The Latest Technology from your Dentist in Homer Glen, IL

Can you imagine trying to operate in the modern world if you still had a rotary phone? Whenever you needed to call someone, you better have their number written down somewhere. People usually have over a 100 numbers in their phones today, so that’s quite a bit of information to heft around. Rather than pressing a few keys and texting someone, you could only communicate if they could speak right at the same moment you could. The world would slow down, and you’d find yourself starting at a phone that would refuse to ring. The advance of technology has made the world a better place that is easier to live in. This progress has touched dentistry as well, offering you a variety of treatment options that previously weren’t available. Dr. Alan De Angelo, a dentist in Homer Glen, IL, can now offer you the most advanced dental treatments with the latest technology.

Intraoral Cameras

You probably imagine a trip to the dentist where the doctor asks you questions while they have their hands and a variety of tools in your mouth. Some even think it’s a little game they play, waiting for you to answer before they make it impossible for you to talk. Those days are in the past thanks to intraoral cameras. These cameras are about the size of a pen and enable a patient to see what the dentist is seeing. The images captured by the camera are projected onto a chairside screen so the patient can more accurately understand what the dentist is talking about. This makes dental care easier to follow, as often we don’t see what the dentist is referring to when they are examining our teeth. This enables both patient and doctor to communicate effectively and take care of your teeth better.

DIAGNOdent

DIAGNOdent enables your dentist to more accurately detect tooth decay. Rather than using a visual exam, x-rays, or probing, DIAGNOdent uses a laser projected onto the tooth to create a digital readout that can detect the smallest indication of tooth decay. This enables your dentist to treat cavities early, therefore being able to save more of you tooth, as well as subject you to a less invasive treatment.

WaterLase

When people think of cavities, their mind inevitably goes to the sound of teeth being drilled. Your family dentist in Homer Glen, IL can now forgo the drill thanks to WaterLase. It is a small laser that works with a gentle flow of water to remove decayed portions of your teeth. It is able to remove a much smaller and exact portion than traditional drills. It is also painless, and most patients don’t even require anesthetic to use it. This enables the dentist to save most of your tooth’s natural structure, helping to maintain its look and function.

Any Questions?

Modern technology has now helped make dentistry easier for all kinds of patients. Dr. De Angelo works diligently to stay on top of these advances so he can take the best care of you. If you have any questions about the latest dental technology and what it can do for you, please call us today.