Did you know the latest technology in dental treatment is now available here at Dentalspa?
We are now able to use an intraoral 3D scanner to create a digital record and replica of your mouth. This technology can be used in a variety of formats for your treatment options and can eliminate the need for dental impressions.
What is it?
The 3D scanner is essentially a camera which is able to take thousands of images at a time. Through these images the technology is able to construct a model of your mouth inclusive of all anatomy and even shades of your teeth.
Why is it needed?
The scanner can be used in in a variety of ways to help our patients and dental team. Basically if you intend of having any dental treatment performed from restorative, cosmetic or even orthodontics a scan may be required. This allows our dental professionals to establish an individual treatment plan and track the progress of your treatment. The scanner also eliminates the need for dental impressions and our scans can be sent digitally to our dental technicians or other members of our dental team. This means reduced time to complete you dental treatment.
The benefit to you
The best part about the 3D scanner is it a lot more comfortable for our patients. We are finding most of our patients are surprised at the simplicity of the procedure. As previously noted the scanner is able to eliminate the need for those messy impressions. Therefore no more uncomfortable visits particularly for those with a strong gag reflex. For your visits here Dentalspa it also means faster appointment times and less mess.
As soon as the scan is taken you will be able to see the results in front of your eyes. Next time you at here at Dentalspa you are more than welcome to ask about the 3D scanner or even have one for yourself.
By Ashleigh Lilly
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