What does it mean to make a ‘digital impression’ on your first visit to GO Orthodontics? (Spoiler alert: it’s not some sort of futuristic spin on a first impression!)
Teeth impressions are molds or models of your smile that our orthodontists use to create your personalized treatment plan. These molds show our orthodontists which teeth need to be repositioned and help us determine whether your jaw bones need to be aligned as well.
We use advanced digital impression technology called the iTero® intraoral scanner (instead of traditional putty impressions) because we want our patients’ treatment journeys to be as comfortable and convenient as possible!
Advanced digital impressions are quick, comfortable, and precise!
Traditional methods for taking impressions of the teeth can be uncomfortable and a bit messy. Traditional impressions required a “goopy” putty substance that patients had to bite into to leave an impression of their smile. This method often makes patients gag and can leave a bad taste in the mouth.
The iTero system produces precise, accurate impressions in only a few minutes. The handheld device sits comfortably in the mouth and it shows you a simulated preview of your end smile results—before you even begin treatment!
Accurate
The iTero digital scanning system produces precise, accurate, detailed impressions of the teeth. This technology produces 10 times fewer rejections than traditional impression methods! That means the system is 10 times more likely to produce an accurate result on the first try. Traditional methods sometimes require two or three tries to get an accurate impression.
Efficient
The iTero system produces impressions in under 5 minutes! This system only takes 2 to 3 minutes to scan the teeth and bite, and develop a 3-D model of your smile. The iTero scanner wand allows our orthodontists to map the edges and surfaces of the teeth with minimal risk of error.
Comfortable
The iTero Digital scanner is specially-designed to sit comfortably in the mouth. iTero’s small handheld wand enables patients to breathe and swallow easily while the iTero digital impression scans their bite. This device won’t expose you to any radiation or leave a poor taste in your mouth!
Cool!
With iTero Digital Scanner, you can preview a simulation of your end results on your very first visit. This device can be used for braces or Invisalign®. The digital software is able to predict the movement of your teeth to show you a preview of how your end smile results are likely to look.
Eco-Friendly
The iTero digital impression system is a sustainable alternative to dental impressions. This system replaces the need for disposable impression trays and materials.
The digital impressions taken by our orthodontists are stored electronically. In case of an error, we can correct it before submitting the impression to the dental laboratory. This eliminates the need for paperwork and unnecessary printed records!
Looking for ‘digital dental impressions near me’?
We choose to use the iTero digital impression system for a number of reasons. When you visit us for your complimentary consultation, we’ll explain the digital impression process and answer any questions you may have.
Ready to get started? Request your complimentary consultation with us in Oxford, Saltillo, Southaven, or Corinth (Mississippi) or Collierville near Memphis (Tennessee).
