Digital scanning allows us to capture the shape of your teeth and bite with a small camera instead of relying on traditional impression material in many cases. The result is a cleaner, more comfortable, and highly detailed digital record.
Why patients often prefer digital impressions.
Many patients dislike traditional impressions because they can feel messy, bulky, or uncomfortable. Digital scanning can make the experience easier, especially for patients with a sensitive gag reflex or anxiety around impressions.
During a digital scan, a small camera is moved around the teeth to capture a detailed digital model. Patients can often see the scan on screen, making it easier to understand their bite, teeth, and treatment needs. The whole process is typically quick and does not involve any material sitting in the mouth.
How digital scanning supports your treatment.
Porcelain Crowns
Digital scans create a precise model for lab fabricated crowns, improving fit accuracy and reducing the need for multiple adjustments at delivery.
Learn MorePorcelain Veneers
Veneers require accurate tooth measurements to achieve proper shape, shade, and proportion. Digital scans support the communication between doctor and lab.
Learn MoreNo Prep Veneers
Because no prep veneers depend on adding to the existing tooth shape, the scan must be highly accurate. Digital scanning supports that level of precision.
Learn MoreDental Implants
Following implant placement, digital scans help design and fabricate the final crown or prosthesis that attaches to the implant.
Learn MoreOrthodontic Aligners
Clear aligner treatment relies on digital scanning to model the current bite and design the series of trays that guide tooth movement.
Learn MoreNight Guards
A digital scan of your teeth is often used to fabricate a custom night guard that fits accurately and protects against grinding forces.
Learn MoreDigital scans versus traditional impressions.
Traditional impressions are still useful in some situations, but digital scans can often create a more efficient and comfortable experience. The doctor will determine which method is appropriate based on the treatment being planned.
Comfort
Small camera, no material in the mouth
Gag reflex
Less triggering for many patients
Accuracy
Highly detailed digital model
Speed
Typically faster data capture
Best for
Crowns, veneers, implants, aligners, night guards
Comfort
Impression tray filled with material held in place
Gag reflex
Can be challenging for sensitive patients
Accuracy
Accurate, but can distort during removal or transport
Speed
Requires setting time and multiple steps
Best for
Some complex or full arch prosthetic cases
Digital Scan FAQs
Digital dental scanning in Plantation and Broward County.
Dental Implants and Cosmetics offers digital dental scans in Plantation for patients from Broward County, Fort Lauderdale, Davie, Sunrise, Weston, and nearby South Florida communities.
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