Diagnosis and Digital Planning
Modern dental treatment begins long before the patient sits in the chair for a procedure. The quality of pre-treatment diagnosis and digital planning determines the precision, safety, and predictability of everything that follows.
Comprehensive Pre-Treatment Diagnosis
Before proposing any treatment plan, our clinicians gather a complete picture of the patient's oral status. This includes:
Clinical examination: A systematic assessment of every tooth, the gum tissue, bite, jaw joints, and soft tissues.
Radiographic imaging: Panoramic X-ray provides a full-mouth overview. CBCT (cone beam CT) scanning is used for implant planning, wisdom tooth assessment, and complex restorative cases — providing millimetre-accurate three-dimensional bone data.
Digital impressions: The Medit i700 intraoral scanner captures a precise 3D model of the teeth and gums in minutes, without the discomfort of traditional impression materials.
Intraoral photography: High-resolution photographs document the current state of the dentition and support communication with the dental laboratory.
From Data to Plan
Once the diagnostic data is gathered, it is integrated into digital planning software. For implant cases, virtual implant placement allows the clinician to select the optimal position, angle, and implant dimensions before any surgery takes place. For orthodontic cases, tooth movement simulation shows patient and clinician the expected outcome of aligner or brace treatment.
For restorative cases, digital design (CAD) allows the shape and fit of crowns, inlays, and bridges to be optimised before fabrication.
The Benefits for Patients
Thorough pre-treatment planning means fewer surprises. Patients understand what to expect before treatment begins. Clinicians can identify and address potential complications in advance. The treatment itself is more efficient, precise, and predictable.
At Smilecraft, we invest in comprehensive diagnostics because we believe it is the most important investment we can make in every patient's outcome.
