Understanding Sedation Dentistry: Guide by Comprehensive Family Dental
At Comprehensive Family Dental, Drs. Rainey and Fritsche have long recognized that some patients may experience anxiety or fear when visiting the dentist. To ensure
Advanced Dental Technology
Dental Technology Can Do Amazing Things For Your Smile
We continue to invest in dental technologies that allow us to diagnose more thoroughly and to offer more comfortable and efficient dental treatment.
Health Focused Dentistry and Orthodontics
Once upon a time, people who needed complex dental procedures had to endure mouthfuls of goop to make impressions, dentists trying to see into the mouth with mirrors held at strange angles, and invasive treatments that took many appointments. Comprehensive Family Dental would love to show you just how much things have changed for the better!
3D Imaging
Highly detailed CBCT (cone beam computed tomography) imaging allows so much more clarity than we can see on other forms of dental digital x-rays. This improves diagnosing and treatment planning for a number of different dental procedures including implant placement, TMJ disorder treatment, orthodontic planning, root canal therapy, and more.
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Cerec Same-Day Crowns
CEREC same-day crowns are a revolutionary new way of restoring dentition in one day. Using advanced computer-aided design and manufacturing technology, a CEREC same-day crown is created from a quick digital scan of the patient’s teeth and then milled from a single block of porcelain.
CEREC technology allows us to custom-fabricate crowns, bridges, veneers, inlays, and onlays in just one appointment without ever leaving the office, eliminating the need for messy putty or temporary crowns. CEREC uses 3-D technology to create digital models for the restoration to be fabricated and customized.
Constructed of metal-free materials, CEREC restorations are created to the exact specifications for your individual need down to a color match with the rest of your smile.
Laser Dentistry
There are a number of different dental treatments where we can utilize laser therapy. Lasers are excellent at photobiomodulation which promote pain relief and reduce healing time for patients.
Some dental treatments that lasers can assist with:
Cold sore and ulcer treatments to reduce or eliminate outbreaks and for pain relief
TMJ pain and painful associated muscles to promote healing and pain relief Cold Laser TMJ therapy
Tied tissue releases (i.e. frenectomies)
Diagnodent laser cavity detection to detect early cavities difficult to see on x rays
Periodontal “gum” therapy (no cutting) used postprocedurally to kill bacteria deeper than the reach of current instrumentation to promote faster healing
Digital X-Rays
Digital x-rays are far more accurate than film x-rays once were. They have the ability to capture more detail, detecting minor issues earlier so treatment can be more proactive. They are safe, quick, convenient, and can be taken and viewed right from the dental chair, so patients can evaluate them right along with our doctors.
Air Abrasion Drill Less Cavity Preparation
Air abrasion drill less cavity preparation is a minimally invasive alternative to traditional dental drills. It works by using compressed air to spray fine particles of aluminum oxide onto the surface of the tooth in order to remove decayed material. Additionally, air abrasion can reduce noise levels compared to traditional drills, lessen patient fear, and minimize trauma to surrounding areas. The technique also eliminates the need for anesthetic since there is no vibration or heat associated with it.
Intraoral Camera
Intraoral cameras allow easy doctor-patient communication to assess and diagnose dental issues. Images are quickly and comfortably taken inside the mouth which allows the patient to have a clear view of the condition of their mouth. Once the images are taken, they are moved to a computer screen in front of the patient to view. This allows each patient or patient’s parents to have an increased understanding of what treatments plans we recommend all while sitting in the dental chair.
Flexible Financing Available
Our third-party financing partner, CareCredit® makes getting the care you need stress-free. CareCredit is one of the leading healthcare credit cards accepted by over 175,000 providers nationwide. Pay upfront for necessary procedures and make affordable monthly payments that work with your budget. CareCredit financing is flexible and convenient, and the application process is simple.
Our Dentists
Tim Rainey II
DDS, FAGD, DABDSM
Dr. Tim Rainey is a second-generation Texas dentist. He received his dental education at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio following undergraduate studies at the University of Texas Austin. Dr. Rainey went on to complete 500+ hours of continuing education (CE) credits to earn his FAGD (Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry) and continues to complete 80 additional CE hours each year. He’s passionate about providing exceptional patient care every day.
Donnese Fritsche
DDS
Dr. Fritsche received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, where she received a Clinical Excellence Award. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at Texas A & M. Dr. Fritsche and Dr. Rainey created Comprehensive Family Dental with their shared vision and philosophy to provide health-focused dentistry that helps each patient develop a beautiful smile.
FAQs
What are the benefits of 3D CBCT imaging compared to regular X-rays?
Highly detailed CBCT (cone beam computed tomography) imaging provides much more clarity than standard digital X-rays. This advanced 3D visualization improves our ability to accurately diagnose and plan treatments for complex procedures like implant placement, TMJ disorder treatment, root canals, and orthodontics.
How do CEREC same-day crowns work?
CEREC technology uses advanced computer-aided design and 3D modeling to custom-fabricate your restoration in just one appointment. We take a quick digital scan of your teeth—eliminating the need for messy putty impressions, and then mill your permanent, color-matched porcelain crown right in our office while you wait.
What is drill-less cavity preparation?
We use air abrasion technology as a minimally invasive alternative to traditional dental drills. It works by spraying fine particles of aluminum oxide with compressed air to gently remove decayed material. Because there is no heat or vibration, it reduces noise and often eliminates the need for any anesthetic.
What procedures can laser dentistry be used for?
We utilize lasers for a variety of treatments to promote pain relief and faster healing. This includes cold laser therapy for TMJ and painful muscles, treating cold sores and ulcers, performing “no cutting” periodontal gum therapy to kill deep bacteria, detecting early cavities, and performing tissue releases like frenectomies.
Why do you use intraoral cameras during exams?
Intraoral cameras allow us to quickly and comfortably capture high-resolution images inside your mouth and display them on a computer screen right in front of you. This gives you a clear, real-time view of your oral health conditions, making it much easier to understand our findings and the treatment plans we recommend.
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