This is a list of patient services available. If you would like additional information please check our links section, and remember, you are always welcome to call our office at 480.899.6677.
Root Canals
Laser Cavity Detection
Q: What is it?
This diagnostic tool helps us detect cavities on the surfaces of teeth that previously were undetectable. Now we can detect cavities at the earliest possible stage, so much more conservative treatment can be performed. This instrument allows us to be more accurate, with less guesswork.
Measurements from the Laser Scanner [Diagnodent] will help us determine if certain suspected areas on the teeth are decay and treat them with conservative fillings, or to monitor them over time and treat them with preventive therapies like fluoride and/or sealants.Q: How does it work?
The Diagnodent uses a laser to help detect structural changes in teeth. It actually measures the fluorescence of the different layers of the tooth structures. As the laser light is shined into the tooth, the special two way handpiece allows the unit the measure the reflected light energy.Clean, healthy tooth exhibits little or no fluorescence, resulting in low readings on the display. Cavities, however, do exhibit fluorescence when the laser shines on them. This results in a higher reading on the machine as well as an audio signal.
Intra Oral Camera
This pen-sized camera allows us to capture photos of various oral conditions magnified over 25 times. The images are reviewed with our patients on a 20 inch color TV in the treatment room.
We will gladly print copies of your photos to share with family members at home.
