Digital Dentistry: Elevating Your Implant Experience
Dental implants are the top choice for replacing missing teeth, with over half a million people opting for them annually. Now, thanks to cutting-edge digital technology, the dental experts you rely on for gum and tooth care, as well as teeth replacement solutions, are delivering even safer, faster, and more comfortable care for dental implants and other gum and tooth needs.
Here are just a few ways these advancements benefit you.
Spotting Tiny Problems Before They Grow
Using advanced handheld tools like InnerView®, we can detect issues with a simple tap on your tooth. In seconds, we spot small cracks, slight movement, or problems with the implant attaching to the bone. We can even check if the piece connecting your new tooth to the implant is secure. No radiation, no discomfort—just quick answers to keep your smile strong.
3D Imaging for Perfect Planning
Cone-beam Computed Tomography (CT) 3D imaging systems capture hundreds of detailed images of your mouth in a matter of moments. No biting down on uncomfortable plates, just a fast, rotating scan. This gives us a clear view of your teeth, gums, and nerves, ensuring your implant fits naturally and looks great. The imaging is precise, safe, and easy.
Preview Your Smile with AI
Curious what your new smile will look like? Many dental professionals use AI software to create a 3D preview during your consultation. You’ll see exactly what’s possible, from implant bridges to single teeth, all tailored to your face. It’s an exciting way to plan your treatment with confidence.
Robotic Surgery for Gentler Results
Today’s trailblazers in robotic implant surgery use systems like Yomi® for unmatched precision. This technology guides experts, making procedures gentler with smaller cuts, less pain, and quicker healing. Often, the use of robotics even eliminates the need for extra bone work, getting you back to normal faster.
No More Messy Molds
Forget gooey impressions that make you gag. Digital scanners build a 3D model of your mouth in minutes, comfortably and accurately. If tweaks are needed, your dental professional can do so right away, saving you a return trip.
Keeping Gums Healthy
Healthy gums mean lasting implants. Digital probes catch early gum issues, letting us step in before they worsen. Protecting your natural teeth now prevents bigger problems later.
Laser Care for Rare Issues
If an implant needs a fix because of gum or bone trouble, laser technology steps in. With no scalpels or stitches, your doctor can use lasers to gently treat the area, helping it heal naturally. It’s advanced care, simplified.
Why You’ll Love Digital Dentistry
These innovations deliver:
- Speed: Some visits wrap up in an hour.
- Comfort: Less invasive procedures mean easier recoveries.
- Beauty: Precision, as in with robotic dentistry, creates reliable, stunning, natural smiles.
- Trust: Early action stops issues before they start.
Getting Better All the Time
Dental procedures that may have once required multiple visits can now often be completed in a single lunchtime visit. Enhanced interoffice digital communications enable us to quickly and securely share information with our dental partners. And digital occlusion analysis systems are replacing analog-type articulation paper, also known as “patient feel” reporting, to help measure bite force.
With advanced tools at our fingertips, we can also treat gum disease more effectively and efficiently, thereby often negating the need for dental implants altogether. Indeed, it’s an exciting time to be a dental implant surgeon!
Dr. Jeffrey Ganeles is a board-certified dental implant surgeon who is credited with performing the world’s first robotic dental implant surgery. He is a frequent international lecturer and practices periodontics and implant dentistry with five other specialists at South Florida Center for Dental Implants and Periodontics.
