Technology changes so quickly we can hardly keep up with it. As soon as we get accustomed to one gadget or device, a new one comes around to replace it. This includes the field of dentistry. If you haven’t been to the dentist in a few years, or you or your children have a fear of going, these new technologies can help set your mind at ease. Getting a dental checkup doesn’t have to be a fearful experience anymore.
Have a glance at these 8 new technologies that are making a trip to the dentist something to look forward to:
- 3D Printing: This technological advance is changing the way dentistry is performed. It enables dentists to be more efficient and precise, and it helps the patient too, so this is a perfect scenario. Molds are just one example. When dentistry was newer, creating molds was long and arduous, but 3D printed molds make the process a lot faster and better, whether dentures or partial plates. 3D printing produces tailor-made teeth and prosthetics.
- The SoProLife camera. This camera is strong and has great clarity to better locate cavities and blemishes in the mouth and teeth that couldn’t be detected with regular dental cameras or computer imaging. This camera helps prevent oral issues by detecting problems early, which makes sessions with the dentist quicker for the patient, and less expensive too. Early detection cuts down on the number of oral problems and trips to the dentist.
- Digital X-Ray. Not your mother’s kind of x-ray. Digital x-rays are quicker and safer, as it cuts down on the amount of time a person is exposed to radiation. Another advantage is that digital x-rays produce sharper and better images.
- CT Scans. This particular kind of imaging provides a 3D picture of a patient’s mouth, teeth, and skull, which allows the dentist to find and address issues in their formative stages, like cavities, bone disease, and other oral issues.
- Laser treatment. Laser treatment lets a dentist eliminate mouth sores via laser along with, corrosive bacteria, and other dental and gum trouble spots, including disease and root problems.
- Remineralization. A technique that practically makes the loathsome dentist drill obsolete, since light and electrical currents are used in place of typical drilling procedures. This is sure to help alleviate anxiety and fear associated with dental visits.
- Digital dentistry. This is more than just digital record-keeping. Digital dentistry keeps track of appointments, sends reminders via e-mail, Facebook, or smart phone, and allows instant visual contact with a dentist or office staff by way of Skype, FaceTime, and video chat—including tutorials on the correct way to brush, floss, and maintain your teeth, and oral care for your family.
- Robotics. Robots may not be taking over the world yet, but they are taking over your local dental office. The Simroid robot was created to help train dentists. Why should a dental student practice on a real live person (ouch!), when they can practice on a realistic robot, which, incidentally, will let out an ouch if the dentist makes a mistake.
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