Medit Digital Scanner in Plantation, FL High-Speed
3D Dental Scans for a Better Fit, Every Time
At Westside Dental Center, Dr. Uttma Dham uses the Medit intraoral scanner to capture detailed, high-speed 3D models of your teeth and gums in real time, right here in our Plantation office. No putty impressions, no lab delays, and no uncomfortable trays. Just a fast, precise scan that makes every restoration, aligner, and crown fit exactly the way it should.
WHAT IS THE MEDIT SCANNER?
What Is the Medit Intraoral Scanner And Why Does It Matter?
For decades, taking dental impressions meant one thing putty. A tray loaded with thick, cold material pressed against your teeth while you tried to stay still and breathe through your nose. It was uncomfortable, time-consuming, and not always accurate.
The iTero digital scanner replaces all of that with a small, handheld wand that your dental team gently moves around your mouth. In a matter of minutes, it captures thousands of images per second and stitches them together into a highly accurate, full-color 3D digital model of your teeth and gums right on screen, in real time
The Medit digital scanner changes that experience completely
It's a compact, handheld device that Dr. Dham's team uses to scan the inside of your mouth with remarkable speed and precision. As the wand moves across your teeth, it captures thousands of data points per second and builds a detailed, full-color 3D model of your entire dental arch displayed live on screen as the scan progresses.
The whole process typically takes just a few minutes. The resulting digital model is sharper, more dimensionally accurate, and far more comfortable to obtain than any traditional impression. And because it's fully digital, it feeds seamlessly into Dr. Dham's treatment planning software without any risk of distortion or damage in transit
It's a small change in process that makes a meaningful difference in the quality of care you receive
BENEFIT CARDS
What Makes the Medit Scanner Different at Westside Dental Center
The Medit scanner is one of the fastest intraoral scanners available in dentistry today. It captures your full arch in minutes and renders a complete 3D model almost immediately. You can see exactly what Dr. Dham sees your teeth, your bite, your gum line right on screen during your appointment. No waiting for lab results, no follow-up just to review a model.
The precision of the Medit scanner means that crowns, bridges, veneers, and aligners are designed from data that reflects exactly how your mouth looks down to the finest detail. That accuracy translates directly into restorations that fit better on the first try, with fewer adjustments needed at your fitting appointment.
If dental anxiety is something you deal with even mild discomfort or a sensitive gag reflex the Medit scanner is a significant improvement over traditional impressions. The wand is lightweight, smooth, and non-invasive. There's nothing pressing against your soft tissue, nothing to hold in place, and nothing to trigger that uncomfortable sensation that comes with putty trays.
Once your scan is complete, the 3D model lives in your digital patient file and integrates directly with the software Dr. Dham uses for treatment planning, crown design, aligner fabrication, and more. It's a connected system that keeps your care coordinated, efficient, and accurate — from the moment of the scan all the way to the finished result
WHAT IS THE MEDIT SCANNER USED FOR?
How Dr. Dham Uses the Medit Scanner at Westside Dental Center
The Medit intraoral scanner is a versatile part of Dr. Dham's diagnostic and treatment toolkit. At Westside Dental Center, it's used across a wide range of procedures:
Full mouth restoration planning — comprehensive scans of the entire dentition give Dr. Dham the detailed baseline she needs before designing a full treatment plan
Whether you're coming in for a single crown or a complete smile makeover, the Medit scanner gives Dr. Dham the precision foundation she needs to deliver results that last
TRUST SECTION
Industry-Leading Technology, Backed by Decades of Clinical Expertise
Having advanced scanning technology in the office is one thing. Knowing how to interpret the data it produces and translate it into treatment that genuinely improves a patient's life is something else entirely
Dr. Uttma Dham has been practicing dentistry in Plantation, FL for over 20 years. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University, graduating with honors and receiving the Dean's Academic Achievement Award. She completed her residency at the Dade County Dental Research Center and is currently enrolled at the Dawson Academy of Advanced Dental Education where precision occlusal analysis and comprehensive treatment planning are at the heart of the curriculum.
She is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and she holds certifications in Invisalign, Lumineers, and advanced cosmetic smile design.
When Dr. Dham uses the Medit scanner, she isn't just collecting a digital file. She's using that data to make genuinely better clinical decisions grounded in 20 years of experience treating real patients with real dental needs across Plantation and South Florida
The technology is exceptional. The person using it makes it exceptional for you.
The Medit scanner is a small, handheld wand that moves gently around the inside of your mouth. It makes no contact with your gums or soft tissue beyond a light pass, and there's nothing to hold in place or bite down on. Patients consistently describe it as one of the most comfortable parts of their appointment.
A full-arch scan typically takes between two and five minutes. For more complex cases involving both arches and bite registration, it may take slightly longer but it's still significantly faster than traditional impression methods, and far more comfortable throughout.
Yes one of the most valued aspects of intraoral scanning is the ability to view your 3D dental model on screen in real time. Dr. Dham can walk you through exactly what she sees, point out areas of interest, and explain her treatment recommendations using your actual scan data as a visual reference.
The Medit scanner captures dental anatomy with submillimeter accuracy and produces a digital model that does not distort, shrink, or degrade over time the way physical putty impressions can. For most restorative and cosmetic applications, digital impressions consistently outperform traditional methods in both accuracy and consistency.
Yes. Digital scans from the Medit scanner can be used as the basis for clear aligner treatment, feeding into the design software that generates your custom aligner series. Dr. Dham will advise during your consultation on the most appropriate scanning workflow for your specific treatment.
Nothing at all. Just arrive for your appointment as normal. The scan is quick, comfortable, and requires no special preparation on your part. Dr. Dham's team will guide you through the whole process in just a few minutes.
Precise, Comfortable Dental Center Right Here in Plantation
At Westside Dental Center, we believe that a great dental experience starts with getting the details right and that begins with accurate, comfortable impressions. The Medit digital scanner is one of the tools that helps Dr. Dham deliver restorations, aligners, and treatment plans built on data you can trust.
If you're ready to experience a different standard of dental center in Plantation, FL, we'd love to meet you. New patients are always welcome, and your first consultation is completely free.
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