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Since this is a highly personalized treatment, some may take a year or two, or some individuals wrap up their treatment within a few months. Here are some factors that affect the timeline:1. Crowded TeethThe extent and complexity of the crowding are primary factors in determining how long the…
2024/11/20 15:56
Artificial Intelligence (AI)The term “artificial intelligence” is typically associated with robots. AI refers to the process of using technology to create a machine or software that can essentially mimic human intelligence and execute specified activities. How is it playing out in dentistry, you…
2024/11/15 14:45
X-rays are still widely used by dental professionals for many routine and complicated procedures. With that said, traditional x-rays are slow, expensive, and rely on film processing. The process of physically storing and sharing the copies is not very convenient either.Direct digital radiography is…
2024/11/12 16:32
If you’ve ever considered the possibility of fabricating dental bridges and crowns in-house, the cost of laboratory equipment to do so alone is $100,000 or more. Then there’s the matter of hiring and retaining a skilled dental technician to operate that equipment. Compare this to the one-time cost…
2024/11/07 15:17
Create an Orthodontic ModelForget about having your patients bite down on that gross, gooey clay so it could harden into the mold you need to design their Invisalign/braces. With the 3D printer, just scan the teeth, design the appliance you need according to your unique specifications, and print…
2024/11/05 13:46
Three-dimensional printing or additive manufacturing (AM) is a process of manufacturing any desired object, layer-by-layer, using a digital design file or 3D digital data set. The objects made using this technology are designed in a computer-aided design software (CAD). The device that converts the…
2024/11/01 16:05
Intraoral scanners are handheld devices that can create digital impressions of oral cavities and teeth. One unit is made up of the software, a computer, and a handheld camera wand. The tiny wand is connected to a small computer operating custom software that processes the digital data recorded by…
2024/10/30 13:58
Dental splints play a crucial role in modern dentistry, particularly as part of cosmetic dental treatments. For dentists, understanding how to effectively use dental splints can enhance patient outcomes and complement cosmetic procedures. When patients undergo treatments like veneers, crowns, or…
2024/10/25 14:10
Scanners vary in the way they function. However, the evolution of scan technology has reached a point where most model scanners perform in more or less the same way. Comparing dental laboratory scanners on quality will not show big differences, but it does pay off to look at surrounding factors…
2024/10/21 10:55
A dental lab that utilizes a digital workflow in dentistry needs a digital impression of the patient’s mouth. There are two ways to create this digital file: either the doctor scans the patient directly with an intraoral scanner and sends that file to the lab, or the doctor takes a conventional…
2024/10/17 10:06
Everyone's teeth will sustain damage over time. This damage can happen due to many reasons, including natural wear and tear, tooth decay, and dental trauma. Teeth lose their shape and size in the process. Dental crowns not only restore the strength and appearance of teeth but also prevent further…
2024/10/15 13:39
Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps that cover a permanent tooth, which has sustained damage from decay, injury, or disease. They come in two varieties:● Permanent crowns● Temporary crownsCrowns are also useful in improving the appearance of your smile while protecting other teeth from…
2024/10/12 10:52