Developing the most comprehensive diagnosis for a patient is a challenging goal. Digital imaging plays a very important role in achieving this goal. My digital imaging system (DEXIS) emits less radiation than traditional movie X-rays and many other systems, but there are still patients who are unwilling to receive any radiation exposure. The images of CariVu ™ caries testing dental equipment from DEXIS help me diagnose and treat patients according to their individual needs and support the identification of bite, adjacent and recurrent carious lesions and cracks - all without the need for ionizing radiation.
Patients who can benefit from doseless imaging span different age and medical factors.
Pregnancy: Many patients are worried about radiation exposure for a specific nine-month period, even with proper shielding. If I suspect tooth decay, choose No Radiance * option is ideal. Once I explain the safe near-infrared light used in CariVu transillumination, patients become more comfortable.
Other medical-related issues related to radiographic imaging: People who have previously had radiation or oral cancer often need or want to abandon X-rays. I recently treated a patient who underwent extensive jaw surgery, removed her mandible, and her mouth opened. It is helpful for CariVu to see the extent of decay and develop a care plan.
"If I find a suspicious area on the X-ray, I can call my CariVu" Second Opinion. "
Older people: CariVu gave me a quick and effective way to really see the cracks when I suspect cracks in the teeth of elderly patients, determine the presence of dental caries, and decide on the appropriate treatment. CariVu can diagnose fractures that are not noticeable with standard X-rays.
Children: Some parents X-rays X children even at the lowest radiation dose. Other people can not see the value of treatment of the baby teeth will eventually fall off! CariVu is easy to use and fast, so clinicians can take images even with uncooperative children. Clear x-ray images have drawn the interest of parents and patients.
CariVu images also gave me extra document level. Using CariVu images with my usual insurance claims image files can help insurers make the most informed decisions in the interest.
If I find a suspicious area on the X-ray, I can call my CariVu for a "second opinion," which already shows a 99% detection rate of dentine caries in the neighbors. ** Patients who want to avoid radiation may still be on the path to oral health. All of my patients understand that I have the best of technologies and dental supplies available to them - my lowest dose of X-Ray and CariVu radiation, and no radiation.
