Will Dental Monitoring Replace My Orthodontist?

Morita Orthodontics is proud to be at the forefront of modern orthodontic advancements. Committed to providing our patients with the best of the best, our team stays on top of emerging technology to provide the most up-to-date treatment possible. One of these advancements includes a nifty addition known as dental monitoring.

What Is Dental Monitoring and What Does It Mean For My Treatment?

Dental monitoring is a convenient tool that Morita Orthodontics has incorporated to help streamline the orthodontic treatment process in Honolulu. Once your treatment has begun, a cutting-edge mobile app can be downloaded to your phone. Once you have the app, you will be able to submit photos of your teeth through it for the team at Morita to view. Once we receive them, we can analyze them to track progress remotely. Using predictive software, we are able to evaluate progress and predict future movement. Because of this convenient tool, we can reduce the number of in-office check-up appointments that are needed.

Does that mean dental monitoring is a replacement for the orthodontist? Of course not! Dental monitoring is simply an additional tool that supplements your treatment to add a layer of flexibility and efficiency. Dr. Morita and his team will be by your side from your first consultation through the end of treatment – and beyond! What dental monitoring offers is an alternative to in-person visits that help streamline treatment and speed up the overall timeline. Think of it as having a direct line to your orthodontist right in your pocket! Whether you’re busy with school, work, or planning to be out of town, you can stay committed to your orthodontic care with just a few taps on the screen. We can communicate back with you with any guidance needed, including if we notice an emerging issue that needs to be addressed in the office.  Dental monitoring is a wonderful tool for added convenience and accurate treatment tracking, but it will never replace the expert training or personal repertoire that comes from a trained orthodontist like Dr. Morita.

Schedule An Appointment with Morita Orthodontics Today

Dental monitoring is one of the many things offered at Morita Orthodontics aimed toward providing our patients with the highest quality, most progressive care. Whether you’re pursuing metal braces, Invisalign, or one of our other types of braces, dental monitoring can provide a streamlined experience that makes your life easier! To learn more about the orthodontic care we offer in Honolulu and Aiea, contact us to schedule an appointment today!