Technology
The tools we use to help paint a better picture
When many people think of the dentist, they conjure up images of scary needles and outrageously elaborate contraptions that are sure to only cause pain. The truth is that dental technology has advanced with the rest of the modern world. Our Winchester dentist uses cutting edge devices that provide patients with high quality, efficient teeth cleaning with less invasive procedures.
Digital X-Rays
Serving the Winchester Area with the Best Technology
Dental x-rays, also known as dental radiographs, help dentists view information about the patient’s teeth that may not immediately be apparent from a visual examination. At Amherst Dental Practice, we utilize digital x-rays in order to provide our patients with prompt diagnosis and treatment. Led by Dr. Gerald Brown, our team of dental professionals goes above and beyond to take care of each patient. With roots that go deep in the community (one of our hygienists has been here for 20 years), we truly care about our patients as if they were family. We walk each patient through all their options and ensure that they are getting the most value for their money. This level of care has prompted many of our patients to remain a lifelong part of our practice.
What do digital x-rays do?
Digital x-rays provide our practice with a faster turnover that enables our team to promptly find the treatment you need. By diagnosing and treating dental problems at an earlier stage, you can save yourself time, money, discomfort, and your teeth too!
Digital x-rays can help to identify the following and more:
Bone loss
Poor root & tooth position
Tumors (cancerous & benign)
Problems below the gum line or inside a tooth
Tooth decay
Cysts or abscesses
Abnormalities
Without x-rays, many of these problems could go undetected until it becomes a much bigger problem. Our doctors can recommend if or when you need an x-ray based on your individual needs. These x-rays are considered very safe, and we take precautions to limit radiation exposure throughout the x-ray.
Intraoral and Digital Photography
A Winchester Family Dentist That Goes the Extra Mile
At Amherst Dental Practice, our team utilizes advanced technology to better serve each and every patient. Intraoral photography is a great asset to our practice as it enables us to more accurately view and diagnose our patients’ dental health. We are all about going the extra mile on behalf of our clients and providing them with dental services that prioritize value and quality. Led by Dr. Gerald Brown, our dental team views each patient as part of the family. Due to this high level of care, many of our patients choose us to be their lifelong dental care providers.
Benefits of Intraoral and Digital Photography
Intraoral photography helps our team instantly evaluate your oral health. We use a small, pen-shaped camera to take digital pictures so that Dr. Brown can get a more comprehensive look at your teeth and gums from different angles. Then, we can immediately view these images on a larger screen and determine treatments you may need. We are also able to show you these images so that you can see for yourself why our team may recommend certain treatments.
Further benefits of intraoral photography include:
The photos can be shared with other healthcare professionals or insurance agencies.
The photos help document the progress or decline of your oral health.
The photos can capture before and after shots for a cosmetic treatment.
Taking pictures with an intraoral camera is a painless and easy process that can significantly help our dental team serve you better.
“The Wand”
Advanced Technology from Our Winchester Dentists
Amherst Dental Practice utilizes state-of-the-art dental technology in order to bring our patients services that are both comfortable and effective. We go above and beyond for our patients, because we view them as part of our community family. In fact, many of our patients choose us to be their lifelong dental care providers due to our high level of care. We accept most insurance providers and courtesy file them for our clients. For a customized patient experience, choose Amherst Dental Practice.
Benefits of “The Wand”
When anesthesia is required, “The Wand” is the tool of choice for both Dr. Gerald Brown and Dr. Heather Brown. This numbing machine enables dentists to provide pain-free injections to patients.
Patients often benefit from use of the wand in the following ways, and more:
Many patients agree that the wand is significantly more comfortable that the syringe.
Due to pain-free injections, many patients report reduced anxiety.
Dentists also report that the wand can eliminate collateral numbness.
The Wand looks like a pen and slowly supplies anesthetic to the desired location – many patients don’t even realize when the injection has taken place! Both Dr. Brown and Dr. Heather use the same dispensing method when using the wand to administer anesthetic. The wand is a fantastic option for patients who normally experience anxiety at the thought of injections.
Diagnodent
Specialized Laser Technology to Effectively Find the Smallest Cavities
At Amherst Dental Practice, our dentists and staff have access to the Diagnodent system that can help us identify tiny cavities and help promote healthier teeth and fix problems before they get worse. As Winchester dentists, they focus on helping you receive high-quality dental care. By utilizing this technology, we can ensure that you and all of our patients are receiving care that meets our high standards. One of the major goals of most modern dentistry is identifying areas of decay in teeth before they grow and creating an oral health issue. Diagnodent helps us realize that goal.
Benefits of Being Checked with a Diagnodent Device
Locating cavities in fissures and pits in teeth
Being more than 90% accurate in its ability to detect cavities
There is no scratching or probing of your teeth
It is pain-free and non-invasive
Working to Make Your Dental Appointment a Positive Experience
As a staff, we are committed to serving you and providing you with a high level of dental services that are for your benefit. Our office accepts most insurance providers to help make sure that you get the dental care you need. We even provide courtesy filings to insurance companies so you don’t have to. Our Diagnodent in Winchester is focused on making sure that you are receiving comfortable and help dental services.
