Digital Patient Education

in Melbourne, FL

In regard to your oral health, what you know and don't know can really make the difference when it comes to seeking treatment. Thanks to the innovative GURU patient education system that Dr. Sangiv Patel employs at his dental practice, his Melbourne, FL patients are provided with information about everything from proper routine oral care to information about their individual concerns. This intuitive technology at Sangiv I. Patel, D.D.S., PA has been instrumental in teaching patients about oral care and their unique dental conditions. If you would like to learn more about GURU or how patient education can improve your oral health, contact our facility.

Anybody and everybody can benefit from dental education. Because you will most likely only be going to the dentist twice every year, it is important that you are able to notice when something is wrong with your mouth, teeth, or gums. The more you know about your teeth, the better equipped you will be to notice any sudden abnormalities. Every dental concern is more easily treated when caught early. Making sure to stay aware of the goings-on in your own mouth can make an early-onset diagnosis that much more possible.

Whether you're waiting in our lobby or relaxing in our office's reception area, you will be able to watch the videos displayed on a large TV screen provided by GURU, our patient education software. GURU will give you information about a variety of dental topics, and all of the information you are given will be easy to follow. If you have any questions about anything that you see before your consultation, please ask Dr. Patel or a member of your team so we can address your concern and answer any questions you may have.

Thanks to Dr. Patel's GURU system and the intraoral imaging provided at his practice, Dr. Patel's patients are provided with a wide scope of information regarding oral health. If you begin to notice something abnormal happening within your mouth, contact Dr. Patel's office so an assessment can be done. You should also continue to schedule your annual dental examinations and bi-annual cleanings to maintain good oral health.

The ability to supply our patients with the tools they need to take care of their teeth outside of our office is invaluable. Therefore, all education that our patients receive while in our care is not subject to a price or insurance coverage.

When selecting a dentist, it is important to consider one who goes out of his way to provide his patients with a variety of information through an assortment of mediums. At Sangiv I. Patel, D.D.S., PA, patients are offered education by our esteemed team and our instructive and easy-to-understand GURU system. If you would like to expand your dental knowledge, schedule an appointment with Dr. Sangiv Patel at his Melbourne, FL private practice to see how he can help you be more informed when it comes to your oral health.

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Procedure Details

The patient presented for an emergency appointment to address pain. The tooth previously had a root canal completed, so there should not have been a feeling of pain in the actual tooth. A digital x-ray was taken and showed a PARL (Periapical Radiolucency, a change indicating bacteria and infection at the tip of the tooth root.) A periodontal (gum) and endodontic abscess was diagnosed as well as minimal bone loss. An incision and drainage along with antibiotics were recommended as treatment. Using the Waterlase laser, Dr. Patel accessed the infection, cleaned out the bacteria and diseased tissue below the gum line and around the bone. We continued to monitor the patient at follow up appointments. Another digital x-ray, shown here, was taken 15 months later and bone regeneration was noted. She was able to continue with her routine care in our office.

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During your initial visit, we will review your medical and dental history, as well as gather any medical clearances if necessary. You will be able to discuss what motivates you to seek dental care and any emotional concerns or fears you may have. We will collect diagnostic information including but not limited to x-rays and intraoral photos. Dr. Patel will perform an oral cancer screening, examine your gum tissue and evaluate the condition of your jaw joints and bite. We will chart any prior or existing decay and review oral hygiene instructions with you. Once all of the diagnostic information has been gathered, you will be scheduled back for a full treatment plan consultation with Dr. Patel.

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