In addition to the extensive list of technology that Drs. Rich and Carmichael feature, you'll find both Doctors communicative, whether explaining options for tooth replacement or what is taking place during a crown preparation procedure. You'll also find the practice is structured to support this patient involvement through consultation rooms so conversations with the Doctors can occur while you are comfortable in an arm chair rather than a treatment chair. You'll also be more involved in treatment decisions by viewing images on chair mounted monitors, such as digital radiography or close up photos of back teeth. Regardless of where you are in the office, you'll feel the practice has been designed to accommodate YOU!
Laser Dentistry
Imagine dental treatment that causes no bleeding, reduces numbing, and recontours gums or repairs tissue with precision and speed. The Odyssey Laser performs oral tissue therapy with reduced swelling and discomfort including bacteria removal, uncovering implants, endodontics and other related procedures. Because the unit is handheld, it travels from room to room with Dr. Rich or Dr. Carmichael. This makes it a 'greener' option than larger, stationary units.
Vizilite Plus Oral Cancer Screening
Every hour, an American dies of oral cancer. Oral cancer is one of the most curable diseases when it's caught early, which is why the ViziLite Plus exam has been developed. ViziLite Plus uses technology that identifies soft tissue abnormalities that might develop into oral cancer. The ViziLite Plus exam is painless and fast, and could help save your life.
Digital Radiography
Much more comfortable than traditional 'bite wings,' digital imaging provides clear, enlarged images in seconds while reducing radiation exposure up to 90%. The process also eliminates the need for film and processing chemicals, creating an environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional dental x-rays. You'll be able to view images on a chair-mounted monitor, giving you more involvement in treatment decisions.
Computerized Charting System
While computerized charting measures and stores your oral status, it also predicts vulnerable areas and provides easy retrieval for accurate comparisons in the future. This 'trail' is a beneficial aid in helping you avoid problems that could result in costly repairs in the future. Another advantage of computerized charting is its paperless operation, which is good for the environment.
In-Office Dental Lab
This greatly speeds the process of creating crowns, bridges, full and partial dentures, custom mouth pieces for bite problems or snoring, and other prosthetics for a variety of dental procedures.
Advanced Sterilzation System
The advanced heat sterilization process that Drs. Rich and Carmichael have incorporated into their practice meets or exceeds standards required by OSHA and the Center For Disease Control. To protect your health, dentists use "universal precautions." That means we use the same protective measures with every patient to prevent transmission of the virus that causes AIDS or any other infectious disease.
These infection procedures include:
- Wearing gloves, masks, and protective eyewear.
- Washing hands before and after each treatment, and changing gloves after each patient.
- Sterilizing or disinfecting dental instruments after each use.
- Cleaning and disinfecting the surfaces in the treatment room and equipment after each patient.
- Disposing of needles and other sharp items in special containers.
- Disposing of waste items and contaminated material properly.
Oral DNA Labs
At our office, we use OralDNA LabsTM laboratory services to ensure we are giving our patients the best oral health information possible. OralDNA LabsTM is a specialty diagnostics company designed to provide reliable, definitive and cost effective clinical tests that guide oral health professionals in detecting and prognosing disease at an earlier, more treatable stage.
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