Using cutting edge technology is central to Richard’s practice philosophy. All new treatment options that become available are evaluated for their possible benefits and are incorporated into our practice if they provide real benefit to the patient.

In the last five years operating microscopes have become available for use in dentistry. These have already proved invaluable in microsurgery and most people are aware of the ability to reattach limbs and fingers in the medical area. The ophthalmic microscope has been adapted for dental use, and all endodontic specialists use one routinely. Richard is one of the few general dentists using a microscope routinely in their practices.

The merits of using a microscope in general dentistry are the range of magnifications that are possible enabling the dentist to locate trouble areas before they are apparent to the naked eye: the camera incorporated in the microscope allowing the patient to see on a television screen areas requiring treatment. Furthermore the images can be saved as part of the patient’s permanent dental records. The working position with the microscope is more comfortable for the dentist, which relates to less fatigue, a reduction in back problems and less stress, which must be a good thing for all concerned.

Once in our practice you will realize that we are fastidious in maintaining the highest possible level of cleanliness and infection control. To this end we have a B class autoclave, which has pre and post vacuum cycles to ensure sterilization of hollow instruments, common in dental practice today. Sterilized instruments are tracked and much of what we use is disposable for your protection.