Our Technology

3D Scanner

At Rice Orthodontics, we believe that advanced technology should enhance both the patient experience and the quality of treatment. That’s why we use a state-of-the-art 3D scanner to take highly detailed digital impressions of your teeth and bite — without the need for traditional impression trays.

With just a small, handheld scanner, we can capture a precise 3D image of your mouth in minutes. This eliminates the mess, discomfort, and gagging associated with old-fashioned molds while providing a more detailed and accurate digital model for treatment planning.

Benefits of our 3D scanner include:

• More Accurate Impressions — Digital scans provide greater precision, ensuring that aligners, retainers, and other appliances fit perfectly.
• Enhanced Patient Comfort — No more sticky, goopy material in your mouth—just a quick, easy, and painless scan.
• Faster Treatment Planning — Digital impressions can be instantly shared with our team and used to create a customized treatment plan without delays.
• Real-Time Visuals — See a simulated preview of your treatment results, giving you a clear picture of your future smile.

By using this cutting-edge technology, we ensure a better fit for appliances, a more comfortable patient experience, and highly precise treatment outcomes.

CBCT

Our commitment to accuracy and patient safety starts with advanced CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) imaging. This 3D X-ray technology provides a detailed, panoramic view of your teeth, jaw, and facial structures, allowing Dr. Rice to assess your orthodontic needs with unmatched precision.

Unlike traditional 2D X-rays, CBCT scans capture a 360-degree, high-resolution image of your mouth and surrounding structures in just seconds. This means we can see beyond the surface to identify issues that might otherwise go undetected.

Here’s how CBCT enhances your treatment:

• More Accurate Diagnoses — CBCT imaging allows us to detect impacted teeth, jaw misalignments, and hidden dental concerns with greater accuracy.
• Safer, Low-Radiation Imaging — Our CBCT scanner uses a lower dose of radiation compared to medical CT scans, making it a safe option for patients of all ages.
• Better Treatment Planning — With a complete 3D view of your facial structure, we can create highly customized treatment plans for braces, aligners, and other orthodontic solutions.
• Ideal for Complex Cases — CBCT is especially beneficial for patients with impacted teeth, TMJ concerns, airway issues, and surgical orthodontic needs.

By incorporating CBCT technology into our practice, we ensure that every treatment plan is based on the most comprehensive and precise imaging available, leading to better outcomes and a healthier, more beautiful smile.

At Rice Orthodontics, we are always looking for ways to improve the patient experience through advanced technology. Our new 3D printing capabilities allow us to provide faster, more precise, and more convenient orthodontic care — so you can achieve a beautiful, healthy smile with the latest innovations in the field.