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:

  1. 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.
  2. 3D Printing- The use of alginate and the unpleasant impression trays has been replaced by scanners and 3D printing technology that unable impression making of a tooth surface a piece of cake.
  3. Laser dentistry- Numerous procedures like gum surgeries, root canal treatment have become painless and convenient.
  4. Dental implants- Single tooth replacement is possible with implants without damaging the adjacent tooth structure.
  5. Intraoral  cameras- Patient education is far more easy when they see the problem themselves
  6. Smart toothbrush