Advanced Technology

Intra-Oral Camera: Gillespie Dentistry knows that a picture is worth a thousand words – especially in dentistry! Dr. Gillespie uses small cameras right inside your mouth to take highly magnified digital photos of your teeth. These photos can be displayed on a computer screen for both patient and doctor, and are invaluable in diagnosing and recording dental problems. Intra-oral photos also enables patients to view what the dentist sees when their teeth are being evaluated by the dentist.

Digital X-rays: Digital radiography is the latest way to take and evaluate x-rays. With digital x-rays, less radiation is needed to produce high-quality images. These images can then be evaluated by Dr. Gillespie on a large flat-screen monitor. This allows for easier detection of any problems. With such a large image, it is also easier for patients to see and understand what is happening with their teeth.

Single visit ceramic restorations: Using a new computer aided machine called CEREC, we are now able to make ceramic fillings and crowns while you wait. This technique eliminates the need for messy impressions and temporary crowns. It can also make fillings that last much longer than conventional ones, and they look beautiful!

Computerized Cosmetic Imaging: Have you ever wondered what you would look like with a more beautiful smile? At Gillespie Dentistry, we have software tool that allows you to see and review the benefits of cosmetic treatments – before they are done. This innovative software allows us to take a digital photo of you and illustrate the various ways we can improve your teeth and enhance your smile. You’ll have a window into the new you! This wonderfully interactive method helps you envision your beautiful new smile.

Laser Cavity Detector - Diagnodent:  The Diagnodent® is an FDA-approved diagnostic laser that is used primarily to locate decay below the chewing surfaces of back teeth in deep grooves and pits. These areas can have decay that is virtually impossible to detect with routine dental instruments. The Diagnodent®’s laser will detect decay-producing bacteria and give a digital readout to guide the dentist to take the appropriate action: no treatment, eed for anesthetic. At Gillespie Dentistry, we use a specialized laser to detect cavities in the pits and grooves of teeth long before they could be found with traditional techniques. With this state-of-the-art instrument, called DIAGNODENT, we are able to keep teeth healthy and natural with early intervention.

Patient Education Software (CAESY): At Gillespie Dentistry, we want our patients to be informed about all aspects of their dental care. This patient education helps ease anxiety and helps prevent future problems from occurring. We have computer flat screens at each exam chair where we present easy-to-understand video explanations on a variety of topics related to your dental care.