Dental Technology Ardsley, NY

The Biolase MD Laser is an all tissue laser that enhances patient comfort and gives a better patient experience. It combines laser energy and a spray of water to cut soft tissue and bone without heat. Patients report many benefits such as less swelling and patient post operative sensitivity. The laser many times avoids the stress of drills and needles and greatly decreases the need for anesthetics.

JVA is a 3 minute, non invasive test that is ADA accepted and is based on principles of motion and friction. Rough surfaces create friction and vibrations when they articulate. The energy is measured and then through computer analysis an accurate objective diagnosis of the jaw joint may be formulated and the correct treatment can follow. The data gathered allows the differentiation of stretched ligaments, partial or full disk displacement or degenerative joint disease. This gathering of recordable, measurable and reproducible data from the patient is unprecedented in TMJ therapy.

T-Scan® uses a computerized pressure sensitive sensor with 2200 sensing points to measure occlusal time and force in 3/1000 of a second. It allows one to see what is invisible to the naked eye. Previously, dentistry has used inked paper which has been shown in several studies to be highly inaccurate. This instrument is used as a diagnostic tool, finishing tool and of significant aid in patient understanding and awareness of their bite issues. The use of the T-Scan is extremely important technology that is used in achieving the goal of bite therapy – a balanced occlusion with healthy jaw joints and muscles.

Vident Easyshade is a reliable, simple to use, spectrophotometer. It instantly provides dental shade analysis to help determine the best color match and therefore allow us the ability to achieve consistent high level esthetic results.

Velscope is a hand held device that provides a system for the early detection of a wide variety of oral diseases including pre-cancer and cancer. It is a FDA approved hand held device that is used in conjuction with an oral soft tissue exam and works through tissue fluorescence. This is an optical phenomenon that causes abnormal tissue to appear a different color. Potential areas of concern will show a marked lack of fluorescence, appearing dark when viewed against the healthy tissue. The incidence of oral cancer is on the rise (more than 34000 Americans will be diagnosed this year) and when found in the early stages of development there is an 80-90% survivor rate.

The Carestream camera is an amazing technology that actually allows our patients to see what the the inside of their mouths during an examination. It is sometimes difficult for patients to understand the need for care or home maintenance when they can't see it for themselves...our patients see everything we see, so they completely understand our treatment recommendations.

Dexis is the most highly awarded digital x-ray system. It’s state of the art sensor delivers high quality, high resolution images with image enhancement capabilities. The sensor maximizes patient comfort with a refined design and most importantly allows for lowered radiation dosages. There is no longer a need for developing chemicals that are harmful to the environment. When the sensor detects radiation the highly sophisticated software using 16,000 shades of gray; saves, dates, tooth numbers, and correctly orients the image.

Isolite is a revolutionary device that greatly improves the delivery of restorative dentistry. It delivers continuous LED illumination, aspiration and retraction in one device. It is very comfortable for the patient and continually suctions fluids and oral debris to prevent inadvertent aspiration of material while retracting and protecting the tongue and cheek. These features and the bright illumination allows the treatment to proceed more quickly with a higher level of effectiveness.