In the early diagnosis of dental caries, in addition to visual-tactile examination and radiographs, the use of intraoral cameras enables the visualization of minor changes in hard dental tissues, the acquisition of more reliable data, and the reduction of subjectivity in diagnosis to achieve more objective results; thus, through preventive and arresting measures, the performance of unnecessary restorations in dentistry is prevented.
An intraoral camera is a modern imaging technology that instantly projects high-resolution images of the teeth and oral tissues onto a screen. Thanks to its small and ergonomic design, it can be easily used inside the mouth and helps examine hard-to-see areas in detail.
Thanks to this technology, patients can directly see problems in their teeth or oral tissues on the screen. Thus, while the diagnosis and treatment process becomes more understandable, communication between the physician and the patient is also strengthened.
Advantages
- Provides detailed imaging of teeth and oral tissues.
- Helps patients better understand their current oral health status by seeing it.
- Supports the detection of cavities, cracks, fillings, and gum problems.
- Images can be digitally recorded and tracked.
- Allows for pre- and post-treatment comparisons.
Intraoral camera technology is one of the essential digital dentistry applications that both contributes to accurate diagnosis and supports patients in participating more consciously in their treatment processes.