What is the iTero scanner?
The iTero scanner is used at the start of your Invisalign in London treatment to capture images of your teeth. Here at Graham Tinkler, using a small wand, we’ll carefully scan your teeth and your bite to create an accurate 3D digital model of your teeth. This model is then used to meticulously plan your treatment by allowing us to see your Invisalign journey played out on screen step-by-step.
Traditional impressions involve using a dental putty, which is pressed over your teeth to create an imprint that can then be used to create a plaster model. These impressions can be messy and some of our patients have found it to be quite an uncomfortable process.
You can see your new smile
One of the most exciting features of the iTero scanner for the creation of your Invisalign in London at Graham Tinkler, is that while you’re in the chair we can show you how your teeth could look following treatment using the Invisalign outcome simulator. Our patients find it’s a great way to visualise their goals and allows them to start getting excited about treatment.
Is it reliable?
iTero Digital scanning offers more reliability and more precision than traditional dental impressions methods, resulting in Invisalign aligners that will fit your teeth better. This means potentially fewer appointments to our practice. Because we see the results of your iTero scan instantly, we can make sure that all the necessary areas are scanned there and then to ensure a smooth and easy procedure for your Invisalign in London.
Does it make treatment quicker?
Traditional impressions with dental putty taken in preparation for Invisalign treatments are physically sent to Invisalign’s technicians. This process takes time and occasionally the impressions can be at risk of being damaged in transit.
However, digital impressions can be sent electronically safely and instantly, therefore speeding up the planning stage of your Invisalign in London procedure when compared to the traditional dental putty impressions.
If this sounds like just what you have been looking for, why not give Graham Tinkler a call today and start your dental journey with Invisalign in London.