3Shape Intra-Oral Scanning in Windsor: A More Comfortable Way to Capture Dental Impressions

At Willistead Family Dental in Windsor, we are committed to using modern technology that enhances accuracy and improves patient comfort. Our practice now offers the 3Shape intra-oral scanner, a digital tool that captures detailed images of the teeth and gums without the need for traditional impression material.

What Is the 3Shape Intra-Oral Scanner?

The 3Shape scanner is a handheld digital device that takes a series of high-resolution images inside the mouth. These images create a precise 3D model of your teeth, which can be used for a variety of dental treatments.

This technology allows us to collect the information we need in a clean, efficient, and comfortable way.

How Digital Scanning Works

During your visit, the scanner is gently moved around your mouth while capturing thousands of images. These are stitched together instantly to form a digital model.

The process is:

Fast
Clean
Comfortable
Highly detailed

This digital model can be used for crowns, bridges, night guards, whitening trays, dentures, and other restorative or preventive treatments depending on your needs.

Benefits of Digital Scanning

Using the 3Shape intra-oral scanner offers several advantages:

No traditional impression material
Enhanced accuracy for restorations
Immediate viewing of digital scans
More efficient communication with dental laboratories
Improved comfort for patients who find impressions difficult

These benefits help support a smoother workflow and allow us to gather precise clinical information during your visit.

What Treatments Use the 3Shape Scanner?

At our Walkerville clinic, digital scans are used for:

Crowns
Bridges
Night guards
Whitening trays
Dentures
Invisalign and orthodontic assessments

Your dentist will let you know when digital scanning is recommended as part of your treatment plan.

Experience Digital Dentistry in Windsor

If you prefer an impression-free alternative or have struggled with traditional impression materials in the past, our 3Shape intra-oral scanner may be a helpful option. We’re pleased to offer this technology as part of our commitment to comfortable, accurate dental care.

📍 Willistead Family Dental, Walkerville, Windsor
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