Dental Technology

Digital Dental Scanner

If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the uncomfortable experience of having dental impressions taken or dreaded the tray full of putty, you’re not alone. In fact, that’s the reason we upgraded to digital dental scanning. This process is a faster, cleaner, and more accurate way to capture 3D images of your teeth. No mess. No discomfort. Just modern dentistry that works better for you.

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What is a digital dental scanner?

A digital dental scanner is a handheld device that captures a precise, high-resolution 3D image of your mouth. Instead of creating a mold with putty, we now scan your teeth in real time using a small, comfortable wand. The image of your teeth, your digital impressions, appear on-screen instantly and we use those scans to create:

  • Crowns
  • Bridges
  • Veneers
  • Clear aligners (like Invisalign®)
  • Night guards and retainers
  • Dentures
  • Partials
  • Whitening trays
  • And more!

Digital dental scanning provides a better experience from start to finish. It’s not just about the tech, it’s about giving you a smoother, more enjoyable dental visit. As well, since we utilize digital scanning, we are able to finish your case quicker. Before, we had to physically send impressions out to labs and wait to receive them back. Now we can send digitally and cut down waiting times in half.

Why don’t we utilize traditional impressions and methods like putty?

Digital dental scanning has transformed how we plan and deliver your dental care. It’s not just more comfortable, frankly, it’s better. Because digital scans are more precise and efficient, we’re able to reduce wait times, improve fit, and even eliminate the need for remakes in many cases.

You’ll benefit from digital dental scanning in the following ways:

  • No more gagging or discomfort from impression trays
  • Faster appointments and turnaround time from the lab
  • More accurate dental work that fits better the first time
  • Easier communication between you, our office, and the lab
  • High-resolution visuals so we can show you exactly what’s happening

Once the digital dental scan is complete, we send it digitally to the lab (no shipping means fewer delays), so your restoration or appliance comes back faster and with a better fit. Digital scanning is just another way we’re upgrading dentistry without ever losing the warm, personal care that matters most to our team at Bridgeport Family Dental Care.

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More Dental Technology Services

Our experienced and caring team is dedicated to serving patients of all ages, from children to seniors, and providing top-notch oral health care for the entire family. We strive to make dental visits easy and stress-free for you and your loved ones. Our family-friendly atmosphere ensures that every member of your household feels comfortable and at ease during their dental appointments.

From routine check-ups and cleanings to preventive treatments like dental sealants and fluoride treatments, we prioritize preventive care to maintain healthy smiles for a lifetime. Should any dental concerns arise, our skilled dentists are equipped to deliver a wide range of services, including restorative treatments, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry.

VelScope® Oral Cancer Screening
AI-Driven Diagnostic Tools
X-Rays
Intraoral Cameras
Invisalign® Outcome Simulator
Cephalometric X-Rays
Panoramic X-Rays
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