Stop Cavities With SOPROLIFE!

Stop Cavities With SOPROLIFE!

Cavities are caused by the bacteria that live in your mouth. Over time, these bacteria secrete acids that break down your tooth enamel, causing cavities to form. SOPROLIFE is an advanced dental diagnostic tool that allows your Tucson dentist to identify and treat tooth decay in its earliest stages for the greatest health benefits.
What Is SOPROLIFE?
SOPROLIFE is a diagnostic tool that your dentist uses to identify tiny areas of tooth decay during an exam. The instrument works by illuminating each tooth and the junctures between your teeth with a special light. Using computer software, SOPROLIFE measures the amount of light transmitted through your tooth enamel to identify areas where the transmittance is not the same. Changes in light transmittance signal the presence of tooth decay, even when it is in its earliest stages. Your dentist can also use SOPROLIFE during the treatment process to ensure he has removed all affected tissue before he begins filling your cavity to restore the cosmetic appearance of your smile.
What Are the Benefits of SOPROLIFE?
SOPROLIFE provides your dentist with a valuable tool that gives extensive information about your dental health. Tiny areas of tooth decay, particularly those that occur between adjacent teeth, could be missed in X-rays or during a visual examination. SOPROLIFE is a completely safe way for your dentist to thoroughly examine every surface of each tooth. Because it can identify tooth decay in its earliest stages, the use of SOPROLIFE also minimizes the amount of healthy tooth enamel that must be removed to treat a cavity. Cavities that are missed early on will grow in size over time, requiring that additional tooth material be removed during treatment. Additionally, the use of SOPROLIFE during a cavity filling procedure ensures that no infected tissue is left behind to cause problems in the future.
Dr. John Carson, DDS, is pleased to offer SOPROLIFE in addition to other state-of-the-art dental technology. If you’d like to schedule your appointment for preventive, restorative, or cosmetic dentistry in Tucson, please call (520) 514-7203 or visit us on the web.