No More Gagging on Mouthfuls of Goop!
No More Gagging on Mouthfuls of Goop!All Smiles Family Dentistry utilizes the latest technology for digital impression-making. We use the iTero 5D element scanner. This scanner is able to do 3D digital dental impressions with the wave of a wand, similar to an electric toothbrush. It also takes high-resolution photos and has cavity-detection technology!
We believe that staying up to date on technology is imperative! By using digital impression technology, we can offer so much more for our patients. Every new patient receives a digital impression to keep in their record when they first come to our clinic. Having a digital record of the teeth at baseline allows us to archive data that we can draw on at a later date.
How We Use Your Data:
- Monitor and measure ongoing wear and tear down to a tenth of a millimeter.
- Recreate a broken tooth due to trauma.
- Educate and discuss treatment plans with patients using actual photos.
Digital Efficiency
Digital impressions also eliminate wasted time in shipping so we can get cases to our laboratories faster and more efficiently.
With traditional impressions, patients often had to contend with goopy impression material and an uncomfortable gag reflex. Today, we use digital impressions for nearly every situation, including crowns, bridges, dental implants, night guards, retainers, and dentures. Using the iTero 5D Element Scanner, we simply scan your teeth and receive detailed digital images instantly. Traditional impressions may still be necessary in limited situations, such as when a patient is receiving no-prep or minimal-prep veneers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. The iTero 5D element scanner uses optical scanning technology, not X-rays, to capture detailed images of your teeth. It is completely safe for patients of all ages, including children and pregnant women.
A full-mouth digital scan typically takes just 2 to 5 minutes, compared to the 5 to 10 minutes needed for traditional impressions. There’s no waiting for material to set, and results are available instantly on screen.
The wand gently passes over your teeth and gums without pressure or discomfort. Most patients find it far more comfortable than traditional impressions and report no gagging, pain, or unpleasant taste.
Digital impressions are used for nearly every situation, including crowns, bridges, dental implants, night guards, retainers, and dentures. They allow us to capture highly detailed images that help restorations and dental appliances fit precisely. Traditional impressions may still be needed in limited cases, most commonly for no-prep or minimal-prep veneers.
Yes. One of the biggest advantages of digital impressions is that your dentist can show you a 3D model of your teeth on screen immediately during your appointment. This makes it much easier to understand your treatment plan visually.
Digital impressions are generally more accurate than traditional putty-based impressions. Physical molds can shift, shrink, or distort during shipping and handling, while digital files are transmitted to the lab instantly with no risk of physical degradation.
Yes. Your digital impression data is stored as part of your secure patient record in compliance with HIPAA privacy standards. Only authorized members of your care team can access your records.
Yes. The iTero 5D element scanner includes built-in cavity detection technology, which means a single scan can capture your tooth structure and flag areas of concern at the same time, reducing the need for additional diagnostic steps.
When a restoration like a crown or aligner is being fabricated, your digital file is sent electronically to the dental laboratory. This is faster and more secure than shipping physical molds, and it means your case gets started sooner.
Not necessarily. Your baseline scan is taken when you first become a patient and is kept on file as a reference point. Follow-up scans are taken as needed, such as when monitoring wear and tear over time or when starting a new treatment.
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