparound photographs of the face and teeth that reveal hidden structures, such as wisdom teeth, cavities, fractures, and bone loss. Unlike traditional dental X-rays, panoramic X-rays are extraoral and involve a mechanism that rotates around the head, making them simpler to perform. They are typically taken on an as-needed basis to provide a comprehensive view of the sinus areas, nasal areas, and mandibular nerve, particularly useful when a patient experiences extreme pain or sinus-related dental issues.

Cephalometric X-rays

The cephalometric X-ray is a unique tool that captures a complete radiographic image of the side of the face, allowing dentists to view the teeth, jawbone, and soft tissues beyond the naked eye’s capabilities. These extraoral X-rays, often taken with a panoramic X-ray machine, display the nasal and sinus passages missed by intraoral bitewing X-rays. The process involves an adapted machine with a cephalometric film holder mounted on a mechanical arm, exposing an X-ray image receptor to ionizing radiation to capture the entire oral structure. Cephalometric X-rays expose the body to less radiation and, while less common than full sets or bitewing X-rays, they serve several important diagnostic functions.

Intraoral cameras

Intraoral cameras are revolutionizing routine dental appointments by providing patients with a unique, detailed view of each tooth, aiding in understanding diagnoses and making informed treatment decisions. Connected to a computing unit at the dental chair, a pen-sized wand is inserted into the mouth to create a magnified, full-color movie of the inner mouth. This comfortable and valuable tool enhances patient education and offers an honest assessment of dental health.

Dental X-Rays

Dental radiographs (X-rays) are essential, preventative diagnostic tools that provide critical information not visible during regular dental exams. They enable dentists and dental hygienists to detect hidden abnormalities, such as abscesses, cysts, bone loss, tumors, decay, developmental issues, poor tooth positions, and problems inside teeth or below the gum line. Early detection and treatment of these issues can save time, money, and prevent discomfort. Dental X-rays are safe, producing low levels of radiation, with precautions like lead apron shields and fast film to minimize exposure.

Diagnodent® 

Diagnodent® is a safe fluorescent laser that accurately detects hidden tooth decay quickly and in its earliest stages. It helps preserve natural teeth by identifying decay without scratching, probing, or opening the tooth, reducing the need for expensive and time-consuming restorations. This tool is over 90% accurate, exposing more caries than traditional X-rays and examinations, even when decay is hidden due to fluoridation. By detecting decay early, Diagnodent® offers more treatment options and increases the chances of retaining natural teeth.

BIOLASE® 

BIOLASE® Technology’s innovative dental lasers, such as the Waterlase®, reduce the complexity and trauma of common dental procedures. Utilizing hydrokinetic technology, the Waterlase® removes hard and soft tissue with laser-powered water droplets, eliminating heat, vibrations, and noise. Approved by the FDA for use on adults and children, this versatile device can perform various procedures, including caries removal, cavity preparation, and gum reshaping. Its precision often negates the need for anesthesia, sterilizes the surgical area, and provides a painless, needle-free experience, especially beneficial for children and anxious patients.

Vatech CBCT Scan

The Vatech CBCT Scan is an advanced imaging technology that provides detailed three-dimensional views of the teeth, soft tissues, nerve pathways, and bone. Utilizing Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), this scan allows for precise diagnosis and treatment planning in various dental procedures. It is especially useful for implant placement, orthodontics, and assessing complex cases. The Vatech CBCT Scan enhances patient care by delivering high-resolution images with lower radiation exposure compared to traditional CT scans, ensuring safer and more effective dental treatments.

Benefits of advanced dental technology

Diagnosis

An accurate diagnosis is important in order to determine the cause of dental problems and develop the most accurate treatment plan possible. Our goal isn’t to just address symptoms, we want to get to the cause of the problem so that we can improve overall health. Digital imaging allows us a clearer view of the teeth and bones so we can see what’s happening beyond what is visible with the human eye.

Treatment

Dental technology has also advanced the way we provide treatment. Digital scanners can eliminate the need for messy, uncomfortable impressions and improve the accuracy of treatment. Technology also helps us plan out treatments such as dental implants to increase the long-term success of the procedure.

Comfort

In addition to improving diagnosis and treatment, advanced dental technology makes the patient experience more pleasant and comfortable. Technology helps us reduce patient discomfort during procedures and reduces recovery time for improved healing.

Call Advanced Dental today for dental care using advanced technology

We invite you to give us a call today to learn more about how advanced dental technology can improve the beauty and health of your smile, and your overall dental experience.  We are committed to providing digital dentistry that has the very specific goal of delivering the highest level of care available to keep your teeth and gums healthy and beautiful. Call (949) 289-9993 to schedule an appointment at our Aliso Viejo, CA office today.