The VELscope is a life-saving piece of technology that Ascent Family Dental is pleased to offer. We use this non-invasive tool during every oral exam to screen patients for early oral cancer abnormalities. Dental care is not confined to the teeth—Dr. Williams will scan your gums, tongue, lips, cheeks, and pharyngeal area for any early indicators of cancer. The VELscope …
Although we still use traditional dental radiographs at Ascent Family Dental for several reasons and scenarios, our CBCT 3D scanner is an alternate diagnostic tool that we also use regularly. This advanced imaging system doesn’t just render 2D images of your teeth and jaws—it provides Dr. Williams with 3D diagrams of your entire mouth. What Is A CBCT 3D Scanner? …
Advancements in dental technology offer innovative solutions for safe, pain-free dentistry. The Wand is one such piece of equipment that provides Ascent Family Dental patients with a comfortable experience. Rather than using a long needle and syringe to administer dental anesthetics prior to a procedure, the same method dentists have used for 150 years, The Wand allows Dr. Williams to …
With increasingly advancing dental technologies, patients of Ascent Family Dental can enjoy a more comfortable experience. The hard tissue laser is a powerful yet gentle tool designed to eliminate the need for noisy dental “drills.” Enjoy a pain-free experience with the groundbreaking hard tissue laser. What Is Hard Tissue Laser Dentistry? A hard tissue laser is an innovative device that …
Advancing technologies in modern dentistry allow Dr. Williams to complete dental procedures in a comfortable and timely manner. They even allow him to create prosthetic dental components, giving you a brand new, natural smile in just a single visit. With CAD/CAM technology, Ascent Family Dental can create customized dental elements in mere hours. What Is CAD/CAM Dentistry? Although they are …
Dental procedures can be intimidating to many patients. However, with advanced technology, Ascent Family Dental’s professional team can make your experience as comfortable as possible. A soft tissue laser is an innovative tool that can eliminate the need for noisy drills or painful scalpels. When you present to Ascent Family Dental for your next dental procedure, be sure to inquire …
Also known as dental radiographs, dental X-rays use controlled pulses of radiation to create images of the internal structures of the jaw and mouth. Dental X-rays are useful for viewing jawbones and various tooth structures. They can find and image cavities, bone or gum loss, periodontal disease, benign or malignant tumours, and other normal or abnormal structures within the lower portion …
What Is An Intraoral Camera? Visualizing the entire mouth with a traditional mouth mirror can sometimes be challenging. In order to gain more detailed images of the gums and teeth, Dr. Scott Williams and his team may recommend the use of an intraoral camera. This advanced diagnostic tool is painless and non-invasive yet can provide us with valuable information. What …
