innovative dental technology used by dr. tracy

 

Dental technology has advanced significantly in the last several years. If you haven’t seen your dentist in a while, you may be surprised at the changes. Dr. Tracy’s dental practice keeps up on the newest and latest tooth disease diagnosis and care innovations to make certain your dental care is efficient and comfortable.

 

Dr. Tracy’s dentistry practice includes these innovative dental technologies:

 

  • CEREC 1-Visit Dentistry: State-of-the-art CEREC ceramic fillings, crowns, and ceramic inlays blend naturally with your teeth’s natural enamel color. The perfectly bonded porcelain insures an extremely long lasting restoration in one appointment.
  • Digital Low-Radiation X-rays: Digital x-rays uses low of little radiation to create an instant image of your teeth. You see the results immediately. With our chair side monitor both patient and doctor can view the x-rays for existing conditions and immediately discuss treatment options.
  • DIAGNOdent Tooth Decay Discovery Technology: An early diagnosis of tooth decy results in a more conservative tooth preparation. This results in a smaller filling with minimal removal of tooth structure.
  • Prophy-Jet / Cavitron Tooth Cleaning and Scaling Systems: Dr. Tracy’s office uses the PROPHY-JET air polishing prophylaxis system to remove stain, dental plaque and soft debris while simultaneously polishing tooth surfaces; and the Cavitron ultrasonic scaler which comfortably and quickly removes calculas (tartar), plaque and stain which aids in periodontal disease prevention and treatment.
  • Intra-Oral Cameras: Dr. Tracy can show you an enlarged image of your teeth in real time. This visually allows for immediate discussion of possible treatment options.
  • Nitrous-Oxygen Analgesia: This completely safe gas combination has a relaxing and comforting effect. Many patients and doctors believe this to be the #1 dental advance of the 20th century.
  • Oral Conscious Sedation: A small pill taken an hour before your dental appointment, with local anesthetic, and or nitrous oxide provides a pleasant dental experience.
  • IV Sedation: With a trained anesthetist on Dr. Tracy’s staff, IV sedation is extremely safe in helping you relax and sleep throughout your dental appointment. This, used with local anesthetic, makes a comfortable and very productive dental appointment.

 

Rest assured that, as new technology in dentistry becomes available, Dr. Tracy will be at the forefront of using them to make your dental care effective, comfortable and as quick that it can be. Call our office today to schedule a tour, appointment, or for a complimentary consultation at (425) 337-1000 or frontdesk@tracydds.com.