Modern technology
Quentel Orthodontics uses the most state-of-the-art technology available to help create the smile you want, which is why we use the iTero® digital impression system, by Align Technology, the creators of Invisalign®. Our digital impression system replaces the uncomfortable, unpleasant-tasting, messy, and sometimes inaccurate, traditional putty impressions. No bulky trays or sticky putty are needed!
Using a digital scanner, we will take three-dimensional (3-D) digital images, or impressions, of your teeth and bite. These impressions help us formulate a personalized orthodontic treatment plan that meets your needs and goals.
After you choose your treatment plan, the digital impressions allow us to create your customized orthodontic device. If you choose braces, we’ll use the impressions to create custom bracket trays to place your brackets onto your teeth, all at once, with increased efficiency and overall effectiveness. If you choose Invisalign, we will use these 3-D impressions to fabricate your custom clear aligners!
Benefits of digital impressions vs. putty impressions
Some benefits of iTero digital impressions over traditional putty impressions include:
- Accuracy: They capture the exact contours of your teeth.
- Efficiency: They require less time in the treatment chair.
- Comfort: Taking digital images is less invasive. No putty is used, and patients are more at ease without fearing they will gag on the impression putty.
- Customization: They provide a digital treatment plan tailored to each patient’s needs and goals.
- Visualization: Patients can see a definite picture of what their teeth will look like before, during, and after orthodontic treatment.
- Innovation: They use the most advanced 3D video technologies.