It is an exciting time in our practice as we continue to build up our digital work flow. We now have the capability to fabricate our own models using 3D Printing technology. That means our patients can truly say good bye to all the yucky impression materials that make them gag and choke!
Using optical scanner we capture the mold of the patient’s teeth. The images get processed into three dimensional digital models. Our 3D Printer then prints out the physical models which can be used for many purposes including diagnostics, bleaching trays, night guards, retainers, etc.
If one of your fears when it comes to going to the dentist is the dreadful molds- Have no fear! Digital is here!!!
Alex Nguyen, DDS
www.saratogadentist.com
Models just finished printing on the platform
Freshly printed models
Models in curing chamber
Finished models