Norco CA Dentist, Dr. Linden Stevens Uses DIAGNOdent , the FDA approved Laser Cavity Detector- You may not realize it, but even the tiniest spot of decay can mean trouble for your teeth. That's why we take such care to identify and fill cavities as early as possible. It's the key to preventing all kinds of trouble down the road. In the past, diligent decay identification has required lengthy poking and prodding sessions. Unfortunately, even the best of these methods of decay detection are only 50% to 75% successful. Cavities can hide inside little grooves that occur on most back teeth. Also, mechanical exploratory methods typically find only those cavities that are equal to or larger than the size of the explorer head. For all these reasons, our practice has invested in the DIAGNOdent laser cavity detector. It is a revolutionary new means of detecting cavities that gives us incredibly accurate and thorough information. It is an FDA approved laser cavity detecting device that is quick, easy, and painless to use.
DIAGNOdent technology inspects your teeth using a simple laser diode, comparing reflection wavelength to a known healthy baseline wavelength for your own teeth, thus uncovering decay. The process is simple. First, we direct the laser onto a healthy enamel tooth surface to calibrate the instrument to your own healthy enamel. We then move the laser around your mouth, shining it into all suspect areas. As the laser pulses into grooves, fissures and cracks, it reflects back a specific wavelength of fluorescent light. At the same time, this light is measured by receptors. This light is evaluated electronically to reveal whether or not the tooth surface being examined is healthy or if there is a cavity present.
A Timely Tool
DIAGNOdent technology gives us a tool for catching decay with more thoroughness, timeliness, and accuracy. Plus, it's a relatively simple and VERY comfortable procedure. Not only does it help prevent the spread of decay, but it helps us to treat your teeth more conservatively as well, finding new cavities at their earliest stages. When we spot decay sooner, the necessary fillings are typically simpler and shallower, preserving more of the tooth. Finally, we can easily and objectively monitor any suspicious areas without repeated x-rays, harm to tissues, or need for protective measures.
You'll see how quick, easy, and painless your next exam in our Norco California Dental Office
will be with our DIAGNOdent Laser Cavity Detector.
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