Advancements in Dentistry

At Bridge Smile Dental Group, we pride ourselves on staying current with the advancements of dentistry. The more knowledge we have or the more technology we can offer our patients, the better we can treat their issues. Below are a few exciting advancements in dentistry in recent years.

- AXESS Sedation Mask: Cantel Medical unveiled a new nitrous oxide/oxygen nasal sedation mask in an effort to optimize comfort, decrease anxiety in children, reduce chances of displacement, and allow easy access to the mouth for dental procedures. 

- Better bonding and filling materials: Bonding materials today are made from resin, which is shinier and lasts longer than the substance used in the past. Wider ranges of shades are also available for better blending to the tooth’s natural color. 

- 3D printing: Dentists are now able to print denture bases and surgical guides all within their own practice, cutting down on the time it would take a third party to do this. 

- Digital impressions: Say goodbye to putty teeth impressions! Images can now be taken with scanners that absorb large amounts of data within seconds. These renderings are of higher quality than those created by traditional means.

- Gum disease treatments: Lasers, membranes, bone grafts, or proteins that simulate growth can be used to regenerate bone and tissue in an effort to treat gum disease.

- Laser dentistry: A diode laser is now an option for detecting and removing cavities.

- Thinner veneers: New materials now make it possible to create thinner veneers that are just as strong as its predecessor. This also means that less of the tooth surface is reduced, keeping more of the natural tooth intact.

 

 Bridge Smiles Dental Group P.A. has two locations for your convenience. Our first office is located on 820 US Hwy 202 North in Neshanic Station, NJ 08853. To make an appointment at this location, please call 908-782-4418. Our second office is located on 15 North Bridge St. in Somerville, NJ 08876. To make an appointment at this location, please call 908-725-0400. For more information, feel free to also visit our website at bridgesmilesdental.com.