What needs to be checked?
Your dentist starts with your concern, symptoms, oral health history and what the appointment needs to answer.
OUR TECHNOLOGY
Technology should make the next step easier to understand
Digital scanning, CBCT imaging, nitrous oxide and soft-tissue laser technology may be used when they add something useful to your assessment or care. Your dentist can explain why a particular tool is being considered, what information it may provide and whether there are alternatives.
ASSESSMENT FIRST
Technology should help answer the right question
Some dental concerns need more information than a visual check can provide. Digital scans or images can help your dentist assess tooth shape, bite, jaw position or nearby structures, including for orthodontic or implant planning where clinically useful.
The tool used depends on what needs to be checked. Your dentist will explain the reason, limits, alternatives and any likely fees before it is used.
CLINIC TOOLS
Four technologies patients often ask about
These tools may be used when they add useful information or support a suitable appointment. Your dentist will let you know whether they are relevant to your visit and whether a simpler option is available.
Digital records
3D scanner
A 3D scanner creates a digital model of your teeth and bite. It may help your dentist keep records, plan some treatments or show details on screen.
For some appointments, a digital scan may reduce the need for traditional impressions. Your dentist can explain why a scan is being used, what it can and cannot show, and whether other records are still needed.
3D imaging
In-house CBCT
CBCT imaging gives a three-dimensional view of teeth, jaw and surrounding structures. It can help assess depth, position and nearby anatomy when a standard dental X-ray is not enough for the question being asked.
Your dentist may discuss CBCT for implant planning, wisdom teeth assessment, complex anatomy or when a fuller view may help with planning. They will explain the reason, likely fee and any alternatives before it is taken.
Comfort support
Nitrous oxide
Nitrous oxide may be discussed for suitable patients who feel nervous or would like extra comfort support during certain appointments.
It is not suitable for every person or every procedure. Your dentist will check your health, treatment needs and appointment type first, and reception can note anxiety or comfort concerns when you book.
Gum treatment support
Soft tissue laser
A soft tissue laser may be used for some gum-related procedures, including certain gum contouring, frenectomy or periodontal therapy appointments.
If it is relevant to your care, your dentist will explain why it is being considered, what alternatives exist, what fees may apply and what aftercare may be needed.
PLANNING CHECKS
How your dentist decides what is useful
Technology is not used just because it is available. Your dentist starts with what needs to be checked, then considers whether a scan, image, laser or comfort option may help answer that question.
Assessment first
Check, choose, explain.
A simple way to decide whether a technology option is useful for your visit.
Would a tool add useful information?
A scan, image or comfort option is considered when it may help answer that question or support planning.
Is it suitable for you?
Your dentist can talk through health factors, limitations, alternatives, radiation considerations where relevant and likely fees.
What happens next?
The information may help with explanation, planning, referral, review or deciding whether more checks are needed.
COMFORT AND LIMITS
Comfort support starts with suitability
Nitrous oxide may be discussed if you feel nervous or would like extra support for an appointment where it is suitable.
Your dentist will first check your health, appointment type and treatment needs. For scans, images and laser use, they will explain the reason, limits, alternatives, fees and next steps before you decide.
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