DIGITAL SCANNER

Modern Technolgy for the Best Experience

At Godley Family Orthodontics, we believe your smile journey should be as comfortable and precise as possible. That’s why our orthodontist uses advanced digital scanning technology instead of traditional dental impressions. Our state-of-the-art intraoral digital scanners capture a quick, highly accurate 3D image of your teeth and bite, allowing us to design customized treatment plans with incredible precision.

WHAT IS DIGITAL SCANNING?

Comfort meets precision

We are an impression-free practice – which means no mess, no goop. Using our intraoral digital scanner, we are able to quickly and comfortably take a record of your teeth. This creates an instant 3D map of your teeth and bite. With an iTero digital scan, Dr. Godley also has the ability to simulate what your new smile could look like with braces or aligner treatment.

A digital scanner uses a small, handheld wand to take thousands of images of your teeth in seconds. These images are combined into a detailed 3D model that your orthodontist can use to plan braces, aligners, or other treatments. Unlike “goopy” impressions, digital scanning is clean, quick, and comfortable.

At Godley Family Orthodontics in Zionsville, IN, an orthodontist in a white lab coat stands by a 3D digital scanner.

Dental scanning machine on wheels with a screen displaying a dental image.

Benefits of Digital Scanning

Comfortable Experience – No more messy impression trays or gagging.

Faster Results – Real-time images appear instantly.

Incredible Accuracy – Precise 3D scans reduce the chance of errors and retakes.

Better Visualization – The doctor can see the teeth and bite with more precision.

Eco-Friendly – No impression material or stone waste.

Digital Scans vs. Dental Impressions

Digital dental scans are a much more comfortable and modern alternative to traditional putty impressions. Instead of having a tray filled with thick, sticky material pressed into your mouth and waiting for it to set, a digital scan uses a small handheld camera to gently capture images of your teeth. Many patients remember putty impressions as messy, awkward, and sometimes triggering a gag reflex, while digital scanning is simple, quick, and stress-free.

The scanner creates an incredibly accurate 3D model in just a few minutes, without any mess, discomfort, or radiation. Because the scan can be paused and restarted, you’re never stuck in an uncomfortable moment the way you might feel during a putty impression. The end result is not only a more pleasant experience for you, but also a highly precise digital model that helps your orthodontist design the best treatment for your smile.

With digital scanning, both patients and orthodontists benefit from a faster, cleaner, and more predictable start to treatment.

Smiling woman in a dental chair at Godley Family Orthodontics in Zionsville, IN, wearing a red top and dental bib after orthodontic treatment.

How Digital Scans are Used in Orthodontics

Digital scans play an important role throughout your orthodontic treatment:

Treatment Planning – Orthodontists use the scans to create plans for braces or clear aligner therapy (like Angel Aligner or Invisalign®).

Appliance Fabrication – Digital models are used to create retainers, expanders, and clear aligners with a precise fit.

Progress Tracking – Scans can be compared over time to measure tooth movement and ensure treatment stays on track.

Patient Education – 3D models make it easy to explain bite problems and treatment goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is digital scanning painful?

Digital intraoral scans are not painful at all. In fact, they are much more comfortable than the old-fashioned putty impressions. Instead of having a tray full of sticky material held in your mouth, digital scans use a small handheld camera wand that gently scans your teeth to take detailed images of your bite while you just sit back and relax. There’s no mess or pain. Many patients are surprised at how smooth and comfortable the experience is.

How long does a digital scan take?

Will I be able to see my digital scan?

How does a digital scanner work?

Digital scanners uses advanced optical technology—basically a tiny camera that captures thousands of pictures per second to create a 3D model of your teeth and bite. There’s no radiation involved; it simply uses safe optical light to take highly accurate images. This means it’s comfortable, mess-free, and safe for patients of all ages. The result is a precise digital model that helps us plan your orthodontic care with incredible detail, without any exposure to x-rays.

Experience modern technology

Digital scanning has transformed orthodontics by replacing messy molds with comfortable, high-tech options. Instead of traditional trays, patients can now enjoy digital impressions dental technology, which uses an intraoral scanner orthodontist teams rely on for accuracy and ease. At Godley Family Orthodontics, we have an iTero scanner to capture a precise 3D image of your teeth and bite in just minutes. These scans not only make the process faster and more comfortable, but they also improve treatment planning for braces or aligners. Patients searching for an iTero digital impression Zionsville will find that this technology allows us to show an instant simulation of your smile—making orthodontic care more exciting, predictable, and patient-friendly.

Digital scanning is just one of the many ways Godley Family Orthodontics combines modern technology with compassionate care. Whether you’re considering braces, clear aligners, or other orthodontic treatments, you can feel confident knowing your care is built on accuracy, innovation, and comfort.

To learn more, visit the Orthodontist Zionsville, IN loves at Godley Family Orthodontics. Our office is located at 12036 N Michigan Rd, Suite 110, Zionsville, IN 46077.

Schedule your free consultation today and see how digital scanning technology can make your smile journey easier than ever!

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