It’s said that “seeing-is-believing.” That’s true in life and related to dental photo scans and what they reveal about your oral wellness score.
But who’s keeping score?
That’s a vital question for tracking your oral health and any issues that could require a dental visit and/or treatment.
Let’s review why dental images and scans are essential to your ongoing oral health.
Images tell a “story”
Dental images and scans function as a visual “storyteller.” According to Albert Meharabian, in his book, Silent Messages,
”…seven percent of communication is verbal, while 93 percent is non-verbal.
- Images are able to grab our attention easily, and we are immediately drawn to them.
- Images help us become involved, and help contribute to the storytelling process…” [1]
The storytelling process supported by images creates engagement. In the context of your dental care that’s a significant reason to make sure yours are current and available for viewing when necessary.
Your available and accessible images create engagement in two key areas relative to your oral wellness.
1-Communication flow
The relationship you establish with your dentist relies on effective communication.
- Between you and your dentist
- Between you, your dentist, and a specialist referral
- Between your dentist and their support network including labs
- Between you, your dentist, and your insurance provider
2-Self-awareness
Keep in mind that there are occasions when your oral health condition might not cause you pain or discomfort. Lack of pain can give you a reason to delay or postpone a diagnosis or treatment.
Dental scans and images create a “seeing-is-believing” nudge to seek a dental consultation that could lead to a treatment solution.
Again, your oral wellness score could be dependent on how self-aware you are about your dental health. Images support that process and help prevent costly or time consuming treatment.
A solution for staying aware and keeping your oral wellness score high
Maintaining self-awareness and tracking your oral health requires tools. Relative to photographic tools, there’s a personal technology solution available to you.
For example, the Dental.com platform allows you to follow guided photo templates of your mouth and teeth with the convenience of your smart phone.
- Scanned photos generate your Oral Wellness Score
- The presence of cavities, gum related issues or inflammation, damaged or defective dental restorations, plaque build-up, and more are detected.
- Follow-up is possible with an on-demand, licensed, online/virtual dentist for a small fee.
- Your virtual dentist can provide prescriptions and/or refer you to an in-person dentist in your local zip code.
This convenient oral health and wellness assessment provides a solution for you and your family if:
- You lack dental insurance coverage
- You have fear of dental visits or dental anxiety
- You desire to take control of your oral health by trusting photo scans and virtual dental consultations
- You prefer to be in the “drivers-seat” when consulting with a dentist or specialist in-person.
The Dental.com solution helps you accomplish those along with the self-awareness that’s essential to a healthy oral wellness score.
- Transparent consultations
- Free scans
- Convenient, time-saving access to low cost, virtual dental consultations with a licensed dentist
- Connection to in-person dental care with dentists in your zip code
Track, monitor, and maintain a high Oral Wellness Score with an easy-to-use, cost-effective tool
The Dental.com team of dental professionals are trained to identify, diagnose, and treat any dental condition. From toothaches to second opinions - you’re covered!
- Access a 24 hour dentist now from your personal, private, and secure account.
- Select a reason for your visit using a brief questionnaire.
- Receive virtual dental care from a licensed dentist when you provide your issue details, any photos, and/or dental/health records.
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[1] https://www.oralhealthgroup.com/features/the-pictures-really-do-matter/