Advanced Dental Technology St. Augustine
Helping Patients Better Understand Their Oral Health
In the past, you may have felt unsure or even unaware of the issues occurring inside your mouth. The reason is that the technologies used back then only allowed the dentist to see what was really going on. Now, advancements in dentistry make it possible for us to show you the details of your teeth and gums, giving you a first-hand look at how we plan to treat your smile and how you can ensure better oral hygiene at home.
Digital Impressions
If you or a loved one needs a dental crown to protect a damaged or infected tooth, we can use our Primescan digital impression system. Commonly used to produce CEREC same-day restorations, this system scans your teeth and creates a 3D model that is viewable on a chairside monitor. This eliminates the need for cold dental putty and instead allows for a more comfortable and mess-free experience.
CT/Cone Beam Scanner
When further analysis of your oral anatomy and facial structures is required for a treatment plan, we turn to our CT/Cone Beam Scanner. Rotating a full 360 degrees around your head, the device takes hundreds of images that are then immediately uploaded to formulate a three-dimensional model of your head, neck, and mouth, including even the most intricate details, like your teeth, gums, bones, blood vessels, nerve pathways, and more. This is commonly used for root canals or dental implants.
Intraoral Camera
We want you to be well-informed about your oral health, which is why we use an intraoral camera in our St. Augustine office. This unique piece of technology makes it possible for Dr. Lee to easily view the smallest areas of decay as well as show you in real time what kind of issues may be occurring inside your mouth. We use our intraoral camera not only as a diagnostic tool but also as a form of patient education so that you have greater knowledge of how to properly care for your smile.