Our team wants to offer dental and orthodontic treatment for our child and adult patients with precision, which is why we implement advanced digital technology. From digital x-rays to the iTero® intraoral scanner, we can help you obtain treatment with accuracy and comfort. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about treating smiles with advanced technology.
Digital X-Rays
When we examine children’s smiles, we want to make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy, so that we can create a treatment plan to take on issues like tooth decay, dental damage, or even misalignment. To do so, we offer digital x-rays in place of the traditional option. With the digital option, there is a reduction of radiation by up to 90%. The images take seconds to capture and there is no need for uncomfortable bitewings. The images are high-definition and available instantly chairside. We can walk kids through the diagnostic process so they understand what is going on, and we can easily transmit these to other offices and specialists as needed. They offer better convenience and comfort for our little patients!
The iTero® Digital Scanner
What if we need to make an impression of your child’s bite or tooth to create orthodontic appliances or restorations? In the past, the process required patients to bite down on a metal mold filled with a gooey material, holding the bite for several minutes. The process often had to be repeated too in order to obtain a viable impression.
We offer a digital alternative. With the iTero® system, we will use a small and thin wand with a camera at the end to take multiple pictures of the smile from several angles. The process is quick and comfortable. We then combine these to create a highly-detailed 3D model of their bite, so we can see their teeth, gums, roots, and oral structures, allowing us to plan treatment in detail and recommend the best options for their smiles. The system makes the process fast and comfortable, and much more detailed and effective too!
If you have any questions about the technology we will use to plan treatment and create the custom appliances and restorations to improve their smiles, or if you would like to schedule a visit with our team, then contact our office today to get started. We look forward to helping your child smile with confidence again!
Learn About Advanced Dental Technology in Shirley, NY
We want to offer treatment with precision and accuracy, which is why we employ advanced technology, helping your child enjoy better oral health and bite function, and a smile that looks good too. To find out more about us, call Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Shirley, NY at 631.399.1600 today.
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