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CEREC
The CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) machine is a dental tool that enables dentists to create customized ceramic dental restorations in a single visit. Traditionally, this process involved sending molds to a dental laboratory and required multiple trips to the dentist, taking up to a week. CEREC machines use 3D scans to produce ceramic onlays, inlays, and dental crowns, allowing for same-day restorations. The machine works by capturing 3D images of the patient's mouth, identifying areas that require restoration, and then creating the restorative piece from a ceramic block, which is color-matched to the natural teeth. The process typically takes around 20 minutes. The advantages of CEREC machines include time savings, as the need for a second visit is eliminated, accuracy in replicating the tooth, and reduction of material waste due to precise replication.
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LANAP
The LANAP protocol is an FDA-cleared laser treatment that provides a less painful and more successful alternative to conventional surgery for treating gum disease. It utilizes the PerioLase MVP-7, a laser device with variable pulsed Nd:YAG technology. This treatment is scientifically proven to promote periodontal regeneration, new bone growth, and gum tissue reattachment. Unlike traditional surgery, LANAP targets the source of inflammation without harming healthy gum tissue, effectively reducing attachment loss, decreasing pocket depth, and allowing the body to naturally recover from chronic infection. This protocol has become one of the most successful methods for treating gum disease, eliminating the need for scalpels or sutures.
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CBCT
Dental cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is an advanced medical imaging technique used when regular dental or facial X-rays are insufficient. It provides accurate, three-dimensional imaging of hard tissues and involves a lower radiation exposure compared to traditional CT scans. CBCT scanners use a cone-shaped X-ray beam that rotates around the patient to capture numerous images, creating a 3D representation of dental structures, nerves, soft tissues, and bones in a single scan. The scan is particularly useful for examining dentition, jaws, facial bones, nasal cavity, and sinuses.
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Implants
When a tooth is lost, whether due to injury or disease, it can lead to various complications such as rapid bone loss, difficulties in speech, and discomfort while chewing. To address these issues and improve the patient's overall well-being, dental implants are commonly used as a tooth replacement option. By utilizing dental implants, individuals can experience significant improvements in their quality of life and overall oral health, as these implants provide stability, functionality, and aesthetics similar to natural teeth.
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Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation
Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation® involves creating small punctures in the gum tissue using a needle. Specially designed instruments are then used to loosen and guide the gum tissue over the area where it has receded. This procedure does not require cutting or stitching, resulting in minimal post-operative symptoms such as pain, swelling, and bleeding. Patients can expect immediate cosmetic improvements and generally return to their normal activities within 24 to 48 hours after the treatment.
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Teeth Whitening
Pain-free, whitening option for patients prone to sensitivity. It offers a tray-free maintenance solution for home care. The procedure involves using a cordless, lighted mouthpiece to whiten and brighten teeth, achieving results that can be up to 12 shades lighter in just 16 minutes. This method provides a faster and healthier approach to teeth whitening. For the take-home care kit, it can lighten teeth by up to 5 shades in 5 days. The kit does not require the use of trays. Additionally, this system is three times stronger and safer than traditional whitening methods. It is also effective in targeting Tetracycline staining, a type of discoloration caused by certain medications.
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LPRF/Blood Draw
L-PRF therapy is a technique that concentrates platelets, growth factors, leukocytes, and proteins into a flexible biological matrix to facilitate the healing of both soft and hard tissues in the oral cavity. It is particularly beneficial in procedures such as socket preservation, which reduces bone loss after tooth extraction, and tissue regeneration following bone grafts for dental implants. L-PRF can also rejuvenate dental pulp, potentially eliminating the need for root canal therapy or tooth extraction. During the L-PRF procedure, a small amount of the patient's own blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to isolate plasma and platelets. These concentrated growth factors and proteins are then reintroduced at the treatment site to accelerate healing and stimulate natural collagen production.
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Safe Amalgam Removal
In the past, dentists commonly used amalgam, a mixture of metals including mercury, for tooth fillings. However, concerns have arisen regarding the potential health risks associated with amalgam fillings. Patients with amalgam fillings have reported various health problems, ranging from headaches and digestive issues to anxiety, cancer, and kidney disease, often linked to mercury poisoning caused by vapors emitted from the fillings. As a result, many individuals are now seeking to replace their old silver fillings. To ensure safety during the removal of amalgam fillings, dentists often choose to cut the filling into small pieces rather than removing it as a single unit. Although this approach may require more effort, it significantly reduces the need for drilling. By minimizing drilling, the amount of mercury vapors generated during the removal process is greatly reduced. This precautionary measure aims to mitigate the potential exposure to mercury and enhance the overall safety of the procedure.