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INDUSTRY INSIGHT DENTAL TECHNOLOGY SPONSORED CONTENT DENTISTRY IN OUR MODERN AGE D entistry today has evolved into a highly technological and patient-focused industry. As new dentists graduate and new companies invent new procedures and products, how can patients know what is best for them? Q: WHY DO MODERN DENTAL OFFICES TAKE PICTURES OF MY TEETH WITH A CAMERA? A: Intraoral cameras were designed for the patient to see what the dentist sees. You can see on the screen in front of you where the problem is, the degree of the problem, and what it will take to fix the tooth. Q: WHAT IS SAME-DAY DENTISTRY AND HOW DO DENTISTS HAVE TIME TO DO MY WORK IN THE SAME DAY? A: Same-day dentistry is an organized approach to helping patients get the necessary procedures done the same day as their cleaning and exam. We all have busy schedules and do not want to sacrifice vacation time for dental visits. So patients have fewer visits to the doctor, fewer times they need to get anesthetics (which is healthier), and more time to get on with their lives. Q: WHAT IS COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY? A: With modern technology and the ability to capture every problem on camera, dentists now are proactive and preventive. By treating problems when diagnosed, and not watching the teeth until the patient is in pain or a tooth breaks, the patient is able to keep more teeth for a longer time. This helps to avoid partials and dentures sooner and long term helps maintain a healthier digestive system. At Complete Dental Care, we are your modern family dental practice. We offer same-day dentistry and comprehensive evaluations. Using intraoral cameras, we show you what the problems are and the preventive procedures necessary to help you keep your teeth. Please contact us today to get the smile you always wanted and keep the teeth you have. 16 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE | West Mifflin