T-Scan
T-Scan is a handheld tool that allows your dentist to measure bite force. In the past, dental practitioners had to rely on articulating paper marks to attempt to measure bite force, which was not an ideal way to gain this important diagnostic information. Now, with T-Scan, the team at Crews Dental can get this information accurately with both 2D and 3D modeling.
The process of using T-Scan is simple. All you have to do is bite down on a thin sensor attached to the handheld device. In mere moments, we can capture the data we need to plan your treatment, including data on the timing and force of your bite. The included software translates the data from the device into 2D and 3D images, which we can then send to the laboratory or use in the office to make a treatment plan. This data is also valuable for patient education. T-Scan is minimally invasive, poses no risk to you, and leads to improved treatment outcomes.
What Do We Use T-Scan For?
Improper bites can cause strain on your teeth and your jaw. That strain can lead to a wide range of problems. In the past, dentists struggled to find the source of these concerns because they did not have a consistent way to measure bite pressure. T-Scan technology has changed this.
T-Scan is a tool we can use to measure bite force for a wide range of conditions. These include:
- TMJ Disorder: Often, clenched teeth or uneven pressure in the mouth can cause proems with the jaw, leading to TMJ disorder.
- Tooth Pain: Uneven wear or pressure on a tooth can lead to tooth pain, and T-Scan lets us diagnose this cause more accurately.
- Dental Appliance Preparation: Dental appliances, such as splints and mouth guards, work best if there is even pressure on the teeth, and T-Scan lets us better craft custom appliances to fit your mouth and adjust your bite.
- Implants: For implants to last, you cannot have a bite that puts too much pressure on them. T-Scan can help provide accurate measures of the bite.
- Cosmetic Dentistry: Bite pressure can put too much pressure on veneers and other cosmetic dentistry products. That, in turn, can cause those devices to break or wear out prematurely.
- Denture Fittings: T-Scan can also help with denture fittings. With the tool, your dentist can analyze the forces inside your mouth to ensure the dentures are fitted properly for successful use.
If you are suffering from any condition that’s potentially due to your bite, the first step in diagnosing and treating the condition is measuring bite pressure. Contact Crews Dental to see if you are a good candidate for the T-Scan as a diagnostic tool.
T-Scan as Preventative Dental Care
While T-Scan is a great tool for treating disorders like TMJ or tooth pain, it can also be used as part of your wellness check. If we can spot bite issues before you develop an underlying problem, our dental team can help you reduce the pressure in your mouth through splinting and other treatment, so you don’t develop bigger problems later. Whether you are coming to Crews Dental as a new patient or are visiting for your annual checkup, we may use T-Scan to get an accurate picture of how your bite is affecting your oral health.
Benefits of Using T-Scan to Measure Bite Pressure
With T-Scan, we can get accurate, real-time data about your bite and its pressure. There is no longer any guesswork or room for human error in these measurements. They are fast, accurate, and clear. All of this adds up to better treatment that gives you a more aligned bite. This, in turn, means more comfort for your mouth.
T-Scan also captures more than just the amount of pressure. It also captures data about the timing of your bite. This data helps us treat you if you’re having premature contact occurring with some of your teeth before the rest of the teeth come into contact. This information was not available wit the articulating paper method.
As an added bonus, with T-Scan, we can often perform dental treatment with fewer visits to the dentist. The efficiency of the scans, followed by the instant rendering of the 2D and 3D models, means we can get more done at your initial appointment.
Talk to Crews Dental about T-Scan Today!
At Crews Dental, our goal is to provide the least invasive, most effective treatments and therapies to our patients as we can. To help us reach that goal, we are proud to offer the innovative T-Scan treatment. Improved accuracy, efficiency, and outcomes make this a logical choice to add to our practice. Reach out today to see if T-Scan should be part of your oral health treatment planning.
