Embrace the Future with Virtual Orthodontic Appointments
At Quad City Orthodontics, we value your time and are dedicated to providing convenient, efficient care. That’s why we’re excited to offer a range of time-saving amenities, including virtual consultations, online patient forms, iTero digital impressions, and now, the innovative Dental Monitoring! This cutting-edge technology allows you to spend less time in the office and more time enjoying your life.
What is Dental Monitoring?
Dental Monitoring simplifies your orthodontic journey by enabling you to send images and videos of your teeth to our office from the comfort of your home. Here’s how it works:
- Initial Consultation: All treatments, whether with clear aligners or braces, start with an in-office consultation with Dr. Anne Richards or Dr. Jessica Piepenbrink. This initial visit provides the essential information to plan your treatment.
- Ongoing Monitoring: After your consultation, it allows us to track your progress without requiring frequent in-office visits. By receiving regular updates, we can monitor your treatment closely and adjust as needed.
How Does It Work?
- Setup: At the beginning of your treatment, we’ll assist you in setting up your account on Dental Monitoring.
- Scans: You’ll receive cheek retractors and guidance on taking clear photos or video scans of your teeth. Check out our Video Mode tutorial for tips.
- Weekly Updates: For clear aligners, you’ll send a scan each week. We’ll review these scans to determine if it’s time to switch to your next set of aligners or if you should continue with the current ones.
- Support: You can also use it to ask questions or address issues. The scans help us monitor:
- Aligner Fit
- Wire Activation
- Hygiene Evaluation (plaque control)
- Gingivitis
- Decalcification (early white spot lesions)
Why Use Dental Monitoring?
Dental Monitoring offers unmatched convenience:
- Accessible Anywhere: Monitor your progress from any location, reducing the need for frequent office visits.
- Ideal for Busy Lifestyles: Perfect for:
- Frequent Travelers who may find it challenging to visit the office regularly
- Busy Professionals balancing a demanding work schedule
- Active Families with busy extracurricular schedules
- Students managing their academic commitments
- Individuals with Limited Transportation options
- Parents juggling multiple responsibilities