Modern Dental Technology

Intra-Oral Imaging: Clear Insights for Better Dental Care

Intra-oral imaging provides a hassle-free, detailed view of your mouth through pictures and videos.

By displaying specific problem areas on a computer screen, we gain clarity and detail that traditional mouth mirrors can’t offer. Hand-held wands swiftly capture the intricacies of your teeth and gums. Even small cracks that could lead to broken teeth are vividly visible with just a click. This allows us to explain the need for treatment more clearly by showing you what we see in high detail.

Additionally, dental insurance benefits often process more quickly when visual proof from a digital image is provided.

Benefits of Intra-Oral Scanners in Dentistry

The use of intra-oral scanners in dentistry provides several advantages:

• Improved Accuracy: Intra-oral scanners create highly precise digital impressions of a patient’s teeth and oral structures, minimizing errors that can occur with traditional impression materials and techniques.

• Time Efficiency: These scanners can capture digital impressions in just a few minutes, significantly reducing the time required compared to the traditional process, which can take 10-15 minutes or longer.

• Enhanced Patient Experience: Patients often find intra-oral scanning more comfortable than traditional impressions, as there’s no need for uncomfortable impression trays and materials.

• Better Communication: Digital impressions can be easily shared with dental laboratories, facilitating clearer communication regarding treatment plans and collaboration with other dental professionals.

• Improved Outcomes: Utilizing intra-oral scanners can enhance the overall quality of dental restorations and other treatments, resulting in better outcomes for patients.

In summary, intra-oral scanners enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and comfort of dental procedures, ultimately improving both the patient experience and treatment results.

What is CBCT?

CBCT stands for Cone Beam Computed Tomography, a specialized digital x-ray scanner that allows dentists to view a 3D image of your mouth and teeth.

During the CBCT imaging process, the scanner rotates around your head while you either stand or sit comfortably in a chair. The procedure is quick, simple, and completely painless. We utilize these scans to ensure optimal treatment for dental implants, root canals, and the diagnosis of dental and facial pain.

With CBCT, we can evaluate your teeth and facial structures from virtually every angle, in stunning 3D and color. In contrast, routine x-rays provide only a flat image with limited detail.

You can have complete confidence in the treatment you receive, knowing that we’ve thoroughly analyzed every issue using advanced 3D technology.