Most of you reading this today probably have strained and uncomfortable memories of visiting our family dentist. Let’s face it! Nobody looks back on their last root canal with fond memories! Yet, despite the anxiety we feel, our dental health is essential. Thus we resign ourselves to discomfort in order to ensure a lasting, sparkling smile.
Luckily, advancements in dental technology over the years are improving our overall experience and ensuring that our trip to the dentist is quicker, more accessible, less painful, and far more reliable and effective than in the past. Of course, none of this could be possible without the use of some of the following advancements in the medical field.
Less invasive procedures
Also referred to as “micro dentistry”, the term Minimal Invasive Procedures refers to several techniques which work to ensure the conservation and improvement of a patient’s oral hygiene and tooth structure. It is an approach which focuses on removing as little as possible from the tooth structure while pinpointing and removing any issues.
This further works to reduce the need for subsequent visits or future dental repairs. The dentist will conduct a number of preliminary procedures and tests to determine and highlight factors such as healthy bacteria in your saliva and the presence of tooth decay. In essence, less invasive procedures are pre-emptive and attempt to catch and prevent further issues from developing, decreasing the likelihood of having to sit through something such as a root canal down the line.
The Smart Toothbrush
The future of technology is integration. Everyone has at least one smart device in their home. Whether it’s a TV or a full-on remote home system for the living room, there’s no reason why this shouldn’t apply to our bathroom. Smart toothbrushes have micro senses that track our daily brushing habits and offer tips from an app on our phone to help improve the process for better oral hygiene.
This is an incredible advancement, especially for parents who struggle to get their kids to maintain a routine. Smart toothbrushes provide interactive games and incentives to maintain and improve dental hygiene.
Digital Dentures
Back in the good old (archaic) days of dentistry, it could take weeks and multiple visits to your dentist to get your dentures made and fitted. With technological advancements comes a new avenue in making precision-fitted dentures at a fraction of the cost and time taken.
Two revolutionary systems, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) work to streamline and enhance this process. It allows dentists to create and fabricate dentures through the use of material discs. Your dentures may be usable in just a few small steps.
Smile Design Software
Designed from the ground up to enhance our dental practices, Smile Design Software allows us to create visually impactful and effective simulations of a patient’s mouth, teeth and jaw structure. It helps dentists generate a realistic simulation of a procedure’s outcome at a simple button click.
Patients have the freedom to see what their dental procedure would look like with a beautiful representation of the outcome and to get excited about the possibility of having a stunning new smile. Smile Design Software can link to a dentist’s CAD and CAM workflow and track all their procedure plans.
The Opticlar Zumax OMS2380 Dental Microscope
The modern dentist is simply underprepared without a trusty microscope. When high resolution and high definition are required for clear vision and minute detail, the Zumax OMS2380 simply excels in this regard. Contemporary dental examinations and procedures can be performed with greater clarity and detail using the Zumax OMS2380 Dental Microscope, which is made from German optical glass of the highest quality.
With all the latest advances in technology, a visit to Montana Dental is more than just a check-up. It’s an educational experience that leaves you walking out of our practice with the brightest of smiles! We hope to see you soon!
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Dentistry done the right way requires modern tools, a keen understanding of how to use them, and above all else, care for your comfort and individual health requirements. We offer an extensive treatment programme far outpacing other practices in the market.
Contact us on 012 492 7094 for professional dentistry and a client-centric approach to your oral hygiene.