The Advantages of Scanning
Rather than using complicated, expensive, and potentially unhealthy X-rays, dentists can now get more accurate data using the iTero scanner. The iTero intraoral scanner is completely safe, thanks to its radiation-free lasers. This not only makes it easier for the patient and dentist, but it also removes another element of dental work that could cause fear in the patient.
In the past, dentists have relied on dental impressions in order to create things like retainers, dental implants, and other oral health devices. But dental impressions aren’t a great option for some patients. The goopy, paste-like material can quickly spread in the mouth, causing some patients to gag. Other patients just struggle with the distinct taste of the alginate material that used to make the impressions. Finally, these molds aren’t always as accurate as they could and should be.
iTero addresses all of these issues thanks to its clever design and useful digital modeling processes.
How We Use Your iTero Data
The value of real-time data collection and projection is obvious. It allows dentists to have more detailed dialogues about oral health with their patients. But iTero also helps dentists create more detailed dental health records that can help show how a patient’s teeth have moved or changed over time. Using a variety of data sets, dentists can create digital models that show changes in oral health over time, which can help them make treatment decisions for their patients.
The data gathered by iTero is more useful to your dentist because it has a greater degree of accuracy than other ways to get an impression of your oral health. This allows your dentist to make minute changes to your treatment plans that could have a huge impact. Ultimately, the data collected by each iTero device can be used for any orthodontic treatment, including the ever-popular option of Invisalign braces.