Impression-free dental treatments: Braces, crowns, inlays using intraoral scanners

Traditional impression procedures are associated with discomfort for many patients:

The taste of the impression material, the possible gag reflex and the time required for the impression are aspects that are often perceived as unpleasant.

Q: What are impression-free dental treatments and how do they differ from traditional procedures?

A: Impression-free dental treatments use intraoral scanners to capture precise 3D images of the dentition. Unlike traditional impressions, they offer a more comfortable alternative without the use of impression materials and significantly reduce potential discomfort for patients.

Q: What are the advantages of impression-free dental treatments compared to traditional methods?

A: For patients, scans are usually more comfortable than impressions, as the unpleasant taste and gag reflex are avoided by not using impression material. The more efficient recording of data also saves time during treatment.

Q: What are the advantages of impression-free dental treatments compared to conventional methods?

A: For patients, scans are usually more pleasant than an impression, as the unpleasant taste and gag reflex are avoided by not using impression material. The more efficient recording of data also saves time during treatment.

Q: How do intraoral scanners work and what role do they play in impression-free dental treatments?

A: Intraoral scanners are hand-held devices that create 3D images of the dentition. The dentist guides the scanner in the patient's mouth and records so-called scan data. These digital models serve as the basis for the production of braces, crowns and inlays without the need for conventional impressions.

Q: Are impression-free dental treatments suitable for every patient?

A: In most cases, impression-free dental treatments are a suitable option for the fabrication of braces and dentures. However, an individual consultation with the dentist is necessary to ensure the best solution for each patient's specific needs.