Dental Technology
Digital Imaging
The Accuracy and Comfort of 3D Digital Scanning Technology
The Accuracy and Comfort of 3D Digital Scanning Technology
3D Digital Scanning Technology in dentistry is an amazing tool that we use every day to create digital impressions of our patients who need:
- Occlusal guards
- Dentures
- Bridges
- Sports guards
- Crowns
- Cosmetic treatments
Cutting-edge technology and the ultimate convenience
With digital impressions, there is no goopy mess to contend with. It’s all done with a sophisticated piece of equipment, in our case a Primescan digital scanner — the most advanced intraoral camera available.
The Primescan is a handheld camera that goes directly into the patient’s mouth and captures highly detailed digital images of the teeth and gums in just a couple of minutes.
Digital Impressions are:
- Accurate – digital images are extremely detailed, which means any appliance or device fabricated using a digital scan will fit precisely
- Easy on the patient – the camera is small enough to fit comfortably inside the mouth and maneuver around to capture every angle
- Fast – with the Primescan, it takes only a few short minutes to get an accurate full mouth scan
At Chichetti & Patel Dental Wellness, we pride ourselves on providing our patients with the best dental care in the most comfortable way possible, and Digital Impressions are just one of the ways we do that. If you’re interested in learning more about the advanced technology we use in our office, contact us today at (704) 548-1818.
Digital vs. Traditional X-rays
When it comes to diagnostics, there is no doubt that digital imaging is the best way for your dentist to see your teeth and mouth in the most detail. But how do they really stack up against traditional X-ray images?
- Digital X-rays are easy to capture and retake. The technology is simple to use, and if an image is unclear, retaking it is as easy as pointing a camera and clicking. With traditional X-rays, retaking an image would involve more film that would need to be developed, with no guarantee of getting a better image than the first one.
- Digital X-rays are instantaneous. As soon as the image is captured, it is available on the computer screen for your dentist to view and analyze. A traditional X-ray takes time to develop, and the physical image must be printed on paper before it is useful.
- Digital X-rays are safer. Digital imaging emits very little radiation compared to traditional X-ray technology. Not only is this safer for our patients but for our hygienists and dentists as well.
- Digital X-rays are highly detailed. With digital pictures, small details are readily visible that would not be possible to see using film-based X-rays.
- Digital X-rays are versatile. A digital image can be manipulated without distorting it. That means your dentist can zoom in on a particular spot to get more information. With a traditional X-ray, they would have to use a magnifying device, which is not guaranteed to be of assistance.
Digital X-rays are far superior to traditional X-rays, and we proudly use them in our practice to provide quality care to every patient. For more information and to schedule a visit with Dr. Joe Chichetti or Dr. Reena Patel, call our office at (704) 548-1818.
