Endodontics Ltd.

Precision Technology

Every procedure is performed under an operating microscope. This is similar to microscopes that are used in operating rooms under which major surgical procedures are performed. This equipment allows for the magnification of objects up to 32 times. Certainly teeth are small. Think about how small the area is on the inside of teeth. Now imagine the advantages of enlarging this tiny area 32 times before operating on it! This is amazing yet functional technology that has been implemented regularly in endodontics for years.

All radiographs are taken utilizing digital (computerized) imaging. This has allowed us to provide many wonderful things for our patients. We use this technology to reduce the patient exposure to radiation by up to 80%. We can produce images instantly. This allows us to save valuable time and shorten the amount of time necessary for the procedure. We display the radiographic images on a computer monitor, rather than on traditional dental film. This allows us to share more information with our patients. By doing this, we can provide appropriate patient education that will yield a diagnosis that our patients understand. Our patients are given the opportunity to see and understand the problem and we know that our patients are always more comfortable pursuing the treatment necessary to treat a problem that they understand. Lastly, by eliminating the need for film development, we use no chemicals associated with that process. This means that in our office, we do not use or dispose chemicals related to radiographic development, chemicals that are harmful to our environment.

Microscope

The operating microscope is similar to microscopes used in hospital operating rooms during major surgical procedures. This technology magnifies the tooth up to 32 times the tooth?s true size. This amazing, effective, technology allows us to be more thorough, precise, and gentle. (Insert Picture)

Digital Radiographs

Radiographs are taken utilizing digital imaging. This technology is used to reduce the patient exposure to radiation by up to 80%, increase accuracy, eliminate harmful chemicals, and reduce procedure time. Images are displayed on a computer monitor, rather than traditional dental film. By doing this, we can provide appropriate patient education that yields a diagnosis giving patients the opportunity to see and understand diagnosis. We understand that patients are more comfortable pursuing the treatment necessary when seeing etiology and understanding the diagnosis. These images are printed, archived, and sent to your dentist.

Apex Locators

We utilize advanced electronic root length measuring technology to ensure accurate measurement of each root canal. This is done by connecting an instrument to a device that corresponds to the tactile sensation of the instrument to the device?s meter, once the device is at the apex (end) of the root canal; the meter provides a signal to indicate the precise length of the root. The apex locator allows us to be efficient and accurate during each procedure.

3Di

Endodontics Ltd. is very pleased to be working exclusively with Palmetto Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. In more complex cases, two dimensional x-rays are not decisive; therefore, Palmetto Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery provides 3-D high definition facial imaging to evaluate and treat the case.
Palmetto Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery has 2 office locations:
1203 Two Island Court, Mt. Pleasant
198 Rutledge Ave. Suite 4, Charleston
Office phone: 843-849-5188

We are extremely pleased to be associated with Endodontics Ltd. When conventional two dimensional x-rays are not conclusive, we are able to provide a different perspective. Our three dimensional images are unmatched in the dental industry providing much more information than traditional x-rays. Thus, they enable a level of anatomical accuracy and patient care not possible with 2-D technology. We would love to show you what is possible to see through our imaging. -Dr. Courtney Shelbourne