some of the advanced dental technologies we use are:
Intraoral Camera
Using this camera, we can give you a “tour” of your mouth on a TV screen (which is really neat). We also use the intraoral camera to guide you through your diagnosis and treatment options, keeping you at the center of your treatment plans. We want you to feel informed every step of the way, so you can make smart choices for your oral health and smile.
Digital X-rays
Digital x-rays are a fast and comfortable diagnostic tool that helps us to accurately assess your oral health needs. If it has been some time since you sat in a dental chair for a mouth x-ray, we think you will be pleasantly surprised with the speed and ease of digital x-rays! Plus, they require no chemical processing and emit up to 90% less radiation than traditional x-rays, making digital dental technology the smart choice for both your smile and the environment.
Beautiful Porcelain Veneers
If chipped, discolored, or misshapen teeth make you self-conscious about your smile, veneers are a small investment that can make a BIG difference. In as few as two visits, Dr. Ahoyt can sculpt your porcelain veneers and adhesively bond them to the front side of your teeth, giving your smile a more radiant and uniform appearance. Veneers look and feel like natural, beautiful teeth, and are also an excellent option to remedy teeth that are too discolored for traditional whitening methods. Call today to schedule your FREE cosmetic consultation! (*Pictures above are of an actual case performed by Dr. Ahoyt.)
Restorative Dental Implants
Dr. Ahoyt and his team can give your smile a second chance with dental implants. Implants are effective in stabilizing dentures to fit, feel, and function more like your natural teeth, which resolves many of the practical and social problems associated with dentures. Healthy dental implants preclude cavities in restored teeth, reduce your risk of needing a root canal, and can even prevent further bone loss. Dental implants can be used as single-tooth replacements, but they are also useful in crown and bridge applications. Call our office today to discover how you could benefit from this superb option in restorative dentistry.
Isolite® System
Happy patients spend less time in the chair with more comfort, so we use the Isolite® System. This system has a soft and flexible mouthpiece to shield your tongue and cheek during procedures, as well as a light that illuminates your mouth from the inside, reducing shadows and making treatments more efficient. The Isolite even has a place for you to rest your jaw, and its revolutionary technology eliminates the need for cotton rolls and rinse breaks. All because your comfort is paramount!
Rapid Braces
Rapid braces use clear brackets and thin, tooth-colored wires to straighten your teeth less noticeably and in less time. Most people won’t even see that you’re wearing braces, but they WILL notice your confident new smile! In addition to the convenience of less noticeable wires, the treatment time is drastically reduced, with the average case falling between just 4 and 9 months. Don’t let the short treatment time fool you, though! Rapid braces use low force to move teeth, resulting in less discomfort than is commonly associated with traditional braces. The straight smile you want could be closer than you think!
Invisalign®
If you think that clear and removable braces sound perfect, you could be on your way to a straight smile in no time with Invisalign®. Through a series of clear Aligners®, this comfortable and removable alternative to traditional braces straightens your teeth with dramatic results but without the tell-tale bars and brackets of metal braces. The Aligners are changed approximately every two weeks to straighten your teeth step by step, and as an added convenience, you can even take them out to eat and brush your teeth.
Professional Teeth Whitening
At Ahoyt Family Dental, we offer both in-office, deep bleaching and take-home whitening solutions. In addition to giving you the benefit of a cleaner looking and more attractive smile, teeth whitening has also been found to provide anti-cavity benefits, stronger tooth enamel, and better overall enamel health. Ask us about brightening your smile today!
Tooth-Colored Fillings
Because composite fillings can be bonded to teeth, they usually allow for more conservative preparations. When less tooth structure is removed, Dr. Ahoyt can create smaller, more natural looking fillings than conventional amalgam (silver) fillings. The tooth-colored material is then cured with an intense light and the surface is shaped and polished to match the rest of your tooth, rendering the final restoration smooth and virtually undetectable to the eye. (*Pictures above are of an actual case performed by Dr. Ahoyt.)
Drug-Free Headache Prevention
Do you suffer from chronic migraine or tension headaches? The pain you feel during the day could actually be caused by teeth grinding or jaw clenching that occurs while you sleep. Our team at Ahoyt Family Dental can help you find long-lasting relief without prescription pain medication. By creating a small, simple device that fits over your front teeth, we are able to prevent the muscle contractions commonly associated with headaches and allow your jaw to relax. For more information on this device (NTI), visit www.TheHeadacheRemedy.com.
TVs & Headphones in All Treatment Rooms
We think you will really appreciate the option to watch TV during your dental visit. Come in and see how you can relax while receiving the treatment you need. You might even forget that you are at the dentist!
