What is intra-oral scanner in Wirral?
Intra-oral scanner in Wirral is a pen-like handheld device that dentists use to obtain 3D impressions of the teeth, gums and register bite.This eliminates the need of using analogue impressions.
Scanners also save time due to ease of use and quick communication with the dental laboratory. There is no need for someone to collect the impression, Instead the dentist sends them online with the touch of a button.
How do the intra oral scanners work ?
Dentist or nurse place the device in the patients mouth.They then push a button that activates a light source. The image sensors start capturing great number of images that specifically designed software processes and generates stunning 3D image that we can display on a laptop or TV monitor.
What can the intra-oral scanners be used for?
We employ images from intraoral scanners to manufacture crowns,dentures,bridges,
They are also very useful when treating teeth misalignment and during the process of planning placement of implants. Scanners can also be a very powerful motivational tool for the patients. They show what the current state of their teeth is. That could highlight problems that patients might have not been aware of.
How long does it take to take a scan?
This varies but in most of the cases is longer than 4-5 minutes. In all occasions is quicker and also more hygienic way of obtaining dental impression compared to the traditional methods. Patients can also tolerate it better because of avoidance of problems such as smell,heat and gag reflex.
Are there any downsides of having an intra oral scan ?
The only problem that might occur is fatigue of the jaw. This happens very rarely and only if the procedure takes too long.If that is the case we can stop and continue later on from exactly where we have left off. This is not going to affect the quality of the image.
Is it expensive to have this procedure ?
The answer is no. Here,at Irby Dental Practice, we are not going to be charge you extra. This is part of the comprehensive process of treatment planning.