Why Digital Impressions Lead to More Effective Treatment

It used to be that if you needed impressions made of your teeth and gums for things like dentures, dental implants, retainers, and clear aligners, you’d have to sit with an awkward mouthful of dental putty for a few minutes. Not only was this method uncomfortable and messy, but the results weren’t always as accurate as they could be, either. That’s because things like human error, slight movement during the curing process, and damage during shipping frequently occur. Today, however, digital impression systems have taken much of the frustration out of this process. Here’s a closer look at the benefits of using these systems, and how digital impressions lead to better fitting restorations!