Dexis

Leading Edge Comfort

Traditional x-rays have been an invaluable diagnostic tool since they were discovered in the 19th century, yet by modern standards, there’s no doubt they have their limitations. Now, with our DEXIS®  advanced imaging technology we can offer you diagnostic services that are more efficient, more accurate, safer, and more comfortable for you!

Here are some of the great benefits of going digital with DEXIS…

• Reduced radiation exposure – a fraction of what it used to be
• No exposure to film or chemicals and no need for disposal solutions
• Sharp, high-resolution images for improved diagnostics
• No wait time for imaging
• Chairside monitor images to help increase your understanding
• Easily transferable digital images for storage and speedy insurance processing.

Dentistry is advancing in leaps and bounds and we are totally committed to investing in the latest technology to provide you with the highest standard of dentistry. Technologies that once filled a room have been reduced to streamlined devices that are more efficient, patient-friendly and superior to their original counterparts. We know that you will appreciate and enjoy the experience of our advanced technology.

Oral Cancer

A Very Important Topic…

Detecting oral cancer

We’ve invested in a very important new technology.

We have always screened regularly for oral cancer, which is on the rise – particularly among young adults who have none of the known lifestyle risk factors like tobacco, alcohol use, diabetes, or HIV – but visual evidence can be elusive. That’s why we have acquired VELscope® , a state-of-the-art, painless, non-invasive screening tool that helps us to see what we can’t see with the unaided eye. VELscope does not diagnose cancer, but it uses light and natural fluorescence to reveal potential problems when used during your regular exams. It takes only a minute and at the least can provide you with peace of mind. Most importantly, if oral cancer is caught early, the five-year survival rate can be as high as 90%. If not, the rate drops significantly.

The risk factors for oral cancer now include the human papilloma virus (HPV), linked to cervical cancer and now to oral cancer. This may account for the increased incidence of oral cancer among younger adults. In the U.S., it has been estimated that 80% of the population has or is a carrier of the dormant HPV.

We encourage an annual VELscope exam for all patients 18 and over. We will perform this oral cancer screening as part of your routine 12-month exam.

 Air Abrasion

During air abrasion, a fine stream of particles is aimed at the decayed portion of the tooth. These particles are made of an aluminum oxide mixture and are propelled toward the tooth surface by compressed air or a gas that runs through the dental handpiece. Small particles of decay on the tooth surface are removed as the stream of particles strikes them. The particles of decay are then “suctioned” away.

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