Precision Examination and Diagnosis Table of Contents
What is a Microscope?
Examining the mouth in an environment where errors are unlikely to occur
Carefully examine each tooth
What can only be seen with X-rays
Flow of examination and diagnosis at our hospital
Treatment period and frequency
cost
Risks and Side Effects
The value of "visualization" with a microscope
What is a microscope?
A microscope is a medical device used in surgery that can magnify the area to be treated by up to 20 times. By making visible areas that could not be seen with the naked eye, it has become possible to achieve more precise treatment than was previously possible with blind treatment.
Patients cannot see what treatment is being performed during the procedure, but using a microscope we can take photos and videos during the procedure and show them to you after treatment.
The gaps between the teeth and gums can also be clearly seen using a microscope, allowing us to check for bleeding points, plaque, and tartar buildup.
◆ Examining the inside of the mouth in an environment where errors are unlikely to occur
For insurance treatment, in accordance with the rules set by the health insurance, treatment plans are drawn up by conducting periodontal tissue examinations and image diagnosis using X-rays. Periodontal tissue examinations also include pocket examinations, but as they are basically performed with the naked eye, there is a high possibility of errors occurring due to the surgeon's technique.
The detailed examination and diagnosis at our clinic aims to check for diseases affecting the entire jaw, so we use a microscope to examine the condition of each tooth and periodontal tissue.
Based on the results of these tests, we will propose a treatment plan tailored to your condition. Different conditions require different treatment methods, so by improving the quality of our examinations and diagnoses, we can more easily find previously unknown causes.
Carefully examine each tooth
In dental treatment, we tend to focus only on the areas that are painful or seem to have problems, but it is necessary to examine the entire mouth broadly and deeply.
By examining your teeth under a microscope, we will carefully check the degree of contact between the teeth (bite) and whether the teeth are broken or fractured.
Even things that cannot be noticed with the naked eye can be magnified with a microscope and checked from various angles to see if there are any problems.
Of course, we will not only check for problems, but also check whether your teeth and gums are in a "healthy" state.
It is immediately clear that a healthy mouth viewed through a microscope is completely different from the inside of a mouth affected by cavities or periodontal disease.
You can see not only the problems, but also how the patient is improving through treatment.
Parts that can only be seen with X-rays
Using a microscope, we can see your teeth and gums in much more detail than the naked eye can, but the only thing we can't see is the inside of your teeth.
In particular, with interdental caries that occurs between teeth, the entrance of the cavity is often invisible even with a microscope.
That's where X-rays come in to make the diagnosis even more accurate.
In insurance-covered medical treatment, panoramic X-ray images are generally used to identify problems, but with panoramic X-rays, there are areas where teeth overlap, and image artifacts can make it difficult to see even cavities.
Conversely, artifacts may appear as translucent images, making it appear as if there is tooth decay or apical lesions.
To avoid diagnostic errors, a detailed diagnostic examination involves taking x-rays that are angled to take small dental photographs that more clearly show adjacent caries, minimizing overlap between teeth.
Because we take a large number of X-rays, some people may be concerned about radiation exposure, but our X-ray equipment is set to a minimum to minimize the amount of radiation exposure and we have taken measures to minimize the effects of radiation as much as possible.
We will make a comprehensive diagnosis based on an X-ray examination and a comprehensive examination of your mouth to determine the condition of your mouth.
Treatment period and frequency
Cost (The cost varies depending on the symptoms and condition.)
List of associated treatment fees (if separate tests are performed in addition to the detailed examination and diagnosis above)
Risks and Side Effects
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If your gums are severely inflamed, you may feel mild pain or discomfort during a detailed periodontal examination.
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Since multiple X-rays will be taken, there is a risk of exposure to radiation, but the examination will be carried out using methods that minimize the amount of radiation and reduce this risk.