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Best Dental Clinic In Anna Nagar

Modern Dental Clinic, Infrastructure and Procedures Performed

For most dental patients, going to the dentist for a quick dental check-up is always a little scary and nerve-wracking. And for children and young children, it is nothing short of a nightmare. This is because people have the impression that dental treatment is always very painful.

Today, with the advent of modern dental treatments and dental technology, things have changed a lot. Now going to the dentist is no longer painful and scary. Dental treatments and technologies such as Invisalign, dental implants, sedation dentistry, and ozone therapy have made visiting the dentist comfortable and wonderful. For this you need to choose best dental clinic in Anna Nagar!

Medical Infrastructure at an Advanced Dental Clinic

In the past, dental equipment was bulky or difficult to use. As technology advances, today's dentists are using better options in their offices to make your dental checkups easier and more enjoyable. Modern equipment includes -

Handheld X-Ray Devices

Intra-Oral Camera

CEREC or Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramic

Dental composite resins

Digital Impressions for 3D images of your mouth

3D imaging

When it comes time to build a new practice, more and more dentists are planning the space for their 3D scanners. From intraoral scanners to Cone Beam CT (CBCT) scanners to iTero digital scanners, dentists have more 3D imaging options than ever before.These scanners not only create clear images of a patient's teeth and gums, but also make it easier to identify signs of tooth decay and gum disease, plan for precise dental implant placement, and avoid them altogether. The process of removing dental implants is complicated.

Major Dental Procedures Performed

Clear Braces

Ozone Therapy

Invisalign

Nightguard

Laser Dental Procedure

Mini Dental Implants

Sedation Dentistry

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Turkey Teeth Side – Computer Aided Dental Design and Design

Turkey Teeth Side – Computer Aided Dental Design and Design

Computer aided dental design and design are carried out with the latest technology in Turkey teeth Side region. Oral and dental health triggers other physical diseases. In addition, disorders and diseases that start in the teeth prevent a person from smiling. Tooth loss and bad images that develop due to dental disease negatively affect a person psychologically. Even in some cases, a person is afraid to enter social environments. Measurement reception and applications in prosthetics and other applications in oral and dental health are developing day by day. Laboratories and clinics in Turkey and especially in the Side region have the latest technological applications applied worldwide. Thanks to intra-oral digital scanners, high achievements are achieved and possible problems are minimized.

Turkey Teeth Side – Computer Aided Dental Design and Design Turkey Teeth - Intraoral Scanning Systems for Prosthesis Construction The oral screening systems applied in the Turkey teeth Side region provide convenience and comfort for both the physician and the patient. During prosthesis construction, the most suitable tooth structure, size, color and shape are decided for the patient. A rehearsal is performed by taking measurements and the prosthesis application is completed as soon as possible. Anxiety and anxiety are seen from time to time in patients undergoing dental treatment. Especially some children are afraid and afraid of dental treatment. This situation is normal. Dental treatment anxiety encountered in both children and adults is expertly addressed by Turkey Side dentists. First of all, it is important to understand the patient's anxiety and to relieve him from a psychological point of view. Another reason for the success of dentists in Turkey is their humane and calming approach to patients. Digital Scanning in Dental Measurement and Oral Patients Turkey teeth Side, dental care starts from the health of the mouth and bones. For this reason, another factor as important as genetics in dental and gum disorders is a person's diet, lifestyle, smoking, etc. It is the environmental effects until its use. For this reason, the most effective way to protect dental health is to protect a person's overall health. In order to get dental services in Turkey, to get teeth done and to get oral health, you can come to the specialist dentists in our institution for a check-up. For detailed information, you can contact our medical secretary and dental assistants by calling us. Read the full article

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The world is moving from analogue to digital, and so are dentists. Technology has revolutionized the dental industry to optimize patient care and satisfaction. The latest advancements have made the time you spend in the dental chair more efficient, while making sure your absolute comfort is never compromised.

Dentistry is moving forward, and I’ve listed a few ways how:

1. Dental 3D Printing

As with many other fields of science and art, the potential applications of 3D printing technology are endless.

If you ever needed a restoration procedure done, the sequence might go as follows:

Your dentist takes an impression of your upper and lower arch

S/he sends that to the lab

You both wait for the lab to create the desired dental models

You will be asked to return when the final product has been delivered to your dentist

With the advent of 3D printing, this can all be done in one appointment.

If you happen to have a tech-savvy dentist, he or she will scan your mouth with an intra-oral scanner that is then presented as a 3D image on the computer. (1) The dentist will then digitally design the desired treatment and send this information to the 3D printer that brings it to life.

A 3D printer has many uses in the dental practice:

Inlays and onlays

Dental crowns

Bridges

Implants

Mouth guards and night guards

Full or partial dentures

Orthodontic appliances (e.g. Invisalign or other clear aligners)

Not only does this save you weeks of waiting for dental labs to finish your dental product, but it also provides you with more accurate results. And, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to skip the lengthy manufacturing process?

Whereas traditional methods allows your dentist to fix any defects after the restoration has been placed in your mouth, this newer method allows him or her to adjust any faults digitally before going to print set-up. This optimizes both your time, your dentist’s time, and your overall healthcare.

2. Digital X-Rays

Radiographs, also known as X-rays, are an essential part of treatment. They are used to diagnose many oral health issues not visible to the naked eye. This includes cavities, periodontal (gum) disease, and root infections, to name a few.

Traditionally, you dentist or dental hygienist would have film in a plastic holder and place it in the area of your mouth they would like to view. There are intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays that target different parts of the head. After capturing the images, they will be processed and analyzed by your doctor.

Although traditional x-rays have been a great diagnostic tool for many years and continue to be used for their lower cost, they have their drawbacks:

Film-based X-rays must be processed, which takes time

Processing film requires chemicals that may be toxic and hard to dispose of

Film isn’t as sensitive to the x-ray beam as digital technology, meaning there’s more radiation output from the x-ray head to produce an image

Digital radiography uses digital sensors to replace the conventional film that dentists have depended on for so many years. The sensor is connected to the computer and when it receives the image, it is immediately displayed on the screen for viewing and analysis. (2) The result? A totally digital workflow, completed in seconds.

It may be more expensive to purchase for the dentist, but the benefits outweigh the initial costs:

No use of chemicals

Environmentally friendly

Faster processing, saving valuable time for you and your dentist

Image enhancement with computer software (with high resolution originals)

50-80% less radiation than film

Images stored in electronic patient records, and sent quickly to referring dentists or insurance companies

If you are concerned about the radiation of x-rays, we have answered a few of your questions here and here.

3. CBCT (Cone Beam)

The types of X-rays we use for diagnosis vary on a case-to-case basis, and in some instances, we need a little more information than what a regular dental x-ray provides us.

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is used to create 3D images of your teeth, surrounding tissues, nerves, ligaments, and bone in the maxillofacial region (head, neck, face, jaws). Think of it as 3D scanners making a digital model of everything your dentist needs to see.

Your dentist will position you in the center of the beam, and the machine will rotate around you in a 360 degree fashion. The whole process takes about 20-40 seconds for a complete scan.

Here are a few reasons a dentist may need to use a CBCT for a better look at a patient’s mouth:

Endodontic surgery (root canals): Gives clinicians valuable information on vulnerable structures such as sinuses, missed canals, and nerve channels

Implant placements: Provides accurate placement of implants in bone and the position of the inferior alveolar nerve as it relates to the placement of implants to prevent nerve damage

Orthodontic work: High quality analysis for the correction of malocclusions and facial disproportion

Diagnosing TMJ

Detecting and measuring jaw tumors

The 3-D images the CBCT produces identifies about 40 percent more lesions (3). That’s why Dr. Burhenne suggests patients get cone beam scans every 5-10 years after a root canal to identify any problems that arise.

Due to a much higher radiation exposure than regular dental x-rays, however, it is only done in cases where the information provided for treatment planning outweighs the radiation risk. That’s why the FDA recommends cone beams not be the first route for dental imagery.

4. DIAGNOdent

Dental caries, or cavities, are one of the most prominent problems in oral health care. Traditionally, dentists diagnose cavities using bite-wing x-rays and a dental explorer. Most cavities occur on the pits and fissures of the tooth, but many go undetected by using traditional methods.

One study showed sensitivity (ability of a test to correctly identify those with a disease) and specificity (ability of a test to correctly identify those without the disease) values of 62% and 84% with the conventional method.

In other words, dentists correctly detected cavities 62% of the time, and correctly determined no cavities 84% of the time (4).

Our goal as dentists is to not only treat cavities accurately, but also to arrest and prevent them in their pre-cavitation stages before a potentially rapid spread of decay. With the introduction of instruments such as the DIAGNOdent pen, in conjunction with our traditional methods, we can do just that.

The laser fluorescence it emits allows us to detect cavitated lesions from non-cavitated lesions.

At the 655 wavelength the device operates, cavitated lesions result in higher scale readings, while non-cavitated lesions result in lower scale readings (4).

DIAGNOdent helps improve treatment in several ways:

Audio signal allows dentist to distinguish between different scale readings

Increases detection accuracy at earlier stages than traditional methods alone

More precise in identifying pit-and-fissure cavities and proximal cavities

Minimally invasive

Read more about how dentists are diagnosing cavities with lasers in another post.

5. Intra-Oral Scanner & Intra-Oral Camera

If you have ever needed restorative or aesthetic work done, you know that one of the first things your dentist or dental assistant does is take an impression.

You see them mixing several materials together to create a uniform consistency, transfer that to a tray, and insert it in your upper or lower arch. They hold the impression material down for a few minutes until it sets, and then remove it.

Most patients are very uncomfortable with this process due to the taste of the material, time it takes to set, and uncontrollable gag reflexes. Patient comfort, along with several other factors can affect the accuracy of a traditional impression due to:

Proper material preparation

Mixing material

Application technique

Setting time

These challenges can lead to improper margins and missed details, resulting in improper fitting of restorations as well as improper occlusion (bite). Digital dental impressions provide an alternative to these complications so that a patient’s teeth may be restored without as much discomfort.

Intraoral scanners are shaped like a pen and project a light source onto the area to be scanned, such as your upper and lower arches for instance (5). Your entire mouth anatomy is captured by imaging sensors and projected onto a computer.

This creates a 3D model of your teeth and surrounding tissues and allows your dentist to diagnose and treat you with increase accuracy and precision.

Some reasons why dentists are moving from traditional to digital impressions are:

Increased patient comfort (this is especially true for those who struggle with mouth breathing, as the airway isn’t blocked by a big tray of impression putty)

No gag reflex or pain

Time efficient

Improved quality and detail of impressions for better-fitting restorations

Reduction in technique sensitive errors

Eco-friendly solution that reduces the need for plastic and impression material

Increases communication and understanding between dentists and patients

The latest technology includes intra-oral cameras that allow your dentist to capture images from points during the scan to be enlarged. This provides a greater overall comfort for the patient, better diagnosis, and more efficient treatment planning.

6. TekScan

Your oral cavity is a complex system made up of muscles, bones, and ligaments. These must all be in harmony for you to talk, bite, and chew properly.

If one of these components is out of balance, it can lead to several problems such as:

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder

Headaches

Bruxism

Fractured teeth

Broken restorations

Tooth pain  

Gum disease

Traditionally, dentists check occlusion (the contact between teeth), with articulating paper. You will notice that your dentist will put this colored piece of paper between your teeth and ask you to bite down a few times. Your dentist will then diagnose these colored marks left on opposing teeth to check that they are contacting properly.

Articulating paper is also used to check if new restorations, such as fillings, inlays and onlays, crowns, and bridges are in proper occlusion with the rest of your dentition.

One study surveyed a group of 295 dentists, many of whom reported that they are “unable to reliably differentiate high and low occlusal force from looking at articulating paper marks.” The analysis from this study showed a sensitivity of 12.6% and specificity of 12.4%, which proves extremely low reliability and confidence using articulating paper as a diagnostic tool. (6)

TekScan offers a modernized solution to these issues. The TekScan device has an extremely thin sensor that is placed inside of your mouth, and just like with articulating paper, you are asked to bite down on it (2). A specialized software then displays your occlusion on a computer screen.

Here are a few things TekScan can do:

Detect biting time and force of bite

Show how occlusion is related to your TMJ

Identify what forces are causing trauma to your TMJ

Detect presence of any occlusal interferences

With this device, any of the guesswork involved in using articulating paper or other traditional methods is eliminated. Your dentist will be able to more accurately diagnose and correct any bite issues, optimizing your post-operative recovery.

7. The Wand

If you are someone who fears going to the dentist, it is probably because of one thing: injections.

Injections gives patients increased anxiety levels and discomfort. A needle can be very intimidating to some people, and the thought of getting one at the dentist’s office prevents patients from coming in altogether. The Wand offers a solution to that.

The Wand is an extremely thin needle that looks more like a pen than it does a needle. This automatically relaxes a patient that otherwise seems extremely anxious in the dental chair. A cartridge filled with local anesthetic is inserted into the Wand, and the delivery of the anesthetic is controlled by a computer (7).

The major benefits of the Wand include (7):

Single Tooth Anesthesia (his allows dentists to numb just one tooth rather than the entire lower jaw)

Three different delivery speeds (Slow, Fast, and Turbo) depending on the injection site

Reduces patient anxiety levels

Extremely thin needle that results in less pain upon injection

For those of you who are looking for other ways to manage your anxiety, we explore the benefits of taking CBD before coming to the clinic.

8. CAD/CAM

Computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) is a computer software that is used to design and create prosthesis (8). A dental prosthesis is a dental appliance used to replace defects such as missing teeth or parts of intact teeth that need restoration.

Why are dentists shifting to CAD/CAM?

Faster fabrication

More precise fit

Increased predictability

Improved efficiency

How does CAD/CAM do all of this? With the help of an intra-oral scanner called CEREC, (CEramic REconstruction) that digitally transfers the information to the computer.

As previously mentioned, the source of digital light on the scanner scans the tooth in need of a restoration and all adjacent teeth that impact its function. The computer then uses this information to precisely calculate a 3D image of restoration for the tooth in question.

We use this creation of orthodontic models for several procedures, such as:

Inlays and Onlays

Crowns

Bridges

Dental implants

This all comes to life using the manufacturing part of the device, the CAM unit.

A specific material is placed in the milling unit, such as titanium, resins, glass ceramics, and zirconium oxide to name a few. The CAM unit mills the material to the precise structure created on the computer, bringing the image to life in a matter of minutes.

While it used to take several visits to the dentists for a restoration, CAD/CAM cuts that down to just one. The application of this technology are numerous and aids dentists in achieving more accurate clinical results.

Revolutionizing Dentistry through Technology

From 3-D printing to on-site milling machines, the world of dentistry has been completely revolutionized by modern technology on the dental market.

Dentists can now provide higher quality treatment faster than traditional methods. They are able to be more accurate and precise in their treatment, preventing future complications. Leading-edge equipment gives dentists more confidence and predictability, which results in improved healthcare for their patients.

It is more than a trend; It is the future of the field, and it is here now.

Read Next: Root Cause Movie Review: Are root canals killing us? A dentist’s thoughts

8 References

Oberoi, G., Nitsch, S., Edelmayer, M., Janjić, K., Müller, A. S., & Agis, H. (2018). 3D Printing—Encompassing the Facets of Dentistry. Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology, 6. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6262086/

Ozcete, E., Boydak, B., Ersel, M., Kiyan, S., Ilhan, U. Z., & Cevrim, O. (2015). Comparison of Conventional Radiography and Digital Computerized Radiography in Patients Presenting to Emergency Department. Turkish journal of emergency medicine, 15(1), 8-12. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4909933/

Peters, C. I., & Peters, O. A. (2018, April 03). CBCT: The New Standard of Care? Retrieved from https://www.aae.org/specialty/2018/04/03/cbct-new-standard-care/

Nokhbatolfoghahaie, H., Alikhasi, M., Chiniforush, N., Khoei, F., Safavi, N., & Zadeh, B. Y. (2013). Evaluation of accuracy of DIAGNOdent in diagnosis of primary and secondary caries in comparison to conventional methods. Journal of lasers in medical sciences, 4(4), 159. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4282000/

Mangano, F., Gandolfi, A., Luongo, G., & Logozzo, S. (2017). Intraoral scanners in dentistry: a review of the current literature. BMC oral health, 17(1), 149. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5727697/

Kerstein, R. B., & Radke, J. (2014, January). Clinician accuracy when subjectively interpreting articulating paper markings. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24660642

Dubey, A., Singh, P., Pagaria, S., & Avinash, A. (2014). The Wand: A Mini Review of an Advanced Technique for Local Anesthesia Delivery in Dentistry. Retrieved from http://www.imedpub.com/articles/the-wand-a-mini-review-of-an-advanced-technique-for-local-anesthesia-delivery-in-dentistry.pdf

Parkash, H. (2016). Digital dentistry: Unraveling the mysteries of computer-aided design computer-aided manufacturing in prosthodontic rehabilitation. Contemporary clinical dentistry, 7(3). Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5004535/

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Intra Oral Scanners for Digital Impression Market New Development, Rising Trends and Demand Growth 2020 to 2025

The Global Intra Oral Scanners for Digital Impression Market Research Report 2020-2025 is a valuable source of insightful data for business strategists. It provides the industry overview with growth analysis and historical & futuristic cost, revenue, demand, and supply data (as applicable). The research analysts provide an elaborate description of the value chain and its distributor analysis. This Market study provides comprehensive data that enhances the understanding, scope, and application of this report.

Top Companies in the Global Intra Oral Scanners for Digital Impression Market: Sirona, 3Shape, Align Technology, Carestream, Planmeca, 3M ESPE, Condor, Dental Wings, Densys3D, Launca AndOther

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Check out the newest intra-oral scanners, including 3DISC’s Heron IOS, at IDS

To help with this, 3DISC provides, from our experience, the top five selection criteria to keep in mind:

Technical features: Open architecture and the ability to scan in OBJ, STL and PLY offer the flexibility to work with any open-platform software. Overall accuracy and digital scan quality should also be considered.

The weight, size and ergonomics of the scanner impact its daily use.

The learning curve and ease of use are relevant for both time invested in each scan and training staff to operate the scanner.

The range of restorations your practice needs, and whether this requires an advanced or less advanced model should be considered.

The price model is key, as some solutions come with an additional data plan and ongoing costs, such as licence fees. With a one-time affordable payment, you can in effect redirect the cost for impression material to pay off part of your intra-oral scanner investment.

Another way to gain more knowledge is to look for independent research in the field. Industry players often work with scientific teams who provide valuable independent research to both dentists and manufacturers. 3DISC recently joined a study in digital dentistry at Aarhus University to contribute to the research and gain important knowledge and feedback for the future development of our Heron IOS. The purpose and result of the study is to help general practitioners navigate in this field, by providing independent scientific research.

“We cooperate with many manufacturers of scanning devices, and we put all scanners through a standard test protocol, investigating different aspects of digital dentistry in prosthodontics,” Dr Yasser Haddadi of Aarhus University’s Department of Dentistry and Oral Health told 3DISC. “By testing the scanners clinically, as well as in laboratory settings, we gain and share that knowledge with manufacturers to improve and expand the digital field.”

3DISC then asked Haddadi to give his take on the current situation of the competitive landscape: “The intra-oral scanning field is very competitive and dynamic and has been for some years. Previously, there was a huge gap between the field leaders and the newer scanners, but I believe the new players are rapidly catching up” he said. So, don’t miss out on the new scanner solutions on display at IDS—there’s sure to be the right solution for you.

At IDS, 3DISC is showcasing Heron IOS, one of the newest intra-oral scanners on the market. A compact colour scanner weighing only 150 g, it is easy to use, ergonomic and available at a one-time affordable payment with no additional costs. If a reasonable price, ergonomics and simplicity in daily use form part of your selection criteria for an intra-oral scanning solution, come by 3DISC’s booth at IDS for a demonstration and try the scanner yourself. The 3DISC team is standing ready to help you at Booth B010–C019 in Hall 2.1.

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Check out the newest intra-oral scanners, including 3DISC’s Heron IOS, at IDS

To help with this, 3DISC provides, from our experience, the top five selection criteria to keep in mind:

Technical features: Open architecture and the ability to scan in OBJ, STL and PLY offer the flexibility to work with any open-platform software. Overall accuracy and digital scan quality should also be considered.

The weight, size and ergonomics of the scanner impact its daily use.

The learning curve and ease of use are relevant for both time invested in each scan and training staff to operate the scanner.

The range of restorations your practice needs, and whether this requires an advanced or less advanced model should be considered.

The price model is key, as some solutions come with an additional data plan and ongoing costs, such as licence fees. With a one-time affordable payment, you can in effect redirect the cost for impression material to pay off part of your intra-oral scanner investment.

Another way to gain more knowledge is to look for independent research in the field. Industry players often work with scientific teams who provide valuable independent research to both dentists and manufacturers. 3DISC recently joined a study in digital dentistry at Aarhus University to contribute to the research and gain important knowledge and feedback for the future development of our Heron IOS. The purpose and result of the study is to help general practitioners navigate in this field, by providing independent scientific research.

“We cooperate with many manufacturers of scanning devices, and we put all scanners through a standard test protocol, investigating different aspects of digital dentistry in prosthodontics,” Dr Yasser Haddadi of Aarhus University’s Department of Dentistry and Oral Health told 3DISC. “By testing the scanners clinically, as well as in laboratory settings, we gain and share that knowledge with manufacturers to improve and expand the digital field.”

3DISC then asked Haddadi to give his take on the current situation of the competitive landscape: “The intra-oral scanning field is very competitive and dynamic and has been for some years. Previously, there was a huge gap between the field leaders and the newer scanners, but I believe the new players are rapidly catching up” he said. So, don’t miss out on the new scanner solutions on display at IDS—there’s sure to be the right solution for you.

At IDS, 3DISC is showcasing Heron IOS, one of the newest intra-oral scanners on the market. A compact colour scanner weighing only 150 g, it is easy to use, ergonomic and available at a one-time affordable payment with no additional costs. If a reasonable price, ergonomics and simplicity in daily use form part of your selection criteria for an intra-oral scanning solution, come by 3DISC’s booth at IDS for a demonstration and try the scanner yourself. The 3DISC team is standing ready to help you at Booth B010–C019 in Hall 2.1.

News

Jobs

Videos

Events

3DISC specializes in quality imaging solutions for dental clinics

3DISC COMPANY PROFILE

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Intra Oral Scanners For Digital Impression Market Size, Market Segmentation and Competitors Analysis 2019-2026

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 The automotive industry extends to the operations associated with the manufacturing of vehicles, which includes parts such as engines and bodies, excluding fuel, tires, and batteries. The vendors in the industry include both Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers or companies operating in the aftermarket. The primary products in the automotive industry are passenger automobiles and light trucks, pick-up trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles. Commercial vehicles such as delivery trucks and large transport trucks are secondary but account for a sizable market in the overall automotive sector.

Market competition by top manufacturers, with production, price, revenue and market share for each manufacturer; the top players including:

Sirona

3Shape

Align Technology

Carestream

Planmeca

3M ESPE

Condor

Dental Wings

Densys3D

Launca

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Cadent iTero

3M ESPE Lava COS

CEREC

E4D

TRIOS

CS

Others

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Hospital

Dental Clinic

Other

  The automotive sector is ever-changing and undergone massive changes in the past decade alone. The advent of the digital era, shift in consumer preferences, and rising levels of disposable income have played a crucial role in the modernization of the industry. The OEMs and other leading market participants in the sector are trying to capitalize on this industry-wide evolution by investing in non-commercial business activities linked with manufacturing of vehicles.

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The global automotive sector might face some hurdles in the following couple of years, with OEMs trying to keep with the rapid worldwide electrification of the industry. China witnessing its first decline in vehicle sales in two decades, the US automotive market growing considerably, and the probability of BREXIT and the USMCA deal might potentially disrupt the global market, although the market is expected to be re-established by the year 2026.

The automotive industry is classified on the basis of the following regions:

North America (USA, Canada and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, UK, Russia and Italy

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India and Southeast Asia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Columbia etc.)

Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa)

As observed in the past few years, trends like declining demand for sedans increasing alternative fuel powertrain, specifically in the form of battery-powered vehicles, and other value added services will continue to control the automotive industry. The following years will see companies gradually shifting towards manufacturing more hybrid and fully-electric vehicles. The emergence of electric vehicles will give rise to the need for easily accessible charging stations, and it might be challenging to build the required number of stations especially in regions due to lack of resources or insufficient infrastructure.

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We are a dental practice based in Wagga Wagga, Australia that is dedicated to giving our patients a relaxed and stress-free experience. There is no other dentist in the area that will take care of you better than Kooringal Dental. We perform everything from routine check-ups and restorative procedures to Orthodontics. Our offices are easily accessible via local transport and we also have plenty of parking available.

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• Digital oral x-rays • Piezo-electric surgeries • Intra-oral cameras • Oral lasers • Cone Beam CT scanner

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3D Printing + 7 More Exciting Advances in Dental Tech [in 2019]

The world is moving from analogue to digital, and so are dentists. Technology has revolutionized the dental industry to optimize patient care and satisfaction. The latest advancements have made the time you spend in the dental chair more efficient, while making sure your absolute comfort is never compromised.

Dentistry is moving forward, and I’ve listed a few ways how:

1. Dental 3D Printing

As with many other fields of science and art, the potential applications of 3D printing technology are endless.

If you ever needed a restoration procedure done, the sequence might go as follows:

Your dentist takes an impression of your upper and lower arch

S/he sends that to the lab

You both wait for the lab to create the desired dental models

You will be asked to return when the final product has been delivered to your dentist

With the advent of 3D printing, this can all be done in one appointment.

If you happen to have a tech-savvy dentist, he or she will scan your mouth with an intra-oral scanner that is then presented as a 3D image on the computer. (1) The dentist will then digitally design the desired treatment and send this information to the 3D printer that brings it to life.

A 3D printer has many uses in the dental practice:

Inlays and onlays

Dental crowns

Bridges

Implants

Mouth guards and night guards

Full or partial dentures

Orthodontic appliances (e.g. Invisalign or other clear aligners)

Not only does this save you weeks of waiting for dental labs to finish your dental product, but it also provides you with more accurate results. And, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to skip the lengthy manufacturing process?

Whereas traditional methods allows your dentist to fix any defects after the restoration has been placed in your mouth, this newer method allows him or her to adjust any faults digitally before going to print set-up. This optimizes both your time, your dentist’s time, and your overall healthcare.

2. Digital X-Rays

Radiographs, also known as X-rays, are an essential part of treatment. They are used to diagnose many oral health issues not visible to the naked eye. This includes cavities, periodontal (gum) disease, and root infections, to name a few.

Traditionally, you dentist or dental hygienist would have film in a plastic holder and place it in the area of your mouth they would like to view. There are intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays that target different parts of the head. After capturing the images, they will be processed and analyzed by your doctor.

Although traditional x-rays have been a great diagnostic tool for many years and continue to be used for their lower cost, they have their drawbacks:

Film-based X-rays must be processed, which takes time

Processing film requires chemicals that may be toxic and hard to dispose of

Film isn’t as sensitive to the x-ray beam as digital technology, meaning there’s more radiation output from the x-ray head to produce an image

Digital radiography uses digital sensors to replace the conventional film that dentists have depended on for so many years. The sensor is connected to the computer and when it receives the image, it is immediately displayed on the screen for viewing and analysis. (2) The result? A totally digital workflow, completed in seconds.

It may be more expensive to purchase for the dentist, but the benefits outweigh the initial costs:

No use of chemicals

Environmentally friendly

Faster processing, saving valuable time for you and your dentist

Image enhancement with computer software (with high resolution originals)

50-80% less radiation than film

Images stored in electronic patient records, and sent quickly to referring dentists or insurance companies

If you are concerned about the radiation of x-rays, we have answered a few of your questions here and here.

3. CBCT (Cone Beam)

The types of X-rays we use for diagnosis vary on a case-to-case basis, and in some instances, we need a little more information than what a regular dental x-ray provides us.

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is used to create 3D images of your teeth, surrounding tissues, nerves, ligaments, and bone in the maxillofacial region (head, neck, face, jaws). Think of it as 3D scanners making a digital model of everything your dentist needs to see.

Your dentist will position you in the center of the beam, and the machine will rotate around you in a 360 degree fashion. The whole process takes about 20-40 seconds for a complete scan.

Here are a few reasons a dentist may need to use a CBCT for a better look at a patient’s mouth:

Endodontic surgery (root canals): Gives clinicians valuable information on vulnerable structures such as sinuses, missed canals, and nerve channels

Implant placements: Provides accurate placement of implants in bone and the position of the inferior alveolar nerve as it relates to the placement of implants to prevent nerve damage

Orthodontic work: High quality analysis for the correction of malocclusions and facial disproportion

Diagnosing TMJ

Detecting and measuring jaw tumors

The 3-D images the CBCT produces identifies about 40 percent more lesions (3). That’s why Dr. Burhenne suggests patients get cone beam scans every 5-10 years after a root canal to identify any problems that arise.

Due to a much higher radiation exposure than regular dental x-rays, however, it is only done in cases where the information provided for treatment planning outweighs the radiation risk. That’s why the FDA recommends cone beams not be the first route for dental imagery.

4. DIAGNOdent

Dental caries, or cavities, are one of the most prominent problems in oral health care. Traditionally, dentists diagnose cavities using bite-wing x-rays and a dental explorer. Most cavities occur on the pits and fissures of the tooth, but many go undetected by using traditional methods.

One study showed sensitivity (ability of a test to correctly identify those with a disease) and specificity (ability of a test to correctly identify those without the disease) values of 62% and 84% with the conventional method.

In other words, dentists correctly detected cavities 62% of the time, and correctly determined no cavities 84% of the time (4).

Our goal as dentists is to not only treat cavities accurately, but also to arrest and prevent them in their pre-cavitation stages before a potentially rapid spread of decay. With the introduction of instruments such as the DIAGNOdent pen, in conjunction with our traditional methods, we can do just that.

The laser fluorescence it emits allows us to detect cavitated lesions from non-cavitated lesions.

At the 655 wavelength the device operates, cavitated lesions result in higher scale readings, while non-cavitated lesions result in lower scale readings (4).

DIAGNOdent helps improve treatment in several ways:

Audio signal allows dentist to distinguish between different scale readings

Increases detection accuracy at earlier stages than traditional methods alone

More precise in identifying pit-and-fissure cavities and proximal cavities

Minimally invasive

Read more about how dentists are diagnosing cavities with lasers in another post.

5. Intra-Oral Scanner & Intra-Oral Camera

If you have ever needed restorative or aesthetic work done, you know that one of the first things your dentist or dental assistant does is take an impression.

You see them mixing several materials together to create a uniform consistency, transfer that to a tray, and insert it in your upper or lower arch. They hold the impression material down for a few minutes until it sets, and then remove it.

Most patients are very uncomfortable with this process due to the taste of the material, time it takes to set, and uncontrollable gag reflexes. Patient comfort, along with several other factors can affect the accuracy of a traditional impression due to:

Proper material preparation

Mixing material

Application technique

Setting time

These challenges can lead to improper margins and missed details, resulting in improper fitting of restorations as well as improper occlusion (bite). Digital dental impressions provide an alternative to these complications so that a patient’s teeth may be restored without as much discomfort.

Intraoral scanners are shaped like a pen and project a light source onto the area to be scanned, such as your upper and lower arches for instance (5). Your entire mouth anatomy is captured by imaging sensors and projected onto a computer.

This creates a 3D model of your teeth and surrounding tissues and allows your dentist to diagnose and treat you with increase accuracy and precision.

Some reasons why dentists are moving from traditional to digital impressions are:

Increased patient comfort (this is especially true for those who struggle with mouth breathing, as the airway isn’t blocked by a big tray of impression putty)

No gag reflex or pain

Time efficient

Improved quality and detail of impressions for better-fitting restorations

Reduction in technique sensitive errors

Eco-friendly solution that reduces the need for plastic and impression material

Increases communication and understanding between dentists and patients

The latest technology includes intra-oral cameras that allow your dentist to capture images from points during the scan to be enlarged. This provides a greater overall comfort for the patient, better diagnosis, and more efficient treatment planning.

6. TekScan

Your oral cavity is a complex system made up of muscles, bones, and ligaments. These must all be in harmony for you to talk, bite, and chew properly.

If one of these components is out of balance, it can lead to several problems such as:

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder

Headaches

Bruxism

Fractured teeth

Broken restorations

Tooth pain  

Gum disease

Traditionally, dentists check occlusion (the contact between teeth), with articulating paper. You will notice that your dentist will put this colored piece of paper between your teeth and ask you to bite down a few times. Your dentist will then diagnose these colored marks left on opposing teeth to check that they are contacting properly.

Articulating paper is also used to check if new restorations, such as fillings, inlays and onlays, crowns, and bridges are in proper occlusion with the rest of your dentition.

One study surveyed a group of 295 dentists, many of whom reported that they are “unable to reliably differentiate high and low occlusal force from looking at articulating paper marks.” The analysis from this study showed a sensitivity of 12.6% and specificity of 12.4%, which proves extremely low reliability and confidence using articulating paper as a diagnostic tool. (6)

TekScan offers a modernized solution to these issues. The TekScan device has an extremely thin sensor that is placed inside of your mouth, and just like with articulating paper, you are asked to bite down on it (2). A specialized software then displays your occlusion on a computer screen.

Here are a few things TekScan can do:

Detect biting time and force of bite

Show how occlusion is related to your TMJ

Identify what forces are causing trauma to your TMJ

Detect presence of any occlusal interferences

With this device, any of the guesswork involved in using articulating paper or other traditional methods is eliminated. Your dentist will be able to more accurately diagnose and correct any bite issues, optimizing your post-operative recovery.

7. The Wand

If you are someone who fears going to the dentist, it is probably because of one thing: injections.

Injections gives patients increased anxiety levels and discomfort. A needle can be very intimidating to some people, and the thought of getting one at the dentist’s office prevents patients from coming in altogether. The Wand offers a solution to that.

The Wand is an extremely thin needle that looks more like a pen than it does a needle. This automatically relaxes a patient that otherwise seems extremely anxious in the dental chair. A cartridge filled with local anesthetic is inserted into the Wand, and the delivery of the anesthetic is controlled by a computer (7).

The major benefits of the Wand include (7):

Single Tooth Anesthesia (his allows dentists to numb just one tooth rather than the entire lower jaw)

Three different delivery speeds (Slow, Fast, and Turbo) depending on the injection site

Reduces patient anxiety levels

Extremely thin needle that results in less pain upon injection

For those of you who are looking for other ways to manage your anxiety, we explore the benefits of taking CBD before coming to the clinic.

8. CAD/CAM

Computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) is a computer software that is used to design and create prosthesis (8). A dental prosthesis is a dental appliance used to replace defects such as missing teeth or parts of intact teeth that need restoration.

Why are dentists shifting to CAD/CAM?

Faster fabrication

More precise fit

Increased predictability

Improved efficiency

How does CAD/CAM do all of this? With the help of an intra-oral scanner called CEREC, (CEramic REconstruction) that digitally transfers the information to the computer.

As previously mentioned, the source of digital light on the scanner scans the tooth in need of a restoration and all adjacent teeth that impact its function. The computer then uses this information to precisely calculate a 3D image of restoration for the tooth in question.

We use this creation of orthodontic models for several procedures, such as:

Inlays and Onlays

Crowns

Bridges

Dental implants

This all comes to life using the manufacturing part of the device, the CAM unit.

A specific material is placed in the milling unit, such as titanium, resins, glass ceramics, and zirconium oxide to name a few. The CAM unit mills the material to the precise structure created on the computer, bringing the image to life in a matter of minutes.

While it used to take several visits to the dentists for a restoration, CAD/CAM cuts that down to just one. The application of this technology are numerous and aids dentists in achieving more accurate clinical results.

Revolutionizing Dentistry through Technology

From 3-D printing to on-site milling machines, the world of dentistry has been completely revolutionized by modern technology on the dental market.

Dentists can now provide higher quality treatment faster than traditional methods. They are able to be more accurate and precise in their treatment, preventing future complications. Leading-edge equipment gives dentists more confidence and predictability, which results in improved healthcare for their patients.

It is more than a trend; It is the future of the field, and it is here now.

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8 References

Oberoi, G., Nitsch, S., Edelmayer, M., Janjić, K., Müller, A. S., & Agis, H. (2018). 3D Printing—Encompassing the Facets of Dentistry. Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology, 6. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6262086/

Ozcete, E., Boydak, B., Ersel, M., Kiyan, S., Ilhan, U. Z., & Cevrim, O. (2015). Comparison of Conventional Radiography and Digital Computerized Radiography in Patients Presenting to Emergency Department. Turkish journal of emergency medicine, 15(1), 8-12. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4909933/

Peters, C. I., & Peters, O. A. (2018, April 03). CBCT: The New Standard of Care? Retrieved from https://www.aae.org/specialty/2018/04/03/cbct-new-standard-care/

Nokhbatolfoghahaie, H., Alikhasi, M., Chiniforush, N., Khoei, F., Safavi, N., & Zadeh, B. Y. (2013). Evaluation of accuracy of DIAGNOdent in diagnosis of primary and secondary caries in comparison to conventional methods. Journal of lasers in medical sciences, 4(4), 159. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4282000/

Mangano, F., Gandolfi, A., Luongo, G., & Logozzo, S. (2017). Intraoral scanners in dentistry: a review of the current literature. BMC oral health, 17(1), 149. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5727697/

Kerstein, R. B., & Radke, J. (2014, January). Clinician accuracy when subjectively interpreting articulating paper markings. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24660642

Dubey, A., Singh, P., Pagaria, S., & Avinash, A. (2014). The Wand: A Mini Review of an Advanced Technique for Local Anesthesia Delivery in Dentistry. Retrieved from http://www.imedpub.com/articles/the-wand-a-mini-review-of-an-advanced-technique-for-local-anesthesia-delivery-in-dentistry.pdf

Parkash, H. (2016). Digital dentistry: Unraveling the mysteries of computer-aided design computer-aided manufacturing in prosthodontic rehabilitation. Contemporary clinical dentistry, 7(3). Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5004535/

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Powell Family Dental Care

At our Portland office, we like to stay on the cutting edge of dental technology. After all, it makes your care more efficient and comfortable than ever.

We offer the following advancements to assist in your oral health services:

*Digital X-Rays are a quicker, more reliable way to view the inside of your teeth. They are available without a wait time and expose you to less radiation than regular x-rays.

The iTero Intra-Oral Scanner provides 3-D oral scanning for veneers, orthodontics, and implants. Your dental appointments and wait time for custom fits will be quick and easy!

Diagnodent digital cavity detection, to screen for demineralized enamel before it can be seen on an x-ray.

What We Offer

Some of the services available with our Russian dentists include:

Family Dentistry: Book your regular dental check-ups and cleanings for children and adults – all at the same time.

Restorative Care: Fillings, Root Canals, Crowns, Bridges, and Dentures. If your teeth need to be fixed, we can help you right away.

Preventive and Periodontal Treatments: Your health starts in your mouth! Periodontal exams check for gum disease, while root planing and scaling stop gum disease before it causes more damage.

Cosmetic Services: Veneers are custom made overlays for your teeth that cover minor imperfections. We also offer whitening trays to brighten your smile.

Orthodontics and Invisalign: Traditional Braces and Invisalign trays can correct you or your child’s alignment and bite problems. It’s all done right here in our office.

Implant Dentistry: Replace your missing teeth with a permanent option! Ask our dentists if implants are right for you.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Comfortable Dentistry Environment

Invisalign Offered

Free Teeth Whitening Kit and X-Rays with Invisalign/Braces

Affordable Dentistry for the Whole Family

Caring, Professional, Highly Trained Staff

Same Day Appointments Available

25+ Years of Experience

Powell Family Dental Care Address: 11050 SE Powell Blvd # 378, Portland, OR 97266 Phone No: 503-788-0405 http://www.powellfamilydentalcare.com/

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The world is moving from analogue to digital, and so are dentists. Technology has revolutionized the dental industry to optimize patient care and satisfaction. The latest advancements have made the time you spend in the dental chair more efficient, while making sure your absolute comfort is never compromised.

Dentistry is moving forward, and I’ve listed a few ways how:

1. Dental 3D Printing

As with many other fields of science and art, the potential applications of 3D printing technology are endless.

If you ever needed a restoration procedure done, the sequence might go as follows:

Your dentist takes an impression of your upper and lower arch

S/he sends that to the lab

You both wait for the lab to create the desired dental models

You will be asked to return when the final product has been delivered to your dentist

With the advent of 3D printing, this can all be done in one appointment.

If you happen to have a tech-savvy dentist, he or she will scan your mouth with an intra-oral scanner that is then presented as a 3D image on the computer. (1) The dentist will then digitally design the desired treatment and send this information to the 3D printer that brings it to life.

A 3D printer has many uses in the dental practice:

Inlays and onlays

Dental crowns

Bridges

Implants

Mouth guards and night guards

Full or partial dentures

Orthodontic appliances (e.g. Invisalign or other clear aligners)

Not only does this save you weeks of waiting for dental labs to finish your dental product, but it also provides you with more accurate results. And, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to skip the lengthy manufacturing process?

Whereas traditional methods allows your dentist to fix any defects after the restoration has been placed in your mouth, this newer method allows him or her to adjust any faults digitally before going to print set-up. This optimizes both your time, your dentist’s time, and your overall healthcare.

2. Digital X-Rays

Radiographs, also known as X-rays, are an essential part of treatment. They are used to diagnose many oral health issues not visible to the naked eye. This includes cavities, periodontal (gum) disease, and root infections, to name a few.

Traditionally, you dentist or dental hygienist would have film in a plastic holder and place it in the area of your mouth they would like to view. There are intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays that target different parts of the head. After capturing the images, they will be processed and analyzed by your doctor.

Although traditional x-rays have been a great diagnostic tool for many years and continue to be used for their lower cost, they have their drawbacks:

Film-based X-rays must be processed, which takes time

Processing film requires chemicals that may be toxic and hard to dispose of

Film isn’t as sensitive to the x-ray beam as digital technology, meaning there’s more radiation output from the x-ray head to produce an image

Digital radiography uses digital sensors to replace the conventional film that dentists have depended on for so many years. The sensor is connected to the computer and when it receives the image, it is immediately displayed on the screen for viewing and analysis. (2) The result? A totally digital workflow, completed in seconds.

It may be more expensive to purchase for the dentist, but the benefits outweigh the initial costs:

No use of chemicals

Environmentally friendly

Faster processing, saving valuable time for you and your dentist

Image enhancement with computer software (with high resolution originals)

50-80% less radiation than film

Images stored in electronic patient records, and sent quickly to referring dentists or insurance companies

If you are concerned about the radiation of x-rays, we have answered a few of your questions here and here.

3. CBCT (Cone Beam)

The types of X-rays we use for diagnosis vary on a case-to-case basis, and in some instances, we need a little more information than what a regular dental x-ray provides us.

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is used to create 3D images of your teeth, surrounding tissues, nerves, ligaments, and bone in the maxillofacial region (head, neck, face, jaws). Think of it as 3D scanners making a digital model of everything your dentist needs to see.

Your dentist will position you in the center of the beam, and the machine will rotate around you in a 360 degree fashion. The whole process takes about 20-40 seconds for a complete scan.

Here are a few reasons a dentist may need to use a CBCT for a better look at a patient’s mouth:

Endodontic surgery (root canals): Gives clinicians valuable information on vulnerable structures such as sinuses, missed canals, and nerve channels

Implant placements: Provides accurate placement of implants in bone and the position of the inferior alveolar nerve as it relates to the placement of implants to prevent nerve damage

Orthodontic work: High quality analysis for the correction of malocclusions and facial disproportion

Diagnosing TMJ

Detecting and measuring jaw tumors

The 3-D images the CBCT produces identifies about 40 percent more lesions (3). That’s why Dr. Burhenne suggests patients get cone beam scans every 5-10 years after a root canal to identify any problems that arise.

Due to a much higher radiation exposure than regular dental x-rays, however, it is only done in cases where the information provided for treatment planning outweighs the radiation risk. That’s why the FDA recommends cone beams not be the first route for dental imagery.

4. DIAGNOdent

Dental caries, or cavities, are one of the most prominent problems in oral health care. Traditionally, dentists diagnose cavities using bite-wing x-rays and a dental explorer. Most cavities occur on the pits and fissures of the tooth, but many go undetected by using traditional methods.

One study showed sensitivity (ability of a test to correctly identify those with a disease) and specificity (ability of a test to correctly identify those without the disease) values of 62% and 84% with the conventional method.

In other words, dentists correctly detected cavities 62% of the time, and correctly determined no cavities 84% of the time (4).

Our goal as dentists is to not only treat cavities accurately, but also to arrest and prevent them in their pre-cavitation stages before a potentially rapid spread of decay. With the introduction of instruments such as the DIAGNOdent pen, in conjunction with our traditional methods, we can do just that.

The laser fluorescence it emits allows us to detect cavitated lesions from non-cavitated lesions.

At the 655 wavelength the device operates, cavitated lesions result in higher scale readings, while non-cavitated lesions result in lower scale readings (4).

DIAGNOdent helps improve treatment in several ways:

Audio signal allows dentist to distinguish between different scale readings

Increases detection accuracy at earlier stages than traditional methods alone

More precise in identifying pit-and-fissure cavities and proximal cavities

Minimally invasive

Read more about how dentists are diagnosing cavities with lasers in another post.

5. Intra-Oral Scanner & Intra-Oral Camera

If you have ever needed restorative or aesthetic work done, you know that one of the first things your dentist or dental assistant does is take an impression.

You see them mixing several materials together to create a uniform consistency, transfer that to a tray, and insert it in your upper or lower arch. They hold the impression material down for a few minutes until it sets, and then remove it.

Most patients are very uncomfortable with this process due to the taste of the material, time it takes to set, and uncontrollable gag reflexes. Patient comfort, along with several other factors can affect the accuracy of a traditional impression due to:

Proper material preparation

Mixing material

Application technique

Setting time

These challenges can lead to improper margins and missed details, resulting in improper fitting of restorations as well as improper occlusion (bite). Digital dental impressions provide an alternative to these complications so that a patient’s teeth may be restored without as much discomfort.

Intraoral scanners are shaped like a pen and project a light source onto the area to be scanned, such as your upper and lower arches for instance (5). Your entire mouth anatomy is captured by imaging sensors and projected onto a computer.

This creates a 3D model of your teeth and surrounding tissues and allows your dentist to diagnose and treat you with increase accuracy and precision.

Some reasons why dentists are moving from traditional to digital impressions are:

Increased patient comfort (this is especially true for those who struggle with mouth breathing, as the airway isn’t blocked by a big tray of impression putty)

No gag reflex or pain

Time efficient

Improved quality and detail of impressions for better-fitting restorations

Reduction in technique sensitive errors

Eco-friendly solution that reduces the need for plastic and impression material

Increases communication and understanding between dentists and patients

The latest technology includes intra-oral cameras that allow your dentist to capture images from points during the scan to be enlarged. This provides a greater overall comfort for the patient, better diagnosis, and more efficient treatment planning.

6. TekScan

Your oral cavity is a complex system made up of muscles, bones, and ligaments. These must all be in harmony for you to talk, bite, and chew properly.

If one of these components is out of balance, it can lead to several problems such as:

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder

Headaches

Bruxism

Fractured teeth

Broken restorations

Tooth pain  

Gum disease

Traditionally, dentists check occlusion (the contact between teeth), with articulating paper. You will notice that your dentist will put this colored piece of paper between your teeth and ask you to bite down a few times. Your dentist will then diagnose these colored marks left on opposing teeth to check that they are contacting properly.

Articulating paper is also used to check if new restorations, such as fillings, inlays and onlays, crowns, and bridges are in proper occlusion with the rest of your dentition.

One study surveyed a group of 295 dentists, many of whom reported that they are “unable to reliably differentiate high and low occlusal force from looking at articulating paper marks.” The analysis from this study showed a sensitivity of 12.6% and specificity of 12.4%, which proves extremely low reliability and confidence using articulating paper as a diagnostic tool. (6)

TekScan offers a modernized solution to these issues. The TekScan device has an extremely thin sensor that is placed inside of your mouth, and just like with articulating paper, you are asked to bite down on it (2). A specialized software then displays your occlusion on a computer screen.

Here are a few things TekScan can do:

Detect biting time and force of bite

Show how occlusion is related to your TMJ

Identify what forces are causing trauma to your TMJ

Detect presence of any occlusal interferences

With this device, any of the guesswork involved in using articulating paper or other traditional methods is eliminated. Your dentist will be able to more accurately diagnose and correct any bite issues, optimizing your post-operative recovery.

7. The Wand

If you are someone who fears going to the dentist, it is probably because of one thing: injections.

Injections gives patients increased anxiety levels and discomfort. A needle can be very intimidating to some people, and the thought of getting one at the dentist’s office prevents patients from coming in altogether. The Wand offers a solution to that.

The Wand is an extremely thin needle that looks more like a pen than it does a needle. This automatically relaxes a patient that otherwise seems extremely anxious in the dental chair. A cartridge filled with local anesthetic is inserted into the Wand, and the delivery of the anesthetic is controlled by a computer (7).

The major benefits of the Wand include (7):

Single Tooth Anesthesia (his allows dentists to numb just one tooth rather than the entire lower jaw)

Three different delivery speeds (Slow, Fast, and Turbo) depending on the injection site

Reduces patient anxiety levels

Extremely thin needle that results in less pain upon injection

For those of you who are looking for other ways to manage your anxiety, we explore the benefits of taking CBD before coming to the clinic.

8. CAD/CAM

Computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) is a computer software that is used to design and create prosthesis (8). A dental prosthesis is a dental appliance used to replace defects such as missing teeth or parts of intact teeth that need restoration.

Why are dentists shifting to CAD/CAM?

Faster fabrication

More precise fit

Increased predictability

Improved efficiency

How does CAD/CAM do all of this? With the help of an intra-oral scanner called CEREC, (CEramic REconstruction) that digitally transfers the information to the computer.

As previously mentioned, the source of digital light on the scanner scans the tooth in need of a restoration and all adjacent teeth that impact its function. The computer then uses this information to precisely calculate a 3D image of restoration for the tooth in question.

We use this creation of orthodontic models for several procedures, such as:

Inlays and Onlays

Crowns

Bridges

Dental implants

This all comes to life using the manufacturing part of the device, the CAM unit.

A specific material is placed in the milling unit, such as titanium, resins, glass ceramics, and zirconium oxide to name a few. The CAM unit mills the material to the precise structure created on the computer, bringing the image to life in a matter of minutes.

While it used to take several visits to the dentists for a restoration, CAD/CAM cuts that down to just one. The application of this technology are numerous and aids dentists in achieving more accurate clinical results.

Revolutionizing Dentistry through Technology

From 3-D printing to on-site milling machines, the world of dentistry has been completely revolutionized by modern technology on the dental market.

Dentists can now provide higher quality treatment faster than traditional methods. They are able to be more accurate and precise in their treatment, preventing future complications. Leading-edge equipment gives dentists more confidence and predictability, which results in improved healthcare for their patients.

It is more than a trend; It is the future of the field, and it is here now.

Read Next: Root Cause Movie Review: Are root canals killing us? A dentist’s thoughts

8 References

Oberoi, G., Nitsch, S., Edelmayer, M., Janjić, K., Müller, A. S., & Agis, H. (2018). 3D Printing—Encompassing the Facets of Dentistry. Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology, 6. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6262086/

Ozcete, E., Boydak, B., Ersel, M., Kiyan, S., Ilhan, U. Z., & Cevrim, O. (2015). Comparison of Conventional Radiography and Digital Computerized Radiography in Patients Presenting to Emergency Department. Turkish journal of emergency medicine, 15(1), 8-12. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4909933/

Peters, C. I., & Peters, O. A. (2018, April 03). CBCT: The New Standard of Care? Retrieved from https://www.aae.org/specialty/2018/04/03/cbct-new-standard-care/

Nokhbatolfoghahaie, H., Alikhasi, M., Chiniforush, N., Khoei, F., Safavi, N., & Zadeh, B. Y. (2013). Evaluation of accuracy of DIAGNOdent in diagnosis of primary and secondary caries in comparison to conventional methods. Journal of lasers in medical sciences, 4(4), 159. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4282000/

Mangano, F., Gandolfi, A., Luongo, G., & Logozzo, S. (2017). Intraoral scanners in dentistry: a review of the current literature. BMC oral health, 17(1), 149. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5727697/

Kerstein, R. B., & Radke, J. (2014, January). Clinician accuracy when subjectively interpreting articulating paper markings. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24660642

Dubey, A., Singh, P., Pagaria, S., & Avinash, A. (2014). The Wand: A Mini Review of an Advanced Technique for Local Anesthesia Delivery in Dentistry. Retrieved from http://www.imedpub.com/articles/the-wand-a-mini-review-of-an-advanced-technique-for-local-anesthesia-delivery-in-dentistry.pdf

Parkash, H. (2016). Digital dentistry: Unraveling the mysteries of computer-aided design computer-aided manufacturing in prosthodontic rehabilitation. Contemporary clinical dentistry, 7(3). Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5004535/

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The world is moving from analogue to digital, and so are dentists. Technology has revolutionized the dental industry to optimize patient care and satisfaction. The latest advancements have made the time you spend in the dental chair more efficient, while making sure your absolute comfort is never compromised.

Dentistry is moving forward, and I’ve listed a few ways how:

1. Dental 3D Printing

As with many other fields of science and art, the potential applications of 3D printing technology are endless.

If you ever needed a restoration procedure done, the sequence might go as follows:

Your dentist takes an impression of your upper and lower arch

S/he sends that to the lab

You both wait for the lab to create the desired dental models

You will be asked to return when the final product has been delivered to your dentist

With the advent of 3D printing, this can all be done in one appointment.

If you happen to have a tech-savvy dentist, he or she will scan your mouth with an intra-oral scanner that is then presented as a 3D image on the computer. (1) The dentist will then digitally design the desired treatment and send this information to the 3D printer that brings it to life.

A 3D printer has many uses in the dental practice:

Inlays and onlays

Dental crowns

Bridges

Implants

Mouth guards and night guards

Full or partial dentures

Orthodontic appliances (e.g. Invisalign or other clear aligners)

Not only does this save you weeks of waiting for dental labs to finish your dental product, but it also provides you with more accurate results. And, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to skip the lengthy manufacturing process?

Whereas traditional methods allows your dentist to fix any defects after the restoration has been placed in your mouth, this newer method allows him or her to adjust any faults digitally before going to print set-up. This optimizes both your time, your dentist’s time, and your overall healthcare.

2. Digital X-Rays

Radiographs, also known as X-rays, are an essential part of treatment. They are used to diagnose many oral health issues not visible to the naked eye. This includes cavities, periodontal (gum) disease, and root infections, to name a few.

Traditionally, you dentist or dental hygienist would have film in a plastic holder and place it in the area of your mouth they would like to view. There are intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays that target different parts of the head. After capturing the images, they will be processed and analyzed by your doctor.

Although traditional x-rays have been a great diagnostic tool for many years and continue to be used for their lower cost, they have their drawbacks:

Film-based X-rays must be processed, which takes time

Processing film requires chemicals that may be toxic and hard to dispose of

Film isn’t as sensitive to the x-ray beam as digital technology, meaning there’s more radiation output from the x-ray head to produce an image

Digital radiography uses digital sensors to replace the conventional film that dentists have depended on for so many years. The sensor is connected to the computer and when it receives the image, it is immediately displayed on the screen for viewing and analysis. (2) The result? A totally digital workflow, completed in seconds.

It may be more expensive to purchase for the dentist, but the benefits outweigh the initial costs:

No use of chemicals

Environmentally friendly

Faster processing, saving valuable time for you and your dentist

Image enhancement with computer software (with high resolution originals)

50-80% less radiation than film

Images stored in electronic patient records, and sent quickly to referring dentists or insurance companies

If you are concerned about the radiation of x-rays, we have answered a few of your questions here and here.

3. CBCT (Cone Beam)

The types of X-rays we use for diagnosis vary on a case-to-case basis, and in some instances, we need a little more information than what a regular dental x-ray provides us.

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is used to create 3D images of your teeth, surrounding tissues, nerves, ligaments, and bone in the maxillofacial region (head, neck, face, jaws). Think of it as 3D scanners making a digital model of everything your dentist needs to see.

Your dentist will position you in the center of the beam, and the machine will rotate around you in a 360 degree fashion. The whole process takes about 20-40 seconds for a complete scan.

Here are a few reasons a dentist may need to use a CBCT for a better look at a patient’s mouth:

Endodontic surgery (root canals): Gives clinicians valuable information on vulnerable structures such as sinuses, missed canals, and nerve channels

Implant placements: Provides accurate placement of implants in bone and the position of the inferior alveolar nerve as it relates to the placement of implants to prevent nerve damage

Orthodontic work: High quality analysis for the correction of malocclusions and facial disproportion

Diagnosing TMJ

Detecting and measuring jaw tumors

The 3-D images the CBCT produces identifies about 40 percent more lesions (3). That’s why Dr. Burhenne suggests patients get cone beam scans every 5-10 years after a root canal to identify any problems that arise.

Due to a much higher radiation exposure than regular dental x-rays, however, it is only done in cases where the information provided for treatment planning outweighs the radiation risk. That’s why the FDA recommends cone beams not be the first route for dental imagery.

4. DIAGNOdent

Dental caries, or cavities, are one of the most prominent problems in oral health care. Traditionally, dentists diagnose cavities using bite-wing x-rays and a dental explorer. Most cavities occur on the pits and fissures of the tooth, but many go undetected by using traditional methods.

One study showed sensitivity (ability of a test to correctly identify those with a disease) and specificity (ability of a test to correctly identify those without the disease) values of 62% and 84% with the conventional method.

In other words, dentists correctly detected cavities 62% of the time, and correctly determined no cavities 84% of the time (4).

Our goal as dentists is to not only treat cavities accurately, but also to arrest and prevent them in their pre-cavitation stages before a potentially rapid spread of decay. With the introduction of instruments such as the DIAGNOdent pen, in conjunction with our traditional methods, we can do just that.

The laser fluorescence it emits allows us to detect cavitated lesions from non-cavitated lesions.

At the 655 wavelength the device operates, cavitated lesions result in higher scale readings, while non-cavitated lesions result in lower scale readings (4).

DIAGNOdent helps improve treatment in several ways:

Audio signal allows dentist to distinguish between different scale readings

Increases detection accuracy at earlier stages than traditional methods alone

More precise in identifying pit-and-fissure cavities and proximal cavities

Minimally invasive

Read more about how dentists are diagnosing cavities with lasers in another post.

5. Intra-Oral Scanner & Intra-Oral Camera

If you have ever needed restorative or aesthetic work done, you know that one of the first things your dentist or dental assistant does is take an impression.

You see them mixing several materials together to create a uniform consistency, transfer that to a tray, and insert it in your upper or lower arch. They hold the impression material down for a few minutes until it sets, and then remove it.

Most patients are very uncomfortable with this process due to the taste of the material, time it takes to set, and uncontrollable gag reflexes. Patient comfort, along with several other factors can affect the accuracy of a traditional impression due to:

Proper material preparation

Mixing material

Application technique

Setting time

These challenges can lead to improper margins and missed details, resulting in improper fitting of restorations as well as improper occlusion (bite). Digital dental impressions provide an alternative to these complications so that a patient’s teeth may be restored without as much discomfort.

Intraoral scanners are shaped like a pen and project a light source onto the area to be scanned, such as your upper and lower arches for instance (5). Your entire mouth anatomy is captured by imaging sensors and projected onto a computer.

This creates a 3D model of your teeth and surrounding tissues and allows your dentist to diagnose and treat you with increase accuracy and precision.

Some reasons why dentists are moving from traditional to digital impressions are:

Increased patient comfort (this is especially true for those who struggle with mouth breathing, as the airway isn’t blocked by a big tray of impression putty)

No gag reflex or pain

Time efficient

Improved quality and detail of impressions for better-fitting restorations

Reduction in technique sensitive errors

Eco-friendly solution that reduces the need for plastic and impression material

Increases communication and understanding between dentists and patients

The latest technology includes intra-oral cameras that allow your dentist to capture images from points during the scan to be enlarged. This provides a greater overall comfort for the patient, better diagnosis, and more efficient treatment planning.

6. TekScan

Your oral cavity is a complex system made up of muscles, bones, and ligaments. These must all be in harmony for you to talk, bite, and chew properly.

If one of these components is out of balance, it can lead to several problems such as:

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder

Headaches

Bruxism

Fractured teeth

Broken restorations

Tooth pain  

Gum disease

Traditionally, dentists check occlusion (the contact between teeth), with articulating paper. You will notice that your dentist will put this colored piece of paper between your teeth and ask you to bite down a few times. Your dentist will then diagnose these colored marks left on opposing teeth to check that they are contacting properly.

Articulating paper is also used to check if new restorations, such as fillings, inlays and onlays, crowns, and bridges are in proper occlusion with the rest of your dentition.

One study surveyed a group of 295 dentists, many of whom reported that they are “unable to reliably differentiate high and low occlusal force from looking at articulating paper marks.” The analysis from this study showed a sensitivity of 12.6% and specificity of 12.4%, which proves extremely low reliability and confidence using articulating paper as a diagnostic tool. (6)

TekScan offers a modernized solution to these issues. The TekScan device has an extremely thin sensor that is placed inside of your mouth, and just like with articulating paper, you are asked to bite down on it (2). A specialized software then displays your occlusion on a computer screen.

Here are a few things TekScan can do:

Detect biting time and force of bite

Show how occlusion is related to your TMJ

Identify what forces are causing trauma to your TMJ

Detect presence of any occlusal interferences

With this device, any of the guesswork involved in using articulating paper or other traditional methods is eliminated. Your dentist will be able to more accurately diagnose and correct any bite issues, optimizing your post-operative recovery.

7. The Wand

If you are someone who fears going to the dentist, it is probably because of one thing: injections.

Injections gives patients increased anxiety levels and discomfort. A needle can be very intimidating to some people, and the thought of getting one at the dentist’s office prevents patients from coming in altogether. The Wand offers a solution to that.

The Wand is an extremely thin needle that looks more like a pen than it does a needle. This automatically relaxes a patient that otherwise seems extremely anxious in the dental chair. A cartridge filled with local anesthetic is inserted into the Wand, and the delivery of the anesthetic is controlled by a computer (7).

The major benefits of the Wand include (7):

Single Tooth Anesthesia (his allows dentists to numb just one tooth rather than the entire lower jaw)

Three different delivery speeds (Slow, Fast, and Turbo) depending on the injection site

Reduces patient anxiety levels

Extremely thin needle that results in less pain upon injection

For those of you who are looking for other ways to manage your anxiety, we explore the benefits of taking CBD before coming to the clinic.

8. CAD/CAM

Computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) is a computer software that is used to design and create prosthesis (8). A dental prosthesis is a dental appliance used to replace defects such as missing teeth or parts of intact teeth that need restoration.

Why are dentists shifting to CAD/CAM?

Faster fabrication

More precise fit

Increased predictability

Improved efficiency

How does CAD/CAM do all of this? With the help of an intra-oral scanner called CEREC, (CEramic REconstruction) that digitally transfers the information to the computer.

As previously mentioned, the source of digital light on the scanner scans the tooth in need of a restoration and all adjacent teeth that impact its function. The computer then uses this information to precisely calculate a 3D image of restoration for the tooth in question.

We use this creation of orthodontic models for several procedures, such as:

Inlays and Onlays

Crowns

Bridges

Dental implants

This all comes to life using the manufacturing part of the device, the CAM unit.

A specific material is placed in the milling unit, such as titanium, resins, glass ceramics, and zirconium oxide to name a few. The CAM unit mills the material to the precise structure created on the computer, bringing the image to life in a matter of minutes.

While it used to take several visits to the dentists for a restoration, CAD/CAM cuts that down to just one. The application of this technology are numerous and aids dentists in achieving more accurate clinical results.

Revolutionizing Dentistry through Technology

From 3-D printing to on-site milling machines, the world of dentistry has been completely revolutionized by modern technology on the dental market.

Dentists can now provide higher quality treatment faster than traditional methods. They are able to be more accurate and precise in their treatment, preventing future complications. Leading-edge equipment gives dentists more confidence and predictability, which results in improved healthcare for their patients.

It is more than a trend; It is the future of the field, and it is here now.

Read Next: Root Cause Movie Review: Are root canals killing us? A dentist’s thoughts

8 References

Oberoi, G., Nitsch, S., Edelmayer, M., Janjić, K., Müller, A. S., & Agis, H. (2018). 3D Printing—Encompassing the Facets of Dentistry. Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology, 6. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6262086/

Ozcete, E., Boydak, B., Ersel, M., Kiyan, S., Ilhan, U. Z., & Cevrim, O. (2015). Comparison of Conventional Radiography and Digital Computerized Radiography in Patients Presenting to Emergency Department. Turkish journal of emergency medicine, 15(1), 8-12. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4909933/

Peters, C. I., & Peters, O. A. (2018, April 03). CBCT: The New Standard of Care? Retrieved from https://www.aae.org/specialty/2018/04/03/cbct-new-standard-care/

Nokhbatolfoghahaie, H., Alikhasi, M., Chiniforush, N., Khoei, F., Safavi, N., & Zadeh, B. Y. (2013). Evaluation of accuracy of DIAGNOdent in diagnosis of primary and secondary caries in comparison to conventional methods. Journal of lasers in medical sciences, 4(4), 159. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4282000/

Mangano, F., Gandolfi, A., Luongo, G., & Logozzo, S. (2017). Intraoral scanners in dentistry: a review of the current literature. BMC oral health, 17(1), 149. Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5727697/

Kerstein, R. B., & Radke, J. (2014, January). Clinician accuracy when subjectively interpreting articulating paper markings. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24660642

Dubey, A., Singh, P., Pagaria, S., & Avinash, A. (2014). The Wand: A Mini Review of an Advanced Technique for Local Anesthesia Delivery in Dentistry. Retrieved from http://www.imedpub.com/articles/the-wand-a-mini-review-of-an-advanced-technique-for-local-anesthesia-delivery-in-dentistry.pdf

Parkash, H. (2016). Digital dentistry: Unraveling the mysteries of computer-aided design computer-aided manufacturing in prosthodontic rehabilitation. Contemporary clinical dentistry, 7(3). Full text: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5004535/

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