Advanced Tools for Precise, Coordinated Care
Great dentistry starts with careful diagnosis and thoughtful planning, and the right technology makes both more precise. At Today’s Dentistry in Vancouver, WA, we’ve invested in advanced dental technology to support everything from routine checkups to complex full-arch implant treatment.
Technology never replaces clinical judgment. It supports it. Every tool below helps Dr. Darius Arlauskas and Dr. Sarah Barber make better decisions, communicate clearly, and deliver results that last.
Diagnostic Technology That Shows the Full Picture
- Digital X-Rays: Digital X-rays capture detailed images in seconds with significantly less radiation than traditional film. Images appear on a screen chairside, so we can review findings with you right away and catch concerns like decay or bone loss earlier.
- Cone Beam CT: A cone beam CT (CBCT) scan creates a 3D view of your teeth, jawbone, sinuses, and nerve pathways. We use CBCT routinely, not just for complex cases. It is a standard part of implant planning, bone grafting evaluations, and root canal treatment, including cases that initially appear straightforward. This 3D imaging helps us identify additional canals, unusual anatomy, hidden pathology, and other issues that may not be apparent on traditional X-rays, so we can plan treatment more accurately and with fewer surprises.
- Intraoral Camera: This small, pen-sized camera shows you exactly what we see inside your mouth. Seeing a cracked filling or worn tooth on screen makes it easier to understand your diagnosis and feel confident about your care decisions.
Digital Technology for Comfortable, Accurate Treatment
- Digital Impressions: Digital impressions replace messy traditional molds with a quick 3D scan of your teeth. Beyond comfort, the biggest advantage is accuracy. Conventional impressions involve several additional steps, including pouring stone models and then scanning those models in a laboratory, and each step introduces another opportunity for error. Our digital workflow eliminates those steps, sending your scan directly into our design software for crowns, aligners, and implant restorations.
- Facial Scanner: Our facial scanner captures the contours of your face so new teeth can be designed in harmony with your lips, smile line, and facial proportions. This is especially valuable for full-arch and cosmetic cases, where the result needs to look natural from every angle.
- Digital Smile Design: With digital smile design, you can preview potential results before treatment begins. We combine photos, scans, and design software to map out tooth shape, length, and alignment, then refine the plan based on your feedback.
Implant and Restorative Technology Under One Roof
- Guided Implant Surgery: Every implant at our office is digitally planned with CBCT imaging and placed using a custom surgical guide. Guided implant surgery lets us plan the final restoration first, then position each implant at the ideal depth and angle to support it. In many cases, patients benefit from shorter procedures, less tissue disruption, and a smoother recovery.
- Our In-House Digital Dental Laboratory: One of the things that sets our practice apart is our in-house digital dental laboratory. Having digital design and fabrication capabilities in our office allows our doctors and laboratory team to collaborate directly, make adjustments quickly, and maintain greater control throughout the restorative process. When a trusted outside laboratory partner is the better choice for a specific restoration, we use the approach expected to deliver the best long-term result.
- CAD/CAM Dentistry: Computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) allows us to design restorations digitally and, in many cases, mill crowns right here in our office. Some crowns can be completed in a single visit, saving you a second appointment and a temporary crown.
- 3D Printing: Our in-house 3D printers produce surgical guides, temporary restorations, night guards, and other appliances with exceptional accuracy. Keeping fabrication in our modern dentist office in Vancouver, WA shortens turnaround times and keeps your implant and restorative care connected from start to finish.
Why Technology Matters for Full-Arch Implant Patients
For patients replacing most or all of their teeth, technology plays a major role in a predictable outcome. CBCT imaging, facial scanning, digital design, guided surgery, and 3D printing all work together in one coordinated workflow. Your surgical and restorative care are planned from the same records, so nothing gets lost between offices and your treatment stays on track.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are digital X-rays safe?
Yes. Digital X-rays use significantly less radiation than traditional film, and we only take images when they are needed for diagnosis or treatment planning.
Do I need a CBCT scan for a dental implant?
Yes. Every implant we place is planned with CBCT imaging so we can evaluate bone volume and protect nearby nerves and sinuses.
Can I see my results before treatment?
For cosmetic and full-arch cases, digital smile design and facial scanning let us preview potential results before any treatment begins.
Experience the Difference Advanced Technology Makes
If you’re looking for a modern dental office in Vancouver, WA, with advanced technology and in-house capabilities, we’d love to meet you. Today’s Dentistry welcomes patients from Vancouver, Camas, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, Salmon Creek, and the greater Portland metro area. Call our office or use our online scheduling tool to request your consultation, and see how our technology can support a healthier, more confident smile.
