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by Dr. Buck<\/a> 4. May 2010 22:28<\/p>\n

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It’s been a while since we’ve posted anything on our blog.\u00a0 The reason for this is because, once again, our practice has made some improvements to the way we diagnose and educate our patients.\u00a0 A while back, I talked about the introduction of intra-oral cameras to our rooms which allow us to show you what going on in your own mouth.\u00a0 Well now I’m proud to say\u00a0we’re\u00a0introducing digital x-rays to our practice.\u00a0 There are many advantages to digital x-rays and they all benefit the patient.\u00a0 First, digital x-rays emit 90% less radiation than traditional film-based x-rays.\u00a0\u00a0So with the digital x-rays, the radiation is almost non-existent.\u00a0 The second advantage is I can put the x-ray on a 32″ TV screen instead of showing you your two-inch x-ray film\u00a0with the overhead light.\u00a0 Next is the speed of development.\u00a0 Traditional x-rays take about 7-8 minutes to run through the processor.\u00a0 Digital x-rays take about 3 seconds.\u00a0 We also have the ability to email these x-rays to labs, specialists, or even the patient.\u00a0 The last advantage benefits all of us.\u00a0 By using digital technology, we are being nicer to the earth by not having to use the harsh developing and processing chemicals nor do we use the plastic films.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Our philosophy has always to been to strive to be a better practice and we feel this upgrade in technology will allow us to just that.\u00a0 X-rays are so beneficial for me to make a proper diagnosis.\u00a0 I can’t diagnose what I can’t see.\u00a0 So without x-rays, your exam is really not complete.\u00a0 Cavities in between teeth are what we call “flossing cavities”.\u00a0 Now I’m sure all of you are excellent flossers and never miss a day of flossing (hint of sarcasm there).\u00a0 So if you’re not the best flosser, wouldn’t it make more sense to allow me to see those cavities that are developing between your teeth.\u00a0 Once you develop pain or sensitivity in a tooth, it’s usually about the time that I will have that discussion about the need for a root canal and crown.\u00a0 Let’s not have that discussion – let us take x-rays so we can find those little cavities in the early stages of disease.\u00a0\u00a0Take a look at my teeth below – no cavities!\u00a0\u00a0We’re looking forward to seeing you next time and we’ll show you your teeth as well.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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