Technology

A CBCT Scan is simply a 3D x-ray. CBCT Scans use dental cone beam computed tomography, a specialized type of x-ray equipment, to take images. CBCT scans provide a fast, non-invasive, low radiation way of answering many clinical questions and provides 3D information rather than 2D (like traditional x-rays offer), which can help with diagnosis, treatment, planning, and evaluation. Your dentist may prescribe a CBCT scan before surgery, extractions, implant placement, among other reasons.

Several laser types are used in dentistry, ranging from lasers for tooth whitening and restorative procedures to soft tissue procedures. At Strathcona Dental Clinic, we have added lasers to assist us with certain soft tissue procedures. We may use it to cut through soft tissue or to trim back overgrown gums around a tooth for aesthetic reasons. With lasers, there is almost no bleeding and very little pain or swelling associated with the procedure.

This technology replaces the polishing paste and rotating hand piece. It combines fine powder with warmed water into a gentle cleaning spray. The powder comes in natural forms composed of either protein or non-harmful sugar molecules. We expect cleaner teeth, in less time, in a more comfortable way. This technology is also unrivaled for implant maintenance. Specialized tips can be gently placed alongside implants to debride titanium.

Strathcona Dental Clinic is pleased to use the new TRIOS 5 dental scanner, making scanning safer, easier and more precise than ever before. It is the lightest and smallest scanner to date and is made to fit easily and comfortably in every hand, allowing for an easy and fast patient experience. At Strathcona Dental Clinic, we care about a good scan experience and want to get it perfect the first time. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI), the TRIOS 5 Scanner produces a 3D model that continuously generates the most updated information for a result that is as high quality and as close to perfect as possible. Precise digital impressions support treatment options that you will be happy with, providing scans as accurate as conventional impressions, or even more so! The TRIOS 5 sets a new standard for patient protection and infection control as well. We like to call it ‘hygienic by design.’ It is easy to clean because it hardly has any openings or crevices, including a closed autoclave tip, meaning a safer and more hygienic experience for you. The TRIOS 5 is FDA cleared too, for further peace of mind.