Our Technology

iCat Flex 3D Panoramic X-Rays

Utilizing the advanced iCat Flex 3D X-rays, our dental practice can thoroughly understand and diagnose oral health by capturing comprehensive images of the entire mouth and surrounding structures. This technology ensures accurate detection and a detailed overview of any dental issues for precise care.

Using 2D and 3D X-rays, our oral health professionals can:

• Assess the need for orthodontics and evaluate the progress of treatment
• Diagnose impacted wisdom teeth and other impacted teeth
• Analyze the development of periodontal disease
• Evaluate the TMJ (jaw joint) and diagnose a TMJ disorder
• Detect oral cancer
• Plan dental implant placement
• Diagnose cavities (tooth decay) and other dental problems
• Evaluate the extent of dental or facial trauma
• Detect abscesses, cysts, and tumors

Low Radiation Digital X-Rays

Ward Family Dental, PC employs digital X-rays for detailed examination of teeth and supporting structures, aiding in the diagnosis of issues like tooth decay and planning effective treatments. This advanced diagnostic method enhances patient care by offering quicker, more comfortable procedures compared to traditional X-rays. Utilizing a digital sensor significantly reduces radiation exposure and eliminates the need for chemical development. The immediate availability of high-quality images allows for efficient and precise diagnoses and is instrumental in planning various dental treatments, including oral surgery, root canal treatment, dental implants, and orthodontics.

Digital radiography can identify and diagnose dental problems, such as:

• Decay in between teeth
• Developmental abnormalities
• Improper tooth root positioning
• Cysts and abscesses
• Fractures in existing fillings
• Tumors
• Infection in the tooth nerves
• Bone loss

Intraoral Cameras

For Patient & Insurance Communication

Our practice utilizes an intraoral camera, a pen-shaped tool that captures high-quality color images of your teeth, gums, and hard-to-see areas in your mouth. This advanced technology enables our dentists to closely examine your oral health, accurately diagnose conditions like tooth decay, periodontal disease, and tooth damage, and monitor treatment progress. The clear, detailed images not only assist our dental team in providing precise care but also enhance your understanding of your oral health status. Additionally, these images can be shared with specialists or submitted to dental insurance companies, facilitating comprehensive dental care.

Planmecca Same Day Crowns (Caps)

Ward Family Dental, PC leverages advanced Planmecca technology to efficiently craft high-quality crowns and other dental restorations in a single appointment. This state-of-the-art method enables us to deliver customized, durable restorations quickly, allowing patients to leave with a restored smile in just one visit. Our commitment to the latest dental technologies and techniques ensures you receive the best care available. Computer assisted design/ computer assisted milling (CAD/CAM) technology not only saves time by eliminating the need for a second appointment and uncomfortable temporary solutions but also utilizes precise scanning technology to avoid messy impressions. Your restorations, matched to your tooth color, look natural and are long-lasting. 

With Planmecca CAD/CAM technology, we can create the following types of dental restorations in just one visit:

• Dental crowns
• Dental bridges
• Dental veneers
• Dental inlays and onlays

PerioLase & Diode Lasers

At our dental practice, Dr. David L. Ward and Dr. Alan Brunelli utilize an advanced Diode laser for various treatments, particularly in trimming and contouring soft tissue. This technology enhances patient comfort, hygiene, and effectiveness of procedures. Laser dentistry allows for quicker, more comfortable dental treatments with numerous benefits, including reduced need for anesthetic, shorter treatment and healing times, minimized risk of infection, less bleeding, and high precision that preserves healthy surrounding tissues. Continually updating our knowledge and tools, we aim to provide a superior dental experience, emphasizing the comfort and efficiency of laser dental treatments.

Lasers can be used for a number of dental treatments. During your visit, our dentist may recommend laser dentistry to:

• Treat periodontal disease by removing bacteria and infected tissue
• Cure (harden) a dental filling
• Treat cold sores and canker sores
• Recontour the gumline

Computer-Assisted Periodontal Charting

Dr. David L. Ward, Dr. Alan Brunelli, and our hygienists utilize computer-assisted periodontal charting to quickly and accurately acquire detailed information about the status of your gums and mouth. Our office uses digital, AI assisted periodontal charting to graphically show our patients the condition of their mouth, the status of their periodontal disease, and any areas of concern.

By using our technology we can help our patients better understand the condition of their mouths. The highly detailed charting system of this technology pinpoints areas of concern, including pocket depth and bleeding sites, so that our patients can be fully aware of their oral health status and understand the treatment options available to them.

Automatic BP Monitoring & Pulse Oximetry

Ward Family Dental, PC uses advanced technology to monitor your blood pressure, pulse rate, and blood-dissolved oxygen content during your treatment. This technology is most frequently used for patients who receive sedation dentistry, and it allows us to monitor your vital signs and ensure you are safe during your sedation procedure.

Quiet Electric Handpieces

At our office, Dr. David L. Ward and Dr. Alan Brunelli utilize electric handpieces to enhance dental treatments, offering greater control, precision, and comfort. These handpieces are quieter compared to traditional air-driven alternatives, helping alleviate patient anxiety during procedures. Dedicated to providing a positive experience, our technology, including electric handpieces, ensures efficient, effective care. For more information about the benefits of electric handpieces and a more enjoyable dental visit, please contact us.