Digital Orthodontics and 3D Smile Design: Preview Your Treatment

WHAT IS DIGITAL ORTHODONTICS?

Digital orthodontics is an innovative approach that combines traditional orthodontic treatment methods with modern technology. Thanks to this approach, treatment processes become more predictable, more comfortable, and shorter.

At the core of digital orthodontics lie intraoral 3D scanning technology, computer-aided treatment planning, and 3D Smile Design (Digital Smile Design). These technologies come together to offer patients the opportunity to see the result before treatment begins.

At our clinic, a pioneer in digital orthodontics in Ankara, we use the latest technologies such as the iTero Lumina™ digital scanner and Invisalign ClinCheck® software to provide our patients with a flawless treatment experience.

Thanks to digital orthodontics:

• No need for traditional plaster impressions

• Treatment duration is more accurately predicted

• Patients can preview every stage of their treatment

• More effective results with fewer appointments

HOW DOES 3D SMILE DESIGN (DIGITAL SMILE DESIGN) WORK?

3D Smile Design is one of the most exciting stages of orthodontic treatment. Thanks to this technology, patients can see what their teeth will look like at the end of treatment on a computer before treatment begins.

The process works as follows:

1. Digital Intraoral Scanning: An intraoral three-dimensional scan is performed with the iTero Lumina™ digital scanner. This process takes approximately 2-3 minutes and causes no discomfort to the patient. Unlike traditional plaster impression methods, digital scanning provides fast, hygienic, and extremely precise results.

2. 3D Treatment Simulation: The scan data is transferred to specialized software. The orthodontist determines the target positions of the teeth through this software and creates the treatment plan. The patient is shown a 3D simulation of their current dental structure and the smile to be achieved after treatment.

3. Personalized Planning: A fully personalized treatment plan is prepared for each patient. The total duration of treatment, the number of aligners or braces to be used, and appointment intervals are finalized at this stage.

4. Treatment Initiation: After the patient gives their approval, treatment begins with custom-produced Invisalign aligners or braces.

ADVANTAGES OF DIGITAL ORTHODONTICS AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Digital orthodontic treatment has many significant advantages over traditional methods:

Advantages:

• High Precision: Digital scanning provides much more precise results than traditional plaster impressions. This ensures more successful treatment outcomes.

• Comfortable Experience: The discomfort of plaster impressions is eliminated. Digital scanning is fast and hygienic.

• Preview Your Treatment: With 3D smile design, you can see the treatment result in advance. This increases your confidence in the treatment.

• Time Savings: Treatment duration is shortened and fewer appointments are needed thanks to digital planning.

• Personalized Treatment: A fully customized treatment plan is created for each patient.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is digital scanning painful?

No, digital intraoral scanning is completely painless. The procedure takes 2-3 minutes and causes no discomfort.

Is the 3D smile simulation realistic?

Yes, 3D simulations created using ClinCheck® technology are extremely realistic and largely match the treatment outcome.

Is digital orthodontic treatment suitable for everyone?

Digital orthodontic technologies can be used for almost every type of orthodontic case. For detailed information, you can schedule a free consultation at our clinic.

You can plan your treatment by consulting Dr. Hakan Demirel for digital orthodontics and 3D smile design in Ankara. With over 25 years of experience and the latest technology, let's determine the most suitable treatment method together.