At Gettysburg Smiles, advanced technology is an important part of how we provide comprehensive, personalized dental care. We use intraoral and professional DSLR photography, digital scanners, digital imaging and 3D printing to gather detailed records, enhance diagnosis, plan treatment, and help our patients better understand their oral health and treatment options.
Our digital technology also allows us to design and fabricate certain dental appliances right here in our office, providing greater efficiency and control when appropriate. At the same time, we believe technology should complement–not replace-exceptional craftsmanship. For restorations such as porcelain crowns and veneers, Dr. Tempel continues to partner with highly skilled dental laboratory ceramists when their expertise and artistry will provide the best result.
For us, advanced technology is not about having the latest equipment. It is about using the right tools, combined with experience and clinical judgement, to provide precise, comfortable, and beautifully individualized dental care.
Our Dental Technology in Gettysburg, PA
We provide these state-of-the-art dental technologies to patients at Gettysburg Smiles.
3-D Printing
We use an in-office 3-D printer to create dental models. Once we take a detailed scan of the smile, we can view it in 3-D on our computer. The SprintRay printer creates a highly detailed upper and lower teeth resin model. Then, we clean and cure the model with UV light. The completed model helps us plan restorative and orthodontic treatments.
Digital Smile Design
With digital smile design, we can create a mockup of a patient’s smile after their treatment. We also use digital smile design to educate patients about their treatment. First, we take photos of the patient’s smile and upload them into the software. Then, we use reference points to overlay pictures of the natural and retracted smile. Finally, the software creates a mockup of the patient’s straightened smile.
Intraoral Scanning
Our dental team uses intraoral scanners to take images of the smile. These handheld scanners help us take close-up, detailed pictures, also known as direct optical impressions. As we scan the teeth and gums, the scanner creates an image of the mouth on a computer. We can view the upper and lower tooth arches and palates once we fully scan the mouth. Digital scans are a much faster and more comfortable alternative to traditional impressions.
Contact Our Office
Receive high-quality care using state-of-the-art technology at Gettysburg Smiles in Gettysburg, PA. Request your next dental visit online or call our practice for treatment today at (717) 853-1552. Please let us know if you have questions for our office; our dedicated team will gladly help you get the answers you need.