Technology

At Mountain Vista Dental, Dr. Carlson uses state-of-the-art digital imaging technology to provide comprehensive diagnostic capabilities with minimal radiation exposure. Our practice features advanced intraoral scanners that eliminate uncomfortable impressions while delivering superior accuracy for restorations.

The integration of 3-D cone-beam computed tomography enables precise treatment planning for complex procedures. These technological investments reflect our commitment to delivering optimal clinical outcomes through evidence-based dentistry while ensuring patient comfort remains paramount throughout treatment.

We use advanced 3-D imaging technology called CBCT to get a complete picture of your teeth, jaw, and surrounding structures. Think of it like a detailed 3-D map of your mouth that shows us things regular x-rays can't see.

Our CBCT scanner uses much less radiation than traditional CT scans while providing incredibly clear images. Unlike flat x-rays, it creates a three-dimensional view so we can examine your mouth from every angle and see your bones, nerves, and any problem areas.

This detailed imaging enables us to plan treatments such as dental implants, root canals, and oral surgery with greater safety and precision, ultimately leading to better results for you.

At Mountain Vista Dental, we use panoramic x-rays to give Dr. Carlson a complete view of your entire mouth and jaw area in one picture. This special technology captures a wide, sweeping image that shows both your upper and lower teeth simultaneously, enabling us to identify issues such as wisdom teeth that have yet to erupt, jaw problems, or bone abnormalities.

Our digital panoramic system produces clearer images while using significantly less radiation than older x-ray technology. This means we can quickly see what's happening with your oral health while keeping you as safe as possible during your visit.

At Mountain Vista Dental, Dr. Carlson uses CEREC technology to create beautiful crowns, fillings, and other restorations in just one visit. Instead of messy impressions with goopy material, we use a small digital camera to take detailed pictures of your tooth.

Our computer then designs your custom restoration, and our in-office milling machine crafts it from high-quality ceramic that matches your natural teeth perfectly. This means you don't have to wear a temporary crown, no second appointments, and no waiting weeks for your restoration to come back from a lab.

You'll leave our Colorado Springs dental office with your permanent restoration completed the same day, saving you time while giving you excellent, long-lasting results.

We offer nitrous oxide (also called laughing gas) at Mountain Vista Dental to help you feel relaxed during your dental treatment. Dr. Carlson can adjust the gentle mixture of gases you breathe through a small, comfortable mask over your nose.

This safe sedation helps ease dental anxiety or fear, and you'll be able to respond normally. We can customize the amount based on how you're feeling, and the best part is that it works quickly and wears off completely within minutes after your treatment is finished.

You'll be able to drive yourself home and return to your normal activities right away, making it perfect for our Colorado Springs patients who want a stress-free dental experience.

At Mountain Vista Dental, we use secure digital records to keep all your dental information safe and organized. Dr. Carlson can instantly access your treatment history, x-rays, and health details through our protected computer system that meets all privacy requirements.

Our digital charting lets us track your dental health with detailed notes and pictures, making it easy to show you exactly what's happening with your teeth and gums. We can quickly share information with specialists or your insurance company when needed, and everything is stored safely online.

Going paperless also helps protect the environment while making your visits more efficient. This system reflects our Colorado Springs dental practice's dedication to keeping your information secure and providing you with the best possible care.

We use VELscope technology to help detect oral cancer and other problems early. This special light device helps us see changes in your mouth tissues that we might miss during a regular visual exam.

The VELscope shines a safe blue light in your mouth that makes healthy tissue glow differently than abnormal tissue. This helps us identify potential problems, such as precancerous areas, before they become serious. The screening is quick, painless, and requires no special preparation.

By using this advanced screening tool during your regular checkups, we can catch problems early when they're most treatable. This reflects our Colorado Springs practice's commitment to protecting your health through the latest technology and giving you the best chance for successful treatment.

At Mountain Vista Dental, we use special intraoral cameras to take clear, close-up pictures of your teeth and gums. Dr. Carlson can show you exactly what's happening in your mouth on a screen right next to your chair, making it easy to see small cracks, early cavities, or how well your fillings are holding up.

These tiny cameras can zoom in to show details that are hard to see with the naked eye, helping us catch problems early when they're easier and less expensive to treat. Seeing the pictures yourself helps you understand your dental health and make informed decisions about your treatment.

Dr. Carlson uses digital scanning technology to create precise 3-D models of your teeth, eliminating the need for messy impression paste. This advanced scanner takes thousands of detailed pictures of your mouth in just minutes, creating an incredibly accurate digital copy of your teeth.

No more gagging on goopy materials or waiting for impressions to set—the scanner is comfortable and fast. These precise digital models help us design crowns, bridges, and other restorations that fit perfectly, and we can even show you exactly how your new restoration will look before we make it.