What’s an intraoral camera?

Have you ever heard of an intraoral camera? It resembles a large pen and helps the dentist get a more thorough look at your teeth and mouth. This camera serves several purposes, and guess what? It can actually help save you money in the long run!

What does an intraoral camera do?

An intraoral camera captures high-quality video images of the inside of your mouth. It’s similar to an X-ray, but for the outside of your teeth instead of the inside.

How does an intraoral camera work?

Intraoral cameras are equipped with LED lights that allow the dentist to examine your mouth more thoroughly. Intraoral cameras are generally connected to a computer or television screen, allowing patients to see what the dentist is seeing in real-time.

Why is an intraoral camera beneficial?

An intraoral camera is useful for many reasons, but these are some of the ways it directly benefits you as a patient:

Early diagnosis

An intraoral camera helps the dentist detect problems like cracks, lesions, and potential infections early on before they become more serious. This means less invasive and less expensive treatment options for you!

Better documentation

The images captured by an intraoral camera are easily saved to a computer and can be shared quickly with patients, other dentists, or insurance companies. They can also be used to compare teeth before and after treatment.

Clearer communication

Using an intraoral camera, the dentist can show you exactly what they are seeing and better explain problems or concerns. It’s typically easier for patients to understand what the dentist is explaining when they have an accompanying visual. Intraoral camera images make the communication process between dentist and patient easier and more effective.

Here at Hale Family Dental, we are proud to use intraoral cameras to make our dental examinations as thorough as possible. If you would like more information about intraoral cameras, feel free to contact us at (801) 621-1912 or stop by our office today!