As technological innovations continue to improve everyone's daily lives, they have also aided in the creation of innovative dental tools and treatments. Intraoral cameras are one such example. These cameras assist both patients and dentists in gaining a better and clearer understanding of dental issues and providing more effective treatment strategies for each patient.
At Next Level Dental, P.C. in Smyrna, TN, we believe in utilizing cutting-edge technology to deliver better care and more precise diagnoses and treatments for our patients, and we often employ novel equipment like intraoral cameras in our clinic.
Intraoral cameras are essentially tiny digital cameras that allow dentists to record images of difficult-to-reach locations in the mouth. They are great tools for detecting tooth abnormalities that are disguised even in the most difficult locations of the mouth.
Intraoral cameras use a tiny camera to capture high-resolution images of the teeth and mouth. After the photos are captured, imaging software is typically used to stitch hundreds of photographs together to build a digital 3D model of the intraoral cavity.
Dentists can utilize the cameras for a variety of purposes and collect various types of photos. An intraoral camera may be used by a dentist or periodontist to acquire images of the soft tissues of the mouth, such as the gums and soft palate.
The primary purpose of using an intraoral camera is to assess and diagnose oral health issues. The intraoral camera can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
At Next Level Dental, P.C., our team can offer you the best dental care. To schedule an appointment, call (615) 459-6354 or visit us at 693 President Pl #101, Smyrna, TN 37167.
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