Cavity Detection Technology
DEXIS CariVU
Our new diagnostic tool, the DEXIS CariVu, lets us spot tooth decay earlier – without X-rays! CariVu is an amazing new diagnostic tool that lets us see into your teeth like never before to find cavities and cracks. The device uses safe, near-infrared transillumination technology and zero ionizing radiation.
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Easy and Painless
Flexible arms gently hug your tooth and bathe it in light. This gives the tooth a translucent appearance that allows us to see into it. A built-in camera captures video and pictures.
Early Detection
CariVu has been show to reveal cavities earlier than X-ray and is 99% accurate in finding decay between teeth. It also reveals cracks.
Zero Radiation
This exam is good for all patients and is especially beneficial for kids, pregnant women, and others who want are X-ray adverse. Since it uses no ionizing radiation, it can be used as often as needed.
Visualization
The pictures can be screen-shared with you at a large size. This visualization can help provide insight into your condition and provide you with a better understanding of the recommended treatment plan.
Ongoing Record
We keep an image history of your teeth so we can compare images from visit-to-visit and monitor changes over time.