How does Digital Scanning work?
Digital scanning uses both a wand and a computer to take impressions of your teeth and mouth. The wand is inserted into the patient’s mouth and gently moved around to capture the top and bottom teeth. While the wand moves, the computer captures digital images instantly and displays them on a computer. The process is painless and quick, and patients can sit comfortably while their impressions are taken.
What are the benefits of Digital Scanning?
Digital scanning provides many benefits to both the patient and our doctors, and the process can be done quickly and in one appointment.
- Impressions are quick and there is no goopy material used.
- The process is easy and comfortable.
- Digital scanning is extremely accurate.
- Computer-aided technology provides an image of your teeth and gums immediately to help guide the process.
- Items such as crowns, bridges, retainers, or dentures can be made accurately and quickly for patients.
- Materials and labor are reduced with new digital scanning technology, and this reduces costs for both the patient and doctor.