Information about the service 

• This service is delivered in 3 working days, depending on the complexity of the case and your approval time. 
• The 3D digital waxup model is sent as an STL file ready to 3D print, or you can choose a 3D printing option to be sent to you ready to use.

Digital Smile Design (DSD)

Overview:

Digital Smile Design (DSD) is an innovative dental procedure that employs digital technology to produce a visual representation of the potential outcome of cosmetic and restorative dental treatments. It empowers dentists to work closely with their patients to design a smile that is in harmony with the patient's facial aesthetics.

Key Features:

1. Patient-Centered: DSD puts the patient in the driver’s seat, allowing them to see the end result and participate actively in the design process.

2. Interdisciplinary Integration: DSD promotes seamless integration between dental professionals, such as periodontists, orthodontists, and surgeons, leading to comprehensive treatment planning.

3. Digital Tools: Utilizes modern digital tools like 2D imaging, 3D scans, and CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing) technology to simulate and plan procedures.

4. Treatment Predictability: By providing a digital mock-up of the final result, it allows for predictable outcomes and improved patient satisfaction.

5. Enhanced Communication: DSD aids in clearer communication between the dentist, dental technician, and patient, ensuring everyone has the same visual understanding of the expected results.

Procedure:

1. Photographic Analysis: High-quality facial and dental photos are taken to capture the current state of the patient's smile.

2. Digital Analysis: Using DSD software, the photos are analyzed, and the desired changes are plotted digitally.

3. Mock-up Creation: A physical or virtual mock-up is made to allow the patient to visualize the proposed design in 3D.

4. Review and Adjustments: The dentist and patient review the mock-up, discuss any modifications, and finalize the design.

5. Treatment Planning: Based on the finalized design, an interdisciplinary treatment plan is created, integrating various dental specialties if needed.

6. Execution: Once the design is agreed upon, the necessary treatments are executed, whether they be orthodontics, veneers, crowns, implants, or other dental procedures.

Benefits:

1. Improved Patient Satisfaction: Patients have a clear understanding of what to expect, reducing anxiety and improving overall satisfaction.
2. Efficiency: The predictability of the procedure can reduce the number of appointments and adjustments.
3. Holistic Approach: DSD focuses on the complete facial aesthetics, ensuring a harmonious smile transformation.