The Role of Technology in Orthodontics
At our orthodontic practice in Manteca, dental technology is involved in nearly every aspect of our work.
We use technology to gain a detailed understanding of your orthodontic issue. This helps us make an accurate diagnosis, allowing for highly customized treatment planning tailored to your needs and goals in the most efficient manner possible.
Our technology also guides us in developing these treatment plans and adjusting them along the way as required.
During each step of your orthodontic journey, we will use technology to monitor your progress and communicate with you about your condition and the treatment plan.
Video Right: Image from Dr. Duong's 3D X-ray
iTero™ Intraoral Scanner
The iTero intraoral scanner is a handheld imaging device that creates highly detailed, three-dimensional digital impressions of the hard and soft tissues of the mouth. This eliminates the need for messy impression materials. The process is minimally intrusive. You simply open wide, and your orthodontist moves the device around your mouth to capture images. It only takes a few minutes to complete.
The system creates 3D models of the inside of your mouth, which are shown in real time on a touch screen.
Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT)
CBCT is an advanced imaging technique that uses a specialized X-ray to create high-resolution 3D images of dental structures and tissues in the craniofacial region. This technology captures comprehensive data from a single scan, enabling detailed analysis and diagnosis of oral health conditions.
The images captured by CBCT allow for more accurate treatment planning, including the assessment of your airway for treating snoring and sleep apnea.
