Digital Cavity Detection
DIAGNOdent is a modern, evidence-based, cavity detection device. It uses laser technology to detect bacteria in the grooves of your teeth.
In comparison with the traditional method of detecting cavities, still taught in dental schools today, it doesn’t matter who uses DIAGNOdent, the dentist, hygienist or dental assistant; the readings are always consistent.
Many of us are familiar with the old-school technique of using a dental pick to press into the grooves of a tooth to see if it sticks. Unfortunately, there are multiple variables with this technique: Where to press the dental pick? How hard to press the dental pick? How sharp is the dental pick? DIAGNOdent assures consistent cavity detection results; every time.
EARLY DETECTION = TREATMENT WITHOUT DRILLING
Using these modern devices, we can detect infections in the grooves even before they start to form a cavity. At this point, the bacteria can be treated with ozone. If the bacteria is killed, a cavity is never formed. This is a big part of our overall philosophy.
It is not always necessary to treat a cavity by drilling!