The Benefits of Diagnodent Laser Cavity Detection

If you are looking for a dental clinic that offers the latest and greatest technology, look no further than Glacier Creek Dental! We are proud to offer Diagnodent laser cavity detection to all our patients. This innovative technology can save you time, money and your dental health. Diagnodent is a new laser cavity detection system that we offer at Glacier Creek Dental. 

Why Adults Get Cavities

Cavities aren’t just common in children, adults can get them too. Even if you brush and floss regularly, it is possible to develop cavities. This happens when plaque builds up on the tooth surface, allowing acid-producing bacteria to settle and produce acids that cause demineralization of your teeth.

Cavities are caused by bacteria that live in our mouths. When sugar and food particles are left on the teeth, they feed on this material and produce acid as a byproduct. This acid breaks down the enamel of the tooth, leaving holes or cavities on the surface.

Cavity Symptoms

The symptoms of a cavity will depend on how large it is and where it is in your mouth. You may not have any symptoms at first. They’ll get worse as the cavity gets larger, including:

• Pain or a toothache that happens without warning
• Sensitive teeth
• Pain when you eat or drink sweet, hot, or cold things
• Holes or pits in your teeth
• Black, white, or brown tooth stains
• Pain when you bite down

What is Diagnodent Laser Cavity Detection?

Diagnodent is an advanced laser technology that helps us to detect cavities and decay quickly and accurately. Unlike traditional methods of cavity detection, the Diagnodent system uses a small laser beam to measure the density of tooth enamel along with any signs of decay in hard-to-see areas. This means we can identify potential problems before they become serious, which allows us to provide you with the best possible care.

Why Laser Cavity Detection?

Tooth decay can be difficult to diagnose in certain situations, especially when it starts out as a microscopic defect under the enamel. Left untreated, the decay may spread quickly under the surface, creating a large cavity inside a seemingly intact tooth. While x-rays and probing tools are effective in detecting decay at the surface of the tooth, they are unreliable when it comes to exposing subsurface cavities. Given the limitations of these conventional diagnostic methods, Glacier Creek Dental is offering Diagnodent laser cavity detection for all our patients. This can save you time, money and your dental health.

The Benefits of Diagnodent Laser Cavity Detection

Using Diagnodent laser cavity detection offers a number of benefits for our patients. Firstly, it is a painless and non-invasive procedure that can quickly identify potential problems without having to drill or use x-ray machines. This can help to save you time, money and discomfort. Secondly, Diagnodent helps us to detect areas of decay that might not be visible to the naked eye or traditional methods of cavity detection. Finally, this technology helps us provide more accurate diagnoses so we can develop effective treatment plans sooner rather than later.

Preventative Benefits Laser Cavity Detection

Diagnodent can also help to prevent cavities in the first place. By detecting areas of decay before they become a problem, we can work with you to come up with an effective plan that will reduce your risk of developing future cavities. This could involve better oral hygiene habits or custom treatments such as sealants, fluoride treatments and more.

If the decay is mild and has not spread to the dentin (the 2nd layer of your tooth), a dental sealant may be advised. The sealant will protect the surface of your tooth from being penetrated by food and plaque, which should stop the formation of the cavity right in its tracks. Otherwise, we may prescribe fluoride to strengthen your enamel, which can be just as effective in terms of fortifying your tooth against decay.

Even if your tooth requires a filling, the advantage of early detection means that more of your tooth is preserved. Cavities that are untreated due to late detection can result in more expensive and painful conditions down the road. Larger cavities can severely weaken tooth structure, and can make it easier for the tooth to chip, break or crack. Subsurface tooth decay has the potential to reach the tooth pulp faster than an above-the-surface cavity, which can lead to a painful abscess.

Laser cavity detection is often performed in conjunction with conventional diagnostics during your regular checkup. It may not be ideal for patients who have previously restored teeth.

Make an Appointment with Glacier Creek Dental

With Diagnodent laser cavity detection, we can help you protect your dental health and save money in the long run. By diagnosing potential problems early, we can prevent cavities from occurring or spreading further. This will preserve more of your natural tooth structure! Contact us at Glacier Creek Dental to learn more about this state-of-the-art technology!