Intra-Oral Camera Makes You a Part of
the Team
Dr.
Bielawski believes you should be part of every decision made
about your dental care, which means you need to be fully
informed. With the use of an intra-oral camera, you can see
exactly what work is needed and which teeth are doing okay.
This high-tech miniature video camera zooms in for a
close-up and detailed picture of your teeth from the
interior of your mouth. It lets you be a full participant in
the decision-making process for the right results.
Lifetime Family Dentistry
Elena Bielawski, DDS, FICOI, FMIII
66 Maple Avenue
Collinsville, CT 06019
(860) 605-2075
LifetimeFamilyDentistryCT.com
To See or Not to See –
Why Microscope-Enhanced
Dentistry is at the core of our practice.
From the very beginning, Dr. Bielawski’s practice has focused on
three key philosophies: prevention, early diagnosis, and minimally
invasive intervention whenever possible. To achieve her goals, she
has always relied upon the best technology available, whether
delivering all-porcelain restorations to patients, using a laser in
diagnosing tooth decay early, or removing soft tissue lesions. But
she says the most important tool in her technological arsenal, by
far, is the dental operating microscope. Less than 1% of all
dentists are currently utilizing surgical microscopes in their
offices.
“I consider it to be the most valuable piece of technology. This
equipment has truly transformed the way I practice dentistry in ways
I never imagined. The microscope gives me increased precision and a
higher level of confidence.
- A tiny spot of decay is caught early before it becomes a
full-fledged cavity.
- All decay is removed during treatment.
- I am able to see a tiny crevice before it becomes a full crack.
- Microscopic precision means beautiful
cosmetic results
All of these enable me to provide a much higher standard of care.
When I use a laser, the microscope is very helpful in better
observing laser-tissue interactions. Most importantly, however, the
microscope enables me to better diagnose problems early, while they
are small, and effectively communicate these problems to patients.
Small problems are often much easier, far less invasive to treat,
and less costly to the patient then their larger counterparts.”
Dr. Bielawski has far greater magnification than dentists who only
use dental loupes (magnification glasses) or who don’t use any
magnification at all. These loupes provide limited levels of
magnification compared to microscope-enhanced dentistry, which uses
a surgical microscope similar to those used by medical specialists
or surgeons. This significantly enhanced magnification level
translates into higher quality care for our patients. We can see
teeth and gums at different levels of magnification from 2 to 18
times normal size by just turning the knob. Without the microscope,
it's easy to miss small problems. These can then turn into far
bigger problems that require extensive, costly treatment. Small
problems are often much easier to address, require less invasive
care, and are far less costly to the patient. More healthy tooth
structure can be preserved, and tooth strength is significantly
increased. Even better? Patients benefit from less postoperative
discomfort, faster healing, and better results.
Lifetime Family Dentistry
Elena Bielawski, DDS, FICOI, FMIII
66 Maple Avenue
Collinsville, CT 06019
(860) 605-2075
LifetimeFamilyDentistryCT.com
Intra-Oral Camera Makes You a Part of
the Team
