The Benefits of Rotary Endodontics

If you’ve had root canal treatment to save an infected tooth, it probably didn’t occur to you to ask what types of tools your dentist used. But if your dentist used the old, manual file for removing the infected tissue, the procedure may have been pretty nerve wracking. Rotary endodontic tools, however, provide a much smoother, more comfortable experience during root canal procedures, which is why Dr. Aaron Goodman chooses to rely on them to treat infected teeth in Castle Rock, CO.

Rotary endodontics allows the dentist to remove the infected pulp in the inner root canal more quickly, more smoothly and with less chance of complications. These electric instruments prove to be superior to the traditional, stainless steel files in a multitude of ways. This is because they are made of nickel titanium, which is much more flexible than stainless steel. Increased flexibility allows the tool to be inserted into the curved root canal without damaging the passageway.

The tools are also much quieter and do not produce a grinding noise like other tools. This helps to soothe patients’ nerves during the procedure. While the manual method can adequately save teeth during root canals, rotary endodontic tools are easier and preferred by both the dentist and his patients. 

To schedule an appointment at Prairie Hawk Dental, call 720-515-1801. For more information, please visit www.prairiehawkdental.com. 

Benefits of Digital X-rays at Prairie Hawk Dental

Dental technology has improved greatly over the years, enhancing every step of dental care, from diagnosis to treatment. New technology has even made dental X-rays safer and more convenient, and many dentists have adopted digital radiography to view their patients’ teeth. At Prairie Hawk Dental, we have use many state-of-the-art technologies, including digital X-rays, to provide our patients in Castle Rock, CO with the best dental care available.

Digital X-rays are taken in a similar manner to traditional X-rays that use film, but rather than placing film in the patient’s mouth, a digital sensor is used. This sensor is connected to an imaging program on a computer that projects the image, allowing Dr. Aaron Goodman to view your teeth more closely and with better accuracy than traditional dental X-rays. Better images mean that there is a greater chance that the dentist will spot potential problems and be able to fix them before they become more serious or possibly more painful. In addition to better accuracy, digital radiography produces 90 percent less radiation than regular film X-rays, granting peace of mind to those who take X-rays frequently.

Whichever treatment you’re receiving at our practice, from a regular check-up to dental implants, we will strive to provide you with the best service with the most up-to-date technology.

To schedule an appointment with our Castle Rock, CO office, call 720-515-1801. For more information on our practice, visit www.prairiehawkdental.com.

Sirona XG 3D CBCT at Prairie Hawk Dental

At Prairie Hawk Dental, we use Sirona’s Orthophos XG 3D imaging—an advanced imaging technology that allows Dr. Aaron Goodman to access 3D, high-resolution images of our patients’ mouths and provide superior dental care in Castle Rock, CO.

Orthophos XG 3D technology provides 3D, high-resolution images that allow the dentist to accurately assess your mouth and customize your procedures for the highest quality of care. Offering a clear view of the teeth, the entire upper and lower jawbone, the temporomandibular joints, the nasal sinuses and the mandibular nerve, the technology allows Dr. Goodman to visualize parts of the anatomy that cannot be diagnosed externally or with only two-dimensional images. A typical scan only takes 14 seconds, and images are ready for viewing in about three minutes.

Because they value the health and safety of their patients, Dr. Goodman also chooses to use this type of imaging for its low radiation emission. Able to capture a superior image while exposing patients to minimal radiation means that Sirona’s Orthophos XG 3D imaging is one of the best diagnostic tools on the market. 

Schedule an appointment by calling 720-515-1801. For more information about our services, please visit www.prairiehawkdentalcom.