Digital Radiography

X-ray procedures are an essential part of endodontic therapy. A major emphasis in our office has been placed on acquiring technology which benefits the patient and improves our treatment. We utilize a digital imaging system throughout our office.

Digital Radiography utilizes an intraoral sensor in place of conventional x-ray film. The radiographic image is converted into an electronic signal, interpreted by computer, and displayed instantly onto our operatory workstation monitors. Digital Radiography reduces radiation exposure up to 90%, decreases the time you spend in treatment, and provides us with improved endodontic diagnostic capabilities through image enhancement computer technology.

Rotary Instrumentation

A new generation of endodontic instruments has been developed, replacing stainless steel with a nickel-titanium allow. Nickel-titanium files have greater elastic flexibility and superior resistance to torsional fracture compared to stainless steel files. These qualities give the nickel-titanium files greater ability to negotiate curved canals permitting more effective cleaning and shaping of the root canal system. Innovative gear reduction engine-driven systems have been developed for use with these advanced files. The engine-driven rotary action centers the nickel-titanium files, maintaining the original path of the canal. The nickel-titanium files are designed with a unique geometry specifically intended to minimize stress on the file, permitting safer and more efficient cleaning and shaping of the root canal system. Endodontic specialists posses intimate knowledge of the special properties associated with these file systems and the clinical techniques associated with achieving optimal results during their utilization.

Apex Locators

Apex locators are electronic instruments utilized as a supplement to improve accuracy or independently in difficult clinical scenarios to determine the working length and endpoint of the root canal. This cutting edge technology utilizes frequency, impedance and resistance properties of tooth and supporting structures to coordinate precise readings permitting the endodontist to more effectively clean, shape and fill the root canal system.

Ultrasonics

Our operatories are equipped with sophisticated ultrasonic units used to remove obstructions such as posts and metal instruments from the canal system. Special tips can be employed to aid in the search for calcified canals, and in preparation of the root-end during apical surgery. The precise control over the power and action of these instruments enhances the success of complex cases requiring microsurgical intervention. These instruments have increased the safety of many of our procedures and have aided in the preservation of critical tooth structure. Efficiency is effectively increased while delivering enhanced clinical range and success.

Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA)

MTA is a new material approved by the FDA. It is used by endodontic specialists to treat a number of difficult clinical situations successfully, where previously, a tooth may have been lost or may have required additional treatment visits. This material has been compared extensively with other materials traditionally used for filling root canals in special circumstances such as resorptive defects and incompetently formed root apices, and has been found to be superior in it’s biocompatibility with supporting tissues and in it’s sealing ability. MTA is also considered to be a useful adjunct in specific surgical endodontic procedures.

Surgical Operating Microscope

Root canal treatment can be described as the art of treating the smallest of dental tissues in the most difficult of locations.

The introduction of the surgical operating microscope has revolutionized both surgical and nonsurgical endodontic treatment. The microscope provides the endodontist with commanding visual control in a remarkably precise manner previously unknown to endodontics. New treatment modalities have been developed which take advantage of the increased magnification and illumination of the microscope. Previously difficult or impossible procedures can now be performed predictably and efficiently.