What are digital dental impressions and how do they work?

Digital dental impressions are a type of 3D imaging used to create a digital model of a patient's teeth. The images are taken using a special camera that captures high-resolution 3D images of the teeth and gums. These images are then transferred to a computer where they can be viewed, manipulated, and measured. Digital dental impressions are becoming increasingly popular as they offer a more accurate and efficient way to capture dental data. They also eliminate the need for traditional impressions, which can be uncomfortable for patients.

The benefits of digital dental impressions over traditional impressions

Digital dentistry offers a variety of benefits for both dental practices and patients. 3 main benefits include:

Speed and Efficiency

Perhaps most notably, digital dentistry allows for increased speed and efficiency in the creation of dental products. Using computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology, dental practices can submit product orders that will be filled in our full-service lab. This means that patients will receive their orders in 1/2 the time of traditional dental labs.

Accuracy and Precision

In addition to increased speed, digital dentistry also offers superior accuracy and precision. This is due to the fact that CAD/CAM technology allows for the exact replication of a dental practitioner's desired results.  As a result, patients can be confident that they will receive dental products that fit perfectly and look natural.

Improved Comfort

Another benefit of digital dentistry is improved comfort for patients. Traditional dental impressions can be uncomfortable and even painful for some patients. With digital dental impressions, there is no need for putty in the mouth, or the need to bit down and hold a mouthful of goop for several minutes. The process is quick, easy, and painless!

How to switch to digital dental impressions

Looking to switch to digital dental impressions and streamline your process?  Vitality Technologies digital dental lab makes this process simple and easy with our all-in-one dental impression scanner.  Our scanner is designed to take accurate and precise digital dental impressions that can be easily transferred to a computer for viewing, manipulation, and measurement. In addition, our scanner is easy to use and can be operated by a single dental practitioner. Ready to get started? Simply visit our getting started page and complete your information online!