What makes The Smile Institute Unique?

At The Smile Institute dental practice, we proudly utilize the revolutionary Carestream 3D intraoral scanner to provide our patients with superior dentistry. This advanced technology replaces the uncomfortable traditional dental impressions involving putty-like materials and trays, offering a more comfortable and efficient alternative. The handheld device scans the mouth, ensuring a quick and precise process that significantly improves their overall comfort. This approach is particularly beneficial for patients with a sensitive gag reflex or those who have had negative experiences with traditional impressions in the past.

Panoramic X-rays provide a comprehensive view of the entire oral cavity, including the teeth, jawbone, sinuses, and temporomandibular joints. Cephalometric X-rays are specialized images that provide a detailed view of the side profile of the head and skull. CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) 3D X-rays offer highly detailed, three-dimensional images of the oral and maxillofacial structures. 

By incorporating Panoramic, Cephalometric, and CBCT 3D X-rays into our practice, we enhance our ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of dental conditions with greater accuracy and precision. These advanced imaging techniques allow us to tailor treatment plans to each patient’s specific needs, resulting in better dentistry, improved treatment outcomes, and ultimately, enhanced oral health for our valued patients at The Smile Institute dental practice.

The advanced 3D SprintRay printer allows us to create accurate and detailed dental models, including digital impressions obtained from our intraoral scanner. These models serve as valuable tools for treatment planning, orthodontic evaluations, and the fabrication of various dental appliances such as aligners, retainers, nightguards, and surgical stents. Printing surgical guides for implant placement provide a precise and predictable approach to implant surgery, ensuring optimal positioning and alignment of the implants. By using 3D printing technology, we can create custom guides that match the patient’s unique anatomy, resulting in improved accuracy, reduced surgical time, and enhanced implant success rates.

The Ministar technology involves the use of advanced medical-grade plastic materials to fabricate various dental devices, such as retainers, aligners, and nightguards. With the use of the Ministar it ensures a superior fit for the dental appliances, as the plastic molding process allows for highly accurate reproduction of the patient’s dental anatomy. This results in comfortable and well-fitting appliances that provide optimal functionality and patient satisfaction.

At The Smile Institute dental practice, we prioritize patient comfort and strive to create a relaxing environment for all our patients. To enhance the dental experience and provide an extra level of relaxation, we have incorporated massage dental chairs into our practice. These chairs are equipped with built-in massage functions that target different parts of your back. The gentle vibrations and soothing movements of the massage function help relieve tension, reduce anxiety, and promote a sense of tranquility for our patients.

These monitors serve a dual purpose at our practice. Firstly, they are utilized for patient presentations. We can present visual information, such as X-rays, intraoral images, and treatment plans, in a clear and easily understandable manner. This enables our patients to have a comprehensive understanding of their dental health, proposed treatments, and expected outcomes.  Secondly, the wall and ceiling mounted monitors are equipped with entertainment options to further enhance your comfort during dental treatments. We offer access to streaming services so that you can enjoy your favorite shows, movies, or documentaries during your procedure. 

At The Smile Institute dental practice, we prioritize patient comfort and strive to create a relaxing environment during dental procedures. To enhance your comfort and reduce any potential anxiety or discomfort, we provide noise-canceling headphones as part of our patient care. Our noise-canceling headphones provide an additional layer of comfort, allowing you to listen to calming music, tv shows, or movies, further enhancing your relaxation during the procedure.

At The Smile Institute dental practice, we value your comfort and convenience. To enhance your experience and provide a hassle-free approach to scheduling appointments, we have implemented online appointment booking technology. With just a few clicks, you can access our website and view available appointment slots that fit your schedule. 

At The Smile Institute dental practice, we strive to streamline and simplify your dental experience. To enhance efficiency and provide convenience for our patients, we utilize tablets and an online My Chart system for various aspects of your dental care, including filling out patient forms, signing dental consents, and presenting treatment plans. The digital format ensures that your information is accurately captured and securely stored, maintaining your privacy and streamlining the check-in process.

At The Smile Institute, we understand the importance of effective communication and ensuring that our patients never miss their dental appointments. To improve appointment reminders and streamline the confirmation process, we have implemented an automatic text messaging system. Our automatic text messaging system is designed to send timely and personalized reminders to our patients about their upcoming appointments.