Dental Technology

DentalVibe is a device that helps make your dental treatments in our office more comfortable. If you are afraid of needles, then this is the advanced technology for you. Through gentle vibrations, it blocks pain signals from reaching the brain which prevents you from feeling the sting of the needle. The result is less anxiety and a more comfortable patient experience.

Our iTero digital scanner is an advanced technology that eliminates the need for goopy impressions of the past. Instead, it uses digital scanning technology to take 3D pictures of your mouth, including the teeth and gums. These digital impressions are then used to create crowns, bridges and even Invisalign® clear aligners that custom fit your smile.

Intraoral cameras allow our team to take live video of your mouth with just a pen-sized camera. You’ll be able to see this live image on the computer in our treatment room, and we will be able to see decay, broken fillings and other problems more easily. With this ability to so closely examine the mouth, we are able to diagnose and treat problems early on, leading to better patient outcomes and healthier smiles.

Your dental implant is designed to look, feel and function just as your natural teeth. Placing your implant with advanced technology promises a customized process from start to finish. Our dentists use 3D dental implant imaging and planning software to ensure the precise fit, placement and ultimately the long-term success of your implant.

When it comes to rebuilding your beautiful new smile with dental implants, precision is incredibly important. At The Center for Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry in Chesapeake, Virginia, you are in the best hands. Our dentists use advanced technology such as NobelGuide® tools to help plan and guide implant surgery. This advanced technology helps with accuracy and predictability and exact prosthetic placement in order to help your implant last for many years to come.

Preventative dental treatments are one of the best ways to prevent serious conditions that can be harmful for your overall health. At The Center for Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry, we use The OralCDx® device to sample a small amount of cells to test for cancer. If those cells are pre-canceious, then we will remove them. 

When it comes to cancer, catching it early is vital. Through the use of a special blue light, the VELscope helps Dr. Cawley and Dr. Brown spot pre-cancerous cells. This leads to timely and often more effective treatment, letting you get back to life worry-free.

The Cavitron is a more comfortable alternative to periodontal therapy with traditional hand-cleaning instruments. This modern tool has a smooth tip that uses tiny sound vibrations to painlessly remove tartar from both above and below the gum line. It uses high frequency ultrasonic waves to gently clean the teeth, oftentimes without anesthesia.

We use oral DNA testing to stop oral cancer before it even has the chance to start. This highly advanced technology system analyzes the bacteria in your mouth to determine your genetic predisposition for oral cancer. This incredibly valuable information helps Dr. Cawley and Dr. Brown make informed decisions about your oral care, including creating customized treatment plans to target gum disease before it can worsen.