The Digital Dentures Guide that you don’t want to Miss
Kingsport, TN
Dentures have long since been relied on as a convenient and affordable method of tooth replacement. But in recent years, 3D-printed dentures have emerged on the dental scene, and they are revolutionizing the industry as they provide a better way to restore smiles. Not only are 3D-printed dentures less labor-intensive, but they also reduce the number of office visits required by patients. This is a win-win for patients and dentists because it saves your patient’s time, and frees up the chair for other appointments, increasing your profits. So today on the blog, Premier Dental Arts share the complete digital dentures guide so that you can decide if it’s worth offering at your practice. (Although we are sure that you will agree!)
Digital Dentures Explained
Digital dentures or 3D-printed dentures use digital impressions from intraoral camera, instead of the goopy impressions many dentists are familiar with. These digital scans are used to create virtual models of the patient’s teeth and bite with unparalleled precision and accuracy. Then, the dentures are fabricated from a CAD/CAM (computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing) unit. The technology behind this system is state-of-the-art hardware and design software, paired with innovative materials that deliver exceptional results.
Digital Denture Benefits
Digital dentistry is revolutionizing the field, making your job, as the dentist, more efficient and resulting in better outcomes for patients. With a streamlined workflow, digital dentistry is more cost-effective and less labor-intensive. Intraoral scanning takes only a minute or so and is more comfortable for the patient, compared to traditional impressions that are cold and invoke tooth sensitivity and gag responses in patients. Digital workflows can be transmitted to the lab instantly, so you won’t have to ship the patient’s impressions or wait for pick-up. Best of all, digital scans are easily modified if necessary.
What Patients Think About Digital Dentures
One of the most significant benefits of offering digital dentures is what patients think about the process and outcomes. Patients often prefer 3D-printed dentures because they look more realistic, the process is more comfortable, and have a more secure fit due to the precision and advanced techniques used to make digital dentures. Additionally, since the patient spends less time in the dental chair due to a faster process and fewer try-in appointments, they can get on with their daily routines and busy schedules. Patients appreciate this type of convenience because, let’s face it, they have better things to do than to sit at the dentist or return for multiple appointments.
Dental Lab in Kingsport, TN
At Premier Dental Arts, we proudly offer digital dentistry that produces profound results for patients. With a streamlined workflow and our commitment to providing the best results for you and your patients, we stand behind 3D dentistry and are happy to discuss more about its benefits with you if you’re interested in offering this type of service in your practice. Digital dentistry is becoming more prevalent and eventually will be solely used to fabricate restorations and dentures. To learn more about 3D-printed dentures or how to incorporate digital dentistry into your practice’s service offerings, contact Premier Dental Arts by calling (888) 732-5221.