What is Intraoral Scanning?
Intraoral scanning is a game-changer for both patients and orthodontists. It eliminates the need for traditional dental impressions, which can be time-consuming and uncomfortable. The digital images captured are incredibly detailed, allowing for more accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. Plus, the process is quick and painless. You can see a 3D model of your mouth on the screen in real-time, helping you understand your oral health better. With Intraoral scanning, you get a more efficient, comfortable, and interactive dental experience.
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Intraoral scanners can capture up to 20 images per second, creating a highly accurate 3D model of your mouth!
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The Benefits Of Intraoral Scanning
Enhanced Patient Comfort
Remember those gooey dental impressions that made you gag? With Intraoral Scanning, they're history! The scanner is a small, handheld device that comfortably fits in your mouth, capturing images without causing any discomfort. It's quick and completely non-invasive, making your dental visits a breeze.
Superior Accuracy
Intraoral scanners capture high-resolution 3D images, giving Dr. Carpiaux a detailed view of your oral structure. This level of precision enables him to make accurate diagnoses and create highly effective treatment plans. It also ensures that any orthodontic appliances made using these scans fit perfectly, enhancing treatment outcomes.
Time Efficiency
Intraoral scanning is fast. In just a few minutes, we can have a comprehensive 3D model of your mouth. This not only shortens your appointment time but also expedites the treatment planning process. No more waiting for dental impressions to dry or be shipped to a lab!
The Intraoral Scanning Treatment Process
Preparation
There's minimal preparation involved for an intraoral scan. You simply need to sit back in the dental chair, and Dr. Carpiaux or a trained team member will guide the scanner around your mouth.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Once your child is approved for treatment, their orthodontist will develop a customized treatment plan. This could include special braces, habit appliances to help with things like thumb-sucking or bad swallow, palate expanders, headgear, and a variety of other treatments. Every child is different, so your orthodontist will discuss their plan with you and schedule all of the necessary follow-ups and checkups.
Regular Orthodontic Check-Ups
Phase 1 orthodontics typically takes about 12 months, though some patients may have shorter or longer treatment times. During this time, your child will come back to our office for frequent visits with their orthodontist. Their orthodontist will check on their oral health, examine their progress, and make sure everything’s on track. This same process will continue until your child’s treatment is complete.
