Dental has come a long way in order to make patient exams more comfortable. With today's technology, dentists are better able to detect and treat tooth decay and perform other surgeries with maximum comfort. You may find that your dentist has added relatively new techniques during your next visit.
Dentists pay close attention to the introduction of new technologies to ensure their safety and benefit to patients. General dentists read clinical studies before purchasing new equipment to determine the efficacy of the product.