digital x-rays
We use only digital x-rays in our office. Dental x-rays are used in the dental office to assist us in finding things that are not visible to the naked eye. With the use of x-rays, the dentist can find initial cavities, decay occuring underneath restorative work such as root decay, hidden teeth such as wisdom teeth as well as bone loss from gum disease. This reduces the exposure to radiation by 75 % as compared to the conventional film x-rays. Digital x-rays are taken by sensors and displayed onto the computer screen within seconds which means that you will be able to see your teeth in moments right in front of where you sit. There will be minimal wait for images to develop and there will be no chemical byproducts used to develop the image as were used previously in the conventional film dental x-rays.
Digital panoramic x-ray system
The panoramic x-ray is a picture of all the teeth and jaw structures on one large x-ray. It is different than the regular intra oral films called Bite-wings or Peri-apical x-rays. The purpose of a panoramic x-ray is for finding cysts, tumours, bone loss due to gum disease or periodontal disease as well as proximity of the wisdom teeth to the mandibular nerve (main nerve to the lower jaw). Please see the website below which goes into more information on the differences in x-rays.
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restorative care
Dr. Graves takes extreme care to provide fillings and crowns and bridges on natural teeth or on dental implants with a high emphasis on quality. We have an E4D in our practice which will create long term crowns in one sitting using high strength ceramics which in the very near future will also create bridges. We find this capability very exciting.
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preventive care
The philosophy of our practice is prevention. The statement "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" is well-known. The prevention of dental caries and gum disease is the key to long term dental health. An analogy one can look at is to keep a vehicle running in good condition regular service is vital. Regular check ups and cleanings are essential to catch the onset of an early cavity and the early process of gum disease. Head neck and oral cancer screening is done with each examination as well as the use of a velscope.
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Surgical care
Dr. Graves has many years of experience with extractions of all types of teeth, including impacted wisdom teeth and provides post surgical care to our patients.
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Cosmetic care
Dr. Graves loves to provide cosmetic dentistry in the form of crowns, bridges, veneers and cosmetic reshaping of teeth. He offers the latest dental techniques and utilizes the latest in dental technology to improve your treatment and reduce your chair time.
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