Like most, I find dentist visits as welcome as a visit to my Bank of America branch or a flight on American:)
But a chipped tooth took me to Dr. John Bindeman. The person who recommended him said he was “gentle” – an ultimate compliment in that profession. As I found out he is also very punctual – quite a contrast to a recent doctor visit where we had to wait 2 hours and then be rushed through the review of lab results. Most of all he patiently explained much of the technology he was using.
To start with he used the Schick CDR Elite (photo on left) with sensors in the mouthpiece to take a digital x-ray which he and the patient can instantaneously see together on the screen. The Dentrix software allows the patient to see othercharts, treatment plans and more and the doctor to look at schedules and other practice management areas.
Here’s the gentle part. No painful syringes to sedate you. He used the CompuDent wand - photo below. Hardly feel the injections.
some other wizardry – Fuji fluoride lining designed to minimize sensitivity baked with a Demi curing unit (photo on right) And some Clearfil bonding agent.
Done is less than an hour. Need lots more work, but not in any hurry to get back:) But when I do, it will be for the opportunity to learn more of his technology!
Update: The Doctor provides some more info in his comment below.
Hi Vinnie,
Very nice blog. Thank you for the kind words. The only product I forgot to mention was the composite filling material. I used Grandio made by VOCO. This is one of 3 brands of composite that I have in the office. There are probably 15 or so different brands. They are all of a similar chemistry. They use a resin with Quartz or Barium glass filler particles.
Posted by: John Bindeman, DDS | June 17, 2011 at 05:21 PM
Modern dentistry placed an emphasis on patient's comfort and care. Dental technology is developed to meet the demands of consumers. The development of high-tech dental care equipment has led to an era of pain-free dentistry. Dental technology is making everyone's lives simpler! Thanks to advancements in dental technology, dentists now have the dental tools they need to practice dentistry at the highest level.
Posted by: Steve Robbins | July 09, 2011 at 12:08 AM
Oh, technology has come a long way to improve dental practice. With those hi-tech gadgets that can be used, dental practice has become easier and more accurate. I just hope these will be used the right way. :)
Posted by: Jesse Hake | August 10, 2011 at 03:38 PM
I agree that modern dentistry is focused on the care of the patient and also in improving accuracy. Things like digital X-Rays make the process quicker, more accurate, and make the information easier to access in the future.
Posted by: Dentist Tucson AZ | March 26, 2012 at 05:07 PM
This is such a great article. Thank you for sharing! All dentists seem to be getting the most updated equipment. A dentist in tucson az really surprised me of how nice is office and work place was. His dental assistants were really nice and didn't destroy my mouth. Do you know of any other places where there are great dentists?
Posted by: Jordan West | October 31, 2012 at 01:05 PM
Wonderful site. I always wonder why people are always afraid of going to dentists? However, I guess modern gadgets would help lessen the fear people have over dentistry. And awareness on proper oral hygiene must always be given every now and then. Guess that would come on handy.
Posted by: Valerie Knowles | January 12, 2013 at 08:57 PM
Dental Technology is the technical side of dentistry. I believe that the satisfaction comes from knowing you are the one that made it possible for that person to smile again.
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