How We Use Advanced Technology to Perfect Your New Smile
At Smile Clinic, we combine the latest advancements in dental technology with expert craftsmanship to create precise, natural-looking smiles. From digital scanning to guided implant surgery and custom-milled zirconia bridges, every step of the 3 on 6™ process is enhanced by state-of-the-art innovations.
Advanced Scanning & Digital Impressions
We use CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) and intraoral scanners to capture highly detailed 3D images of your mouth. These scans allow us to plan treatment with pinpoint accuracy, ensuring optimal implant placement and long-term success—all without the discomfort of traditional impressions.
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While we always want to restore proper function with a smile, we also take an esthetics approach in our smile restorations. For this reason we use facial scanning technology, allowing us to plan a smile that doesn't just feel good, but that looks good too!
Comfort & Sedation Technology
We use modern sedation techniques, including IV sedation and general anesthesia, to keep you relaxed throughout your procedure. A dedicated anesthesiologist is in the operatory for the duration of the surgery, monitoring vitals and ensuring that you are asleep and comfortable for the duration of the treatment.
Surgical Precision with 3D-Printed Guides
Using digital scans, we design custom surgical guides that act as a blueprint for implant placement. These guides, created with 3D printing technology, ensure each implant is positioned precisely for strength, function, and aesthetics.
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What this means for the patient is that their implants are being placed into the most optimal locations for success. This also means that surgeries can be done quicker and more predictably.
A Seamless, Fully Digital Workflow
Once your implants are placed during surgery, we take a precise digital scan of your mouth using advanced intraoral scanning technology. This scan captures the exact position of your implants and the shape of your gum tissue, ensuring a perfect fit for your temporary teeth.
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The digital scan is immediately sent to our state-of-the-art dental lab, where expert technicians design your temporary teeth with precision, matching it perfectly to your implants and natural bite. Once designed, your temporary teeth are 3D printed locally in our office and placed the same day, providing you with a functional, natural-looking smile while your implants heal. This process ensures a customized fit and optimal comfort from day one.
Custom-Designed, Milled Zirconia Bridges
Unlike traditional dentures or acrylic-based restorations, our bridges are crafted from high-strength zirconia. Using CAD/CAM technology, each bridge is digitally designed and precision-milled for a natural look, incredible durability, and a perfect fit.
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After the bridges are milled, they are then baked or sintered in a machine to bring them to their full strength. Finally, a lab technician will hand polish and prepare the bridges for delivery.
