What technology should I look for when choosing a dentist?
Your dentist should utilize the latest advances in dentistry. For example there is a hi tech device available that allows specially trained dentists to produce and cement superb quality porcelain crowns in a single visit. The patient saves precious time with fewer dental visits. They don’t have to wear uncomfortable temporary crowns and the number of Novocain injections are greatly reduced. There are dental lasers available that are virtually painless and often don’t even require Novocain. Our new office opening mid august will offer these and much more cutting edge technology at no extra cost to the patient. Advanced dental care with a gentle touch is our goal.
How accurate is the detection of tooth decay ?
Enamel hardness caused by Fluoride in our water supply has made it extremely difficult to detect decay in tooth crevasses, especially in children. Dental decay can be underneath seemingly intact surfaces. It has been estimated that 10 to 20% of tooth decay is incorrectly diagnosed. Good news! There is a new product available that some dentist have invested in, the DIAGNOdent. When this device is painlessly used it accurately determines if decay is present. And if treatment is really necessary. Our new office opening September 4 will offer this and much more cutting edge technology at no extra cost. Affordable, advanced, gentle dental care is our goal.
Have there been improvements in dental x-ray machines?
Over the past fifteen years dental x-ray technology has under gone a radical transformation. High tech digital x-ray machines provide exceptionally accurate diagnostic information and the radiation level has been reduced to an extremely safe level. This technology is expensive and as a result relatively few dentist have participated in this revelation. Patient demand should eventually force digital dental radiography to be the norm rather than the exception.
Our new office opening September 4 will utilize the new digital x-ray machines and much more cutting edge technology at no extra cost. Affordable, advanced, gentle dental care is our goal.
Should I do my own tooth whitening or seek professional assistance?
There are many over the counter tooth whiteners that work relatively well. Although dentists can sell more potent whiteners that work faster. Dentists can also construct comfortable custom trays so the whitener covers the entire tooth and does not extend onto the sensitive gum tissue. Over the counter methods tend to miss places on the teeth, irritate the gums and often do not extend far enough back in the mouth. Custom trays hold the whitener accurately in place so the gel doesn’t dissolve nearly as fast. Our new office opening September 5 will construct custom trays and much more. Affordable, advanced, gentle dental care is our goal.
I do not like the sharp pain of dental shots can you help me?
Your complaint is very common and help is on the way. The invention called the Vibraject is not magic, but it’s close. This devise clips onto the injection syringe and when activated its high frequency is transmitted to the injection site. This causes the pain nerve endings to shut down and effectively masks the discomfort. I tried this on myself and it really works. Our office routinely uses the Vibraject. We care about our patients comfort and provide gentle quality dental care. All new patients are welcomed. Affordable advanced dental care is our goal. Ask about our free teeth whitening special.
I recently had a porcelain crown done. It took three appointments, three times being shot with Novocain, and I had to wear an uncomfortable temporary crown for three weeks. Isn’t there a better way to do this?
YES. There is a space age computer generated machine that allows specially trained dentists to produce superb quality porcelain crowns in one visit. Only one shot and no temporary to wear. Advanced Dental Care is trained in and has invested in this extraordinary technology. Believe it or not there isn’t even an extra charge for these benefits. Affordable advanced dental care. Ask about our free teeth whitening special.
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Is it important for my dentist to check for oral cancer?
YES. Few people realize that one American dies every hour from oral cancer. Alarmingly 25% of oral cancers occurs in people who don’t smoke and have no other lifestyle risks! In addition to traditional exams there is now the amazing VisiLite Plus system. This test is painlessly performed in only a few minutes. It consists of a special mouth rinse followed by viewing the conditioned tissue with a specially designed light technology. Cancer can then be seen before the naked eye alone is able to. Cancer can be caught at it’s earliest, most curable stage. This test is only locally available at Advanced Dental Care. Call us soon.
I am not happy with the way my dentist treats me. How can I go about changing dentist?
As a group the dental profession is very caring. But as in every profession there are exceptions. None the less you deserve to be treated in a manner that your happy with. It is very easy to change dental offices. All you do is notify the new office that you want to make an appointment and they will take care of the rest. Here at Advanced Dental Care the entire staff prides itself on treating each patient with care and compassion. We truly care about our patients. Please try our new state of art office and we won’t disappoint you. We welcome most insurance and of course including title 19.
I have periodontal disease. What is it and is this serious?
The most common type is gingivitis which causes bleeding and reddening of the gums. If left untreated it progresses to periodontitis which damages the bone and connective tissue that support the teeth. Early detection and treatment are your best defense. If left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to extensive tooth loss. Research also indicates that periodontal disease may contribute to diabetes, respiratory disease, heart attach, stroke, or be associated with premature childbirth. We treat periodontal disease at our office. Please call for an appointment and/or a free informational brochure.
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