The New Digital Workflow

Since its inception, CBCT imaging technology has steadily gained momentum and acceptance by doctors. There is no question regarding the effect digital technology has had on the dental industry as we know it. The impact will continue to expand as more advancements and education about CBCT technology come along.

One of the great benefits dentists acknowledge is that true 3D Ultra Low Dose technology provides better diagnostic quality at lower radiation levels than 2D and that it can help significantly increase diagnosis.

Planmeca Ultra-low Dose™ protocol “enables 3D imaging with an even lower patient radiation dose, achieving an average of 77% reduction in radiation, without a statistical reduction in image quality*.” That statement is based on findings from an independent study published by Dr. J.B. Ludlow and D. Koivisto. The study demonstrates radiation doses used in dental imaging can be reduced without loss of diagnostic quality. We are not aware of any other dental imaging manufacturer with an independent study that can claim the same.

Due to attention in the lay press about this issue, more education is needed as dental patients may have questions and concerns. To help encourage conversations about imaging safety, PlanmecaUSA developed a complimentary ULD certification program exclusively for Planmeca ProMax® 3D ULD-capable systems.

Still, technology acceptance can come at a reduced pace for some. Education, sharing best practices with colleagues and keeping up to date on advances in the industry helps speed acceptance.

In our continual efforts to increase education and help further spread the word about CBCT, Planmeca and Patterson Dental are hosting a complimentary dinner/educational event in advance of the 2018 AAO Annual Session. The seminar is titled “The Digital Age of Orthodontics: Discover the New Digital Workflow Using Planmeca Ultra Low Dose™ in your practice.” The event will take place on May 4th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Hamilton Restaurant, 600 14th Street NW in Washington, D.C. The seminar will highlight advanced technologies for orthodontics including using Planmeca 3D Ultra Low Dose™ protocol, Planmeca Emerald™ Intraoral Digital Scanners, 3D printing, and aligners.

Dr. Jay Burton, from Smile Makers Orthodontics in Nashville, Tenn. will use actual case studies from his practice to demonstrate how to utilize digital imaging in a practice. He will demonstrate how 3D and digital scanning can guide treatment planning for optimal outcomes, as well as the use of digital scanners for improved patient care and better return on investment.

For doctors interested in deepening their knowledge of CBCT and orthodontics please register for this Patterson Dental- sponsored event using the following link: www.planmeca.com/na/aao-patterson. We hope you will take advantage of this educational opportunity to learn more, ask questions and see how CBCT and orthodontics work together in the digital age.