High Technology Dentists in Minneapolis
Dentistry, like any other field has seen some dramatic changes thanks to modern technology. Dentists that have kept up-to-date with the latest trends in technology, have found that it gives them enormous advantages. You will be pleased to know that dentists in Minneapolis are among those that are adopting high technology in their practices. How can modern technology help a dentist in his or her practice?
Most people have heard of CAD (Computer Aided Design), it is software that was initially used by architects and engineers. As computer technology advanced, it became extremely important in designing fabrication processes. These days, everything from the watch on your wrist to the house that you live in is designed with CAD software. As computer power has advanced, the applications of CAD have increased. Now a dentist has to study CAD, just as architects have long had to. CEREC is a system that combines 3-D imaging with CAD and extremely precise computer modeling to fabricate dental crowns on demand. A dentist that can fabricate crowns using CEREC has an enormous advantage. Instead of taking several visits, a crown can now be designed, fabricated and fitted in a single sitting. At Wayzata Dental, right here in Minneapolis, our dentists have been making use of CEREC for some time.
Here at Wayzata Dental, we are very pleased to be able to offer CEREC services to our customers. CEREC is just one area where high technology is put to use by dentists in our practice. To learn more about CEREC or our high tech advantage, please come into our Minneapolis dental clinic.