Advanced Dental Technology

Digital X-rays

Using the most advanced dental technology possible is just as important as staying up-to-date on the latest treatment techniques. Because our practice is dedicated to providing you with the safest and most convenient treatment options available, we utilize advanced digital X-ray technology in our office.

Digital X-rays provide several advanced imaging options designed to save time, provide clearer dental photos, and expose patients to less radiation than traditional X-ray technology.

Our practice is focused on making your dental experience as comfortable as possible. At your next appointment, we'll be happy to answer any questions you may have about our digital X-ray technology.

CEREC® Single-Visit Tooth Restorations

We are your local CEREC dentist for single-visit tooth restorations. Why go to the dentist a second time if you don't have to?

CEREC is a technology for restoring damaged teeth, and this restoration can be completed in a single visit to the doctor's office. It makes your teeth stronger and more beautiful, all while keeping your teeth looking natural. The restoration is metal-free, and the high-grade ceramic material is compatible with the natural tissue found in your mouth.

The CEREC Process

During your appointment, you and Dr. Tellman will discuss the details of the procedure and your doctor will answer any questions you may have. Dr. Tellman will use a special 3D imaging camera to scan your tooth. Using CEREC's proprietary software, your restoration will be designed according to your tooth's appropriate form and function. Then, CEREC will use diamond burs to create your restoration out of a piece of ceramic. Finally, the ceramic restoration is bonded to your tooth using state-of-the-art adhesive dentistry.

Why Choose CEREC?

• There are many advantages of using CEREC over traditional crown technology.
• Time: CEREC crowns are made in one visit, saving you considerable time away from your job and family.
• Comfort: With CEREC, there is no need for a temporary crown, eliminating significant potential discomfort.
• Aesthetics: The strong, tooth-colored ceramic materials of CEREC restore your teeth to their natural strength, beauty, and function, and closely match the composition of your natural tooth structure.
• Strength: Milled ceramic is stronger than the traditional method of layering and pressing, so your smile will stay beautiful for years!
• Fillings: CEREC material and technology can also be used for fillings. Since these fillings are made out of porcelain, they are more durable than white composite fillings.

iTero® Digital Impression System

Conventional vs Digital Impressions

No more goop, gagging, or discomfort. Using an iTero scanner, your dentist can take a highly accurate digital impression. The new technology completely eliminates the tray and putty impressions, where the experience is comparable to stuffing a big wad of gum in your mouth. The old technique is incredibly unpleasant and frequently results in taking multiple rounds of impressions that can be rejected, broken, or misplaced. The iTero scanner ensures a more accurate impression from the start, resulting in improved treatment and a more comfortable patient experience. Digital impressions give you the ability to see your teeth instantly in 3D, improving communication during the consultation and treatment process.

How does it work?

The iTero scanner digitally captures the structure of the teeth and gums using the latest optical technology. The scanner is a compact, hand-held wand. Once your dentist begins the scanning process, it can be stopped and started as many times as necessary.

Your mouth is scanned with a radiation-free laser and, in as little as two to three minutes, the laser renders a digitally perfect, 3D impression of your teeth and soft tissue structures. Through digital software, you'll then be able to follow the progress of the scans, including a 3D model of your teeth on our computer screen. The iTero scanner can be used for any restorative treatment including crowns, veneers, inlays/onlays, bridges, and implants, as well as orthodontic treatments like Invisalign®.

 

CAD/CAM

Dentists can create customized fittings of crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and other dental restorations using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM). Through the CAD/CAM technology, Dr. Tellman can provide you with the most precise restorations possible.

By using CAD/CAM, Dr. Tellman is able to create durable, well-fitting, individual or multiple-tooth restorations. CAD/CAM technology also delivers advantages when it comes to office visits. Traditional tooth restorations may take several days and multiple office visits, but with CAD/CAM technology, we are able to perform single-visit tooth restorations! In just one visit you can have a beautiful, healthy smile.

To learn more about CAD/CAM technology and how it can benefit you, please contact our practice and schedule an appointment with Dr. Tellman.

CBCT Imaging

Using the most advanced dental technology possible is just as important as staying up-to-date on the latest treatment techniques. Because our practice is dedicated to providing you with the safest and most convenient dental treatment options available, we are proud to use PreXion Cone Beam Computer Tomography (CBCT) imaging technology.

PreXion CBCT is a digital, 3D imaging system that allows your doctor to provide quick, comfortable, and effective dental imaging for precise diagnosis, treatment planning, and the evaluation of certain conditions. The data gathered is used to reconstruct a 3D image of your anatomy: dental (teeth); oral and maxillofacial region (mouth, jaw, and neck); and ears, nose, and throat (ENT).

You can take advantage of a more accurate, comfortable dental treatment with CBCT imaging. Special features include:

• A scan that takes less than a minute but provides enough data for a complete diagnosis
• A safer diagnosis with less radiation than traditional CT scanners
• Increased comfort: you are seated in an open environment with plenty of space
• A more cost-effective imaging system
• Data is easily shared, so you can stay informed and be able to make educated decisions on your course of treatment