La
Plata
Advancements in technology continuously improve dental care. Digital impressions have revolutionized the process of receiving restorations. Not only does it provide a comfortable, accurate restoration, but it also allows you to benefit from same-day dentistry. Your crown will look and fit better than with traditional impressions. Here are just a few benefits you’ll enjoy when choosing digital impression systems.
Types of Digital Impression Technology
Dentists can use two types of digital impression technology with lasers or digital scanning. Lasers use concentrated light to take safe and precise images of a patient’s mouth without needing a messy material. A digital optical scanner is also safe and accurate, but requires teeth to be coated in a special powder spray before scanning.
Benefits of Digital Impressions
The traditional process of making an impression requires holding a messy, foul-tasting material in your mouth for several minutes. The slightest movement can cause a crown to fit incorrectly. In addition, this process can be difficult for some patients, like those with a strong gag reflex or severely damaged teeth.
Digital impressions remove any room for error while providing a more comfortable experience. No matter the type of imaging technology, digital impressions offer exceptional benefits, including:
- Improved accuracy for better-fitting restorations.
- Less time in the dentist’s chair.
- Comfortable impression process.
- Reduced risk of impression errors.
- Electronic image storing for easy reference.
Same-Day Dentistry with Digital Impressions
Digital impressions not only promote better fitting restorations, but they also work along with other technologies to offer same-day dental solutions, like crowns.
There’s no need for temporary restorations or a second appointment when choosing same-day dentistry. Your dentist will prepare your tooth before taking a digital impression. The information is sent to CAD/CAM software. Your dentist will set the specifics for your crown, like its color. The information is then sent to an in-office milling machine, where your crown will be cut from a single block of ceramic material. In about 1 hour, your crown will be ready for bonding. Your crown will fit like a glove and can last for many years with the right care, like brushing and flossing.
You deserve to benefit from the best when it comes to your dental care. Don’t settle for outdated methods. Choose a dentist who offers the latest technologies to achieve your best smile.
About Dr. Mark Hochman
Dr. Hochman earned his dental degree at Howard University School of Dentistry and has continued his education in cosmetic, restorative, and laser dentistry. His office offers the latest technologies, including digital impressions. Request an appointment through his website or call his office at (240) 349-7358.