Innovative Technologies in Modern Dentistry: What Patients Need to Know

Dentistry technologies are undergoing a rapid transformation as in other health fields. Thanks to technological advances and this rapid transformation, dental and oral treatments have improved significantly. They have become more comfortable, personalized, and effective in recent years. Specifically, thanks to innovations targeting patient comfort, dental treatments that were laborious and painful in the past are now painless for patients, and much easier for dentists. Moreover, the chances of success of the treatments are increasing, leading to higher patient satisfaction.

From artificial intelligence to 3D printing technologies, from high-end imaging methods to smart communication methods, this article highlights technologies that have brought great innovation or pose great potential in the field of dentistry. After reading this article, you will not only recognize innovative technologies but also learn what they mean for you so that you will enjoy the benefits they bring.

What Are The Innovative Technologies In Modern Dentistry?

The field of dentistry has been closely following technological developments for many years, but in recent years, some innovative technologies have come to the fore, and have made significant contributions to the diagnosis and treatment of various oral and dental health problems. Here are some innovative technologies that have made a remarkable impact on dentistry in recent years or have a high potential to do so:

    1. Digital Oral Impression Systems

Until recently, the most common method for taking impressions of teeth was plaster covering around them. Plaster impressions, or plaster models, could be uncomfortable for some patients, and the accuracy of the impressions was relatively lower. Today, imaging and impression-taking can be done much faster and more precisely using laser technologies. Teeth are scanned with beams and 3D impressions are taken instantly,  and treatment planning can be started practically.

    2. CAD and CAM Technologies

Thanks to CAD (computer-aided design) and CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) technologies, digital scans can be quickly and completely transferred to computer systems and dental restorations are produced perfectly as agreed by the patient and the dentist. With CAD and CAM technologies, many restorations such as implant prostheses and porcelain veneers can be produced flawlessly in a short time. Patients can save a great deal of time, as laboratory processes are greatly shortened.

    3. Laser Treatments

The biggest innovation brought by laser treatments is that patients feel more comfortable during the surgeries. Thanks to laser technologies that can be used in many areas from caries removal to gum treatments, tissue damage is minimized. Thus, while patients have less painful and bleeding treatments, their recovery time is significantly shortened. So, they can return to their work or school sooner. Another important advantage of laser technology is that it makes the working environment of dentists more sterile due to minimal tissue damage. It greatly reduces the possibility of infection for patients.

    4. 3D Printers

3D printers have already made ground in many industrial fields. Not surprisingly, they yield successful results in dentistry, too. It has been desired for many years that the prostheses to be used in oral and dental treatments be longer lasting and aesthetic. Fortunately, now, 3D printers provide great benefits in this regard. In addition, 3D printouts play a critical role in showing the patient’s mouth model realistically before certain treatments. As a result, 3D printing technologies, which can be used both before and during treatment, have become a very handy technology for both patients and dentists.

    5. Artificial Intelligence

One of the most interesting innovative technologies is artificial intelligence (AI). Artificial intelligence has quickly found its place in the field of dentistry, as in many fields. Thanks to artificial intelligence, a large amount of data can be rapidly analyzed, and dental professionals can diagnose dental problems accurately and fast. In addition, artificial intelligence can make a treatment plan for the patient by comparing and contrasting the current situation with treatment methods in similar situations. Finally, artificial intelligence has also started to come to the forefront of prosthetic designs. Dentists can optimize their designs of prostheses with artificial intelligence tools.

    6. Virtual and Augmented Reality

Thanks to virtual reality (VR) technologies, recommended or planned treatment methods can be visually explained to patients who wish. In addition, used as part of the training of surgeons or dentist candidates, virtual reality technology indirectly improves the quality of treatments and offers great advantages to patients.

    7. Biomaterials

Loss of teeth, tissue, or bone can cause major problems for patients. Fortunately, with advances in technology, tissue engineering and regenerative medicine are gaining traction. These breakthroughs, which aim to replace missing teeth or tissue using biomaterials without harming the patient, have attracted a lot of attention in recent years. Also, since the biomaterials used as complementary elements in implant treatments are antibacterial, the risk of infection is very low.

    8. Information And Communication Technologies

Advancing information and communication technologies are eliminating geographical borders and distances nowadays. Thanks to teledentistry, and the use of information technology for dental care, patients and dentists can have instant and efficient meetings. In addition, thanks to social media and mobile applications, patients can contact dental clinics and dentists more quickly. They can access many reviews and recommendations about any treatment, dentist, or dental clinic.

Melsadent Tuzla Digital Dentistry

Melsadent Tuzla Digital Dentistry is the first choice of many patients from different parts of the country and the world owing to its easily accessible location, hygienic environment, and high-tech equipment. Adhering to friendly service and maximum patient satisfaction, our professional and experienced team offers many oral and dental treatments with customized treatment plans. 

Our expert team, which is in close contact with innovative technologies, applies the most appropriate diagnosis and treatment in line with the needs of our patients following the most painless methods possible. We promise our valued patients beautiful and healthy smiles by using several technologies such as digital dentistry, biomaterials, artificial intelligence, and advanced imaging systems. Thanks to the innovative technologies used at Melsadent, treatments have become more effective, personalized, and comfortable. You can contact Melsadent Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic today to get rid of your oral and dental problems and to get a healthier and more aesthetic smile.