The JK Orthodontics team is committed to staying on the cutting edge of our ever-changing industry!
The vast majority of orthodontic patients were essentially forced into utilizing old-fashioned, bulky braces for long periods of time not even too long ago. Since the beginning of invisible aligners a little over 20 years ago, orthodontic treatment has continuously evolved through the used of advanced technology.
The most recent technological advancements throughout the industry have been oriented around dramatically improving the overall patient experience, and the JK Orthodontics team has always been committed towards continuing education programs and seminars that help us remain on the cutting edge of the industry.
Below we’ll be going over some of the recent technological innovations within orthodontics that have improved the orthodontic treatment experience!
Virtual Consultations
Although virtual consultations and appointments have actually been around for a number of years, there’s no doubt about it that the COVID-19 pandemic made these types of treatment experiences much more popular over the past year. Virtual consultations have now made it much safer and convenient for orthodontic patients to initiate their treatment process and get expert advice from Dr. Karpac.
Although there’s no doubt about it that virtual consultations won’t be a comprehensive replacement of in-person examinations, going the virtual route can still provide patients with treatment quotes and recommendations through simply sharing a series of photos online.
Even with the pandemic seemingly winding down due to vaccination availability, virtual consultations are still a no-pressure way for parents and children to better understand what’s available to them in terms of orthodontic treatment options. And once you opt-in to begin treatment, you’ll then meet Dr. Karpac and have all of the necessary digital images and x-rays taken within a COVID-safe environment.
Dental Monitoring
Our Line-M-Up™ invisible aligner system is already really convenient for orthodontic patients, and Dental Monitoring is making this innovative treatment process even more appealing to countless patients. There are many great benefits to invisible aligner systems like Line-M-Up™, but every Line-M-Up™ patient still needs to come into one of our offices on a regular basis for checkup appointments.
But Dental Monitoring has now allowed invisible aligner patients to reduce the overall number of necessary in-person visits. You’ll be able to conduct checkup appointments virtually by sending in photos of your teeth, and we’ll then inform you about whether or not you’re ready to move on to your next set of aligner trays.
The 3600 Carestream Scanner
Innovative forms of technology are now being implemented within every step of the orthodontic treatment process, including during initial consultations. We’ll be sure to conduct thorough assessments to better prepare you or your child for orthodontic treatment, and one step of this assessment process is to obtain teeth impressions from the patient.
Not too long ago this process would entail putty material that would need to remain in a patient’s mouth for around five minutes, and many times these impressions would need to be re-done due to a whole variety of difficulties.
But today the JK Orthodontics team is utilizing the state-of-the-art 3600 Carestream Scanner. So instead of putty, we’re now developing digital scans of a patient’s jaws and teeth that now only takes a couple of minutes to provide real-time, high-quality images.
So this impression process is not only much more pleasant and efficient, but it’s also a lot more accurate!
Custom Braces
A lot of orthodontic patients will require traditional braces in order to obtain their most optimal smile, and custom braces have become wildly popular in recent years for countless patients.
Custom braces are developed via 3D imaging to provide precise fits for individual patients, which then results in increased comfort and improved overall results. Custom-fitting braces also allow for more efficiency in terms of teeth movement, which subsequently leads to shorter treatment times and less checkup appointments.
So although the initial price of custom braces may seem more expensive as compared to more traditional options, it’s important to remember that a lot of prices are offset due to shorter treatment and generally less appointments.
Reach Out To JK Orthodontics To Learn More About The Technology We Utilize Within Our Orthodontic Treatments!
JK Orthodontics has always been committed to providing our patients with the most cutting-edge treatment possible, and this is one of the many reasons why we’re one of the most trusted orthodontic treatment teams throughout the entire Columbus Metro Area.
Reach out to us online or call us at 614-766-0330 (Dublin office) or 614-471-6355 (Gahanna office) to get in touch with our team and let us know what questions/concerns you have about the technological innovations we’ll utilize within your own or your child’s orthodontic treatment!