Dental Technology: What Helps, What Doesn't & What's Not Ready

Newer does not automatically mean better. Dental technology can dramatically improve diagnosis, treatment, safety, comfort, and communication—but only when it actually helps the patient. In Season 2, Episode 14 of NTK – Need to Know, Dr. Kevin McCurry looks at dental technology through three simple categories: YES, MAYBE, and NO. He discusses proven tools such as magnification, intraoral photography, digital scanning, CAD/CAM dentistry, digital radiographs, 3D CBCT imaging, lasers, ultrasonics, sterilization, T-Scan bite analysis, BioPAK diagnostics, and modern dental materials. He also explains why some newer technologies still need time, evidence, or better materials—and why technology should never replace skill, judgment, experience, or responsibility. The goal is not to own the newest gadget. The goal is to use proven technology to provide better care. WATCH THE PREVIOUS EPISODE NTK S1E10 Why Teeth Can’t Heal Themselves / The Truth About Cavities & Cracks    • Why Teeth Can’t Heal Themselves | The Trut...   LEARN MORE Whitney Plaza Dental Sheridan, Wyoming WhitneyPlazaDental.org DISCLAIMER This video is intended for general educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dental or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Every patient and clinical situation is different. The views expressed reflect Dr. McCurry’s professional opinions and clinical experience. Always consult with your dentist, physician, or other qualified healthcare professional regarding questions about your individual health or treatment. COPYRIGHT © 2026 Whitney Plaza Dental. All rights reserved. All original video, photos, audio, graphics, thumbnails, narration, and written content are the property of Whitney Plaza Dental unless otherwise noted. We appreciate shares of the original YouTube link. Please do not copy, repost, extract, reuse, or distribute images, video clips, audio, or other original content without written permission. HASHTAGS #NTK #NeedToKnow #WhitneyPlazaDental #DentalTechnology #DentalEducation #DigitalDentistry #CBCT #CEREC #IntraoralCamera #DentalLaser #TScan #BioPAK #CADCAM #DentalHealth