Here at Lake Orion Family Dentistry, we make sure to keep up with the latest dental news. Recently, we read about some emerging technology that seems straight out of science fiction. Cavities could be wiped out completely; doctors could custom-order new bone made from your stem cells. Although these products are still in development, they […]
Category: Technology
VELscope Screening Detects Oral Cancer Early
July 12, 2011
Do you know that approximately 37,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year? It’s true, but unfortunately, it’s not a problem that many people know about. Because oral cancer is often detected in the later stages, it has a higher mortality rate than that of other health problems, including several other forms of […]
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Life-Simplifying Dental Technology: CEREC Restorations
July 6, 2011
Do you remember having to wear a temporary crown while the permanent one was being made? If the temporary fell off, you had to go back to the dentist to get another one put on, and still wait for the permanent crown. We have said goodbye to temporary crowns! There’s a new machine in town […]
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One-Day Dental Crowns for Lake Orion and Surrounding Communities
May 24, 2011
The dental industry has made great strides in the past few years. Thanks to advanced technology, keeping your smile healthy is now easier than ever.
That being said, you have to keep in mind that things happen. You will bite down on an olive that has a pit and chip your tooth. You will have a cavity that continues to get worse because you didn’t know it was there. Things happen, but dentists today have the ability to restore your teeth to as close as to their natural state as possible.
That’s why I use and recommend CERAC restoration for a tooth damaged by extensive decay or fracture.
In the past, a dental crown required an inlay or onlay and two visits to the dentist. Now with CERAC, you can receive a custom-milled, tooth-colored ceramic restoration in just one visit to my dental office in Lake Orion, Michigan. […]
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Soft-Tissue Laser Treatment for a Speedy, Comfortable Recovery
April 14, 2011
As a family and holistic dentist, oral surgery is not a topic that I like to bring up to my patients. For many people, oral surgery causes feelings of intimidation and nervousness.
I make it my priority to keep you calm and comfortable when you’re in my office. That’s why I have taken courses and invested in the most recent technology to bring soft-tissue laser dentistry to Lake Orion Family Dentistry.
This state-of-the-art laser can eliminate bacterial infection between your teeth and gums for periodontal therapy that promotes quick reattachment of gum tissue. I also use this laser therapy for biopsies, disinfecting, and treating cold sores. […]
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