Technology

At The Paddington Dental Surgery, we’re proud to be recognised as one of Sydney’s leading dental clinics — setting the benchmark for precision, safety, and patient comfort. For over 20 years, Dr Duncan Copp and our award-winning team have combined world-class expertise with the most advanced technology available anywhere in dentistry. From 3D imaging and guided implant surgery to painless laser treatments, digital smile design, and home sleep monitoring, every innovation we invest in is chosen with one goal: to deliver dentistry that is gentler, more accurate, and longer lasting. It’s this dedication to excellence that makes us the trusted choice for patients across Sydney who expect nothing less than the very best.

High-Tech Equipment at The Paddington Dental Surgery

Diagnostic & Imaging

• Cone Beam CT (CBCT) Scanner – Produces 3D scans of your teeth, jawbone, and airways, allowing us to plan implants, orthodontics, and surgery with pinpoint accuracy.
• Digital X-rays – Provide instant, clear images with significantly less radiation than traditional films, making them safer and more efficient.
• Intraoral Scanners – Replace messy impressions with a comfortable digital scan, creating highly accurate 3D models for crowns, aligners, and smile design.
• Intraoral Cameras – Tiny cameras that let you see what we see, helping you understand your dental health and treatment options in real time.
• Digital SLR Photography System – Professional photography documents your treatment journey and integrates seamlessly with our lab for perfect shade and shape matching.
• VELscope Oral Cancer Detection – Uses special light to highlight abnormal tissue changes, helping us identify oral cancer early when it’s most treatable.
• Laser Caries Detection – Detects decay at its earliest stage without radiation, so we can treat cavities before they grow.
• Intraoral Fluorescence Cameras – Reveal cracks and hidden decay invisible to the naked eye, ensuring nothing goes unnoticed.

Occlusion & Function

• Tekscan Digital Bite Analysis – Measures bite pressure and balance digitally, allowing us to make precise adjustments that protect against tooth wear, sensitivity, and TMJ issues.

Restorative & Cosmetic

• Dental Lasers (Er:YAG, Diode, CO₂) – Provide drill-free treatment for cavities, gum reshaping, and periodontal therapy with minimal discomfort, faster healing.
• KaVo RONDOflex Air Abrasion – A drill-free, gentle system that uses air and powder to remove small decay or stains without vibration, noise, or anaesthetic.
• Calset Composite Heating System – Heats resin materials to improve their flow and adaptation, creating longer-lasting and better-fitting fillings and restorations.
• VITA Easyshade – Digital shade matching ensures your new crowns and veneers perfectly blend with your natural teeth, avoiding guesswork.
• Piezo Surgery Units – Use ultrasonic vibrations for precise bone surgery and implant procedures, minimising trauma and improving healing times.
• Guided Implant Surgery Systems – Combine 3D planning with surgical guides to place implants in the safest, most accurate position possible.
• Zoom! In-Chair Whitening – A proven, professional whitening system that brightens your smile by several shades in just one comfortable appointment.

Preventive & Hygiene

• EMS AirFlow^® Powder Polishing – A gentle but powerful cleaning system that uses air, water, and fine powders to remove plaque, biofilm, and stains, leaving teeth smooth and refreshed.
• Ultrasonic Scalers with Adjustable Frequency – Provide effective cleaning while adjusting to your comfort level, making hygiene visits more pleasant even for sensitive teeth.

Safety & Sterilisation

• Sedation Monitoring Systems – Continuously track oxygen, blood pressure, heart rate, and breathing during sedation procedures, ensuring absolute safety at all times.
• State-of-the-Art Autoclaves – Hospital-grade sterilisation with digital cycle tracking, giving you confidence that every instrument is sterile and safe.

Sleep & Airway Health

• Home Sleep Monitoring Devices – Comfortable, take-home tests that measure oxygen, breathing, snoring, and sleep quality to help diagnose sleep apnoea and airway issues in collaboration with sleep specialists.

Patient Comfort & Experience

• Digital Smile Design Software – Allows you to preview your new smile before treatment begins, giving confidence and peace of mind.
• Ceiling TVs, Noise-Cancelling Headphones & Relaxation Options – Help create a calming environment, especially for anxious patients.
• Nitrous Oxide Sedation (“Happy Gas”) – A safe, gentle sedative inhaled through a mask to help anxious patients relax, with effects that wear off quickly after treatment.

Practice Innovation

• AI-Enhanced Imaging & Charting – Uses artificial intelligence to highlight early signs of cavities, bone loss, and gum disease, supporting more accurate diagnoses.
• 3D Printing – Produces aligners, splints, surgical guides, and models in-house, reducing turnaround times and ensuring a custom fit.
• Digital Patient Portals & Paperless Records – Make booking, communication, and record-keeping seamless, secure, and eco-friendly.

With all these technologies under one roof, The Paddington Dental Surgery isn’t just keeping up with modern dentistry — we’re leading the way in comfort, precision, safety, and results.