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Why are orthodontic records necessary?

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 08:39:23 GMT

Why are orthodontic records necessary

Diamond Bar Dental Imaging provides pre-treatment records that determine facial growth patterns, confirm a diagnosis, and provide necessary information to plan treatment. Taking subsequent records throughout the treatment process will measure progress along the way. The importance of measurement throughout treatment is often overlooked, meaning a patient may potentially go through a long treatment period and not have the desired outcome at the end.

Diagnosis: Advanced Imaging will confirm a diagnosis, and provide documentation of the oral condition, to assist in treatment planning. Accurate information is important to determine what needs to be treated.

Treatment Planning: Orthodontic records give your dentist a picture of your oral condition and include a medical history of allergies or drug contraindications. Accurate records ensure accurate treatment planning. Some people are allergic to metals or latex. Alternative materials can be used if allergies are present. Orthodontic records collected periodically throughout treatment will determine if adjustments to the treatment plan are required.

Determine Facial Growth Patterns: Especially helpful when treating children and adolescents, tracking facial growth patterns allows the orthodontist to see even slight changes that may impact the treatment plan and make adjustments before the growth causes irreversible damage or pain. The appearance of wisdom teeth is a good example.

Measure Progress: Tracking the progress of orthodontic treatments is helpful for future treatment planning. Orthodontic record scanning will determine when a treatment is not working so changes can be made if necessary. It is important your orthodontist sees measurement as necessary so that you are sure the treatments are progressing normally or determine that changes in treatment are needed.

How will I benefit from advanced imaging?

myportal.marketing@gmail.com (MyPortal Marketing) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 08:25:21 GMT

How will I benefit from advanced imaging?

Accuracy : Advanced imaging has entered the 3rd dimension. So you can imagine the significant improvements in dentistry for accuracy of diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment. Digital imaging means your dentist can zoom in on specific areas to see more details. The advantage of detailed imaging means there is less chance of misdiagnosis or treatment errors; instead, diagnosis can be made early in the disease process and treated effectively with precision.
More Detailed Information: A 3D image shows your dentist the entire picture of the whole mouth and skull from every angle. A particular frame can be captured and enlarged to capture even more detailed information.
Safer: Digital scanning is much faster than a traditional x-ray, so you are exposed to radiation for a much shorter period of time, 10 seconds, as compared to 5-10 minutes of a traditional x-ray.
More Efficient : A dvanced dental imaging has benefits making it more efficient than a traditional x-ray. You literally are in and out within minutes, so it is a huge time saver. The procedures are less intrusive because you don't have to bite down on plastic. And digital scanning does not require film, making it more cost-effective as well.

Why did my dentist refer me to a Dental Imaging Center?

myportal.marketing@gmail.com (MyPortal Marketing) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 08:12:24 GMT

Why did my dentist refer me to a Dental Imaging Center?

Your dentist is committed to delivering each patient the highest quality of care. Advancements in technology and science continually improve the oral health of Americans. In recent years there have been significant improvements in the technology of X-rays. The Dental Imaging Center utilizes the most advanced technology, with staff explicitly trained to best use new equipment.

Clinical Signs/Symptoms that indicate the need for dental imaging include:

Evidence of periodontal disease
Large, deep restorations
Deep decayed lesions
Crooked or impacted teeth
Swelling
Growth abnormalities
Dental /facial trauma
Loose teeth
Abnormal Sinus tract
Evidence of foreign objects
Pain and clicking of the temporomandibular joint
Use of Abutment teeth for fixed or removable partial prosthesis
Unexplained bleeding
Unexplained sensitivity of teeth
Oral involvement in known or suspected systemic disease
The unusual eruption, spacing, or migration of teeth
Unusual tooth morphology, calcification, or color
Unexplained tooth loss
Tooth erosion
Peri-implantitis ( swelling around an implant)

Dental imaging as a diagnostic tool has progressed from the detection of decay and gum disease. Advanced technology allows the dentist to diagnose other clinical conditions, evaluate treatment options, and plan treatments. Advanced imaging is an excellent example of the precise placement of a dental implant.