Years ago, decay was easily viewed on top of the teeth as “black holes.”If you’re old enough, perhaps you can remember self-diagnosing your own decayed tooth because it was so obvious.
Dentists would confirm whether the “black hole” was in fact decay by using an explorer, a kind of dental instrument that would touch the groove of the tooth to see if it would “stick.” A “sticking” groove meant decay and a non-sticking one probably just meant that the tooth was stained.
But today, things are different, in large thanks to fluoridation. From home fluoride treatments to fluoridated water, fluoride makes the enamel hard and not as vulnerable to decay. But decay still exists and because of the hardened enamel, the “sticking” technique no longer applies because the explorer may not be able to penetrate through the decay, leaving some decay undiagnosed.
Until the Diagnodent came along.
The Diagnodent ® is a Cavity Detection Laser that uses a laser to scan the teeth for decay, including suspect areas where decay is just in its early stages of forming.
This device allows for minimally invasive dental solutions such as smaller fillings and in some cases, no need for drills. What this means for you is less discomfort, less expense and stronger and healthier teeth.
Livonia Dental Care offers this state-of-the-art technology. To find out more about how this progressive and efficient process can save you money and can save your beautiful smile, give us a call. We’d be happy to talk with you. For more information on this topic or any dental related procedure check out our website. If you have any questions, or a dental emergency, you can reach Dr. Jay at Livonia Dental Care at 734.427.7555. “Like” us on Facebook and check out our YouTube.
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