Because Dr. Laos believes in providing the best dentistry has to offer his patients, you will find state-of-the-art technology and focused attention on patient comfort.
Digital X-rays
Digital X-rays are progressive. It is estimated only 15% of dental practices have adopted digital radiography. Dr. Laos invested in this technology to protect patients from unnecessary radiation through X-rays. These images require up to 90% less radiation than with conventional film type X-rays. Instead of using the traditional silver-oxide X-ray film that must be developed and then fixed in caustic and environmentally damaging solutions, the new system takes pictures via a small electronic sensor and it then instantaneously transmits a picture of the tooth onto the video monitor in the treatment room. Therefore, we can see your teeth and surrounding structures immediately. Not only does the new digital X-ray eliminate the usual wait for X-ray film to be processed, but it also is highly sensitive, so that patients are exposed to even less radiation than with conventional X-rays.
X-ray projections appear on computer monitors within a few seconds in full view so that both patients and our professional team can simultaneously view the results. The computer allows enlargement, highlighting, magnifying, inverting, clear viewing and contrasting of X-ray photos.
Intraoral Camera
Advances in modern video camera equipment have allowed dental manufacturers to develop very small video cameras for use in the dental office. With a camera about the size of a pen, we can film your mouth and present it as an image on a monitor that is magnified 10-40 times natural size.
This technology allows you to see exactly what we see, and is a tremendous aid in diagnosis and patient education. The intraoral camera allows us to see things that may not appear with a traditional X-ray and can help us detect minor problems before they become more significant. The camera is also very effective in helping you "see" how you are doing with home hygiene care, which often results in more effective brushing and flossing.
Zoom Whitening System
See dramatic results with our Zoom laser whitening system, in just about an hour! This technology compresses the time it takes to brighten and whiten teeth, leaving you looking your very best.
Advanced sterilization systems and protocols
Instruments are either disposed of or put through a rigorous sterilization process, which includes special cassettes, a high-tech pre-wash and disinfection with an advanced dental instrument washer and steam sterilization. Instruments stay in a sterile wrap until our patients are seated and ready for their treatment.
Private Business Center
We realize with your busy schedules every moment counts. Utilize our private business center adjacent to our reception area to make a private cell phone call, check email or simply check on the kids.
Refreshments
Enjoy a refreshing bottled water and an assortment of juices provided especially for our valued patients on their return to work or prior to their appointment.
Music with Headphones
Choose from our relaxing music selection that creates a soothing environment during your restorative appointments.
Television or DVD Movies
Keep updated on the news, stock market or entertainment during your visit with our in-operatory televisions. For our longer appointments, we also offer a variety of DVD selections for your enjoyment and comfort.
Warm Blankets and neck pillows
It's the simple attention to your comfort that our patients love. We have blankets for those who get chilly and neck and back pillows to ensure you are comfortable in your care.