Visiting a dentist has was the most scary thing in our childhood. The mere idea of someone constantly using sharp instruments and devices inside your mouth is a traumatic experience since we were kids. With newer technologies and research, practitioners are now able to provide easy and patient friendly treatment methods.
Few latest innovations in dentistry are:
Digital X-Rays- Introduction of RVG and portable x- rays have completely replaced the x-ray films that were used earlier. Harmful chemicals(developer and fixer) that were used are completely discarded because of RVG. Portable x-ray machines have also made it possible for clinicians to give diagnosis outside clinical set ups for.eg. dental camps in rural areas.
3D Printing- The use of alginate and the unpleasant impression trays has been replaced by scanners and 3D printing technology that unable impression making of a tooth surface a piece of cake.
Laser dentistry- Numerous procedures like gum surgeries, root canal treatment have become painless and convenient.
Dental implants- Single tooth replacement is possible with implants without damaging the adjacent tooth structure.
Intraoral cameras- Patient education is far more easy when they see the problem themselves