Digital Impressions: Precision Planning for Your Best Smile
If you’re considering restoring a single tooth, multiple teeth, or even a full dental arch, our oral surgeon will first need to take impressions of your mouth. Traditionally, this process involved uncomfortable, messy materials. However, at Arizona Center for Oral Surgery, Dr. Gary K. Lines and Dr. Donald R. Hoaglin now use digital impressions in Glendale, Arizona, and the surrounding area to improve your experience. To learn more or to schedule your appointment, call our team today at 623-931-9197.
Digital impressions offer a modern, efficient, and far more comfortable alternative to traditional molds. If you’ve had impressions taken in the past, you likely remember the unpleasant sensation of the sticky material used. With digital technology, there’s no need for that. Instead, a small, handheld scanner captures detailed, high-resolution images of your teeth and gums, making the process especially beneficial for patients with a sensitive gag reflex or those who simply prefer a more comfortable approach.
In addition to enhanced comfort, digital impressions offer several key benefits:
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They are used to design dental restorations such as crowns, bridges, and even orthodontic aligners
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No messy impression materials are required
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The scanner can be easily paused or removed at any time, offering greater flexibility during the procedure
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Digital scanning is faster than traditional methods, making your visit more efficient
This technology allows our team to obtain highly accurate impressions while improving the overall patient experience.
To learn more about digital impressions and the advanced technology we use at Arizona Center for Oral Surgery, contact us today. We’re happy to answer your questions and help you plan a visit that’s comfortable, precise, and efficient.