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In-office 3D scanning in Alpena, Michigan
Your teeth,
mapped in minutes.
We use a 3D scanner instead of the old impression trays, so fabricating your aligners or retainers is faster and more comfortable.
What it is
A 3D picture of your teeth.
Remember biting into a tray of cold, gooey impression material and trying not to gag? We don't do that. A small wand moves around your teeth and builds a detailed 3D image on the screen in a few minutes. No trays, no material, no mess.
No trays, no goopy material
Just a small wand that moves around your teeth. The scan builds on the screen while it's happening — you can watch it come together.
A few minutes, not a whole visit
It's one of the easiest parts of your treatment. Most patients are surprised at how quick and comfortable it is.
Precision that shapes your treatment
A clearer 3D image gives Dr. Sytek a better starting point, and it's the blueprint for your Oliv aligners and anything we make in-house.
In our hands
Why we love 3D scanning.
In recent years, 3D scanning has become the new normal for orthodontic treatment planning and appliance fabrication. I love that I can look at how the teeth fit together from all angles and really get a sense of what I need to do to get an ideal outcome.
Dr. Lauren Sytek
What we do with the scan
From scan to plan
to appliance.
The scan is the starting point. Here's what happens with it.
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Planning
Dr. Sytek uses your 3D scan to see exactly what your teeth are doing and to map out your treatment step by step.
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Your appliances
The scan is the blueprint for your Oliv aligners and anything we make in-house at Sytek Ortho.
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Tracking progress
Digital records make it easy to compare where you started to where you are, so every visit counts.
Who this is for
Every patient who reaches for
In-Office 3D Scanning.
Every patient treated at Sytek Ortho Patients starting Oliv aligners or in-house aligners Anyone getting retainers or appliances made in our office Patients who hated goopy impression trays the first time around See what actually gets made from your scan on our Same-Day 3D Printing page.
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Reviews from real
Alpena families.
“My experience with Sytek Ortho has been great! Everybody is always very welcoming and I never leave without a smile on my face!”
“We are thrilled with the outcome of Parker’s orthodontic care. Dr. Sytek and all of the staff at Sytek Ortho are wonderful.”
“I didn’t like to smile before, but after having braces at Sytek Ortho, I have more confidence with my smile.”
“Dr. Sytek and staff did an amazing job. I love my teeth!”
“We could not be happier with Bently and Emerson’s orthodontic results. The team was incredibly flexible and always available to answer questions. Their treatment experience was positive from start to finish, and their confidence truly shines through their smiles.”
“We’re so happy with the way Noah’s smile turned out and we’re so happy we could do this treatment right here in Alpena. Dr. Kendziorski referred Noah and he’s one of the earlier completed cases with Sytek Ortho.”
“The team at Sytek Ortho is like family to me. They made sure I loved my teeth. They are truly the best people. I miss them!”
“My experience with Sytek Ortho was awesome! Everyone there was very kind and helpful. I am very happy, and my teeth look great.”
“They were all so nice! And brought back my confidence back!”
“I truly love Dr. Sytek. She gave me so much confidence in my smile, and I was treated incredibly well throughout the entire process. The environment was always so welcoming and they always made me feel right at home.”
“I had an amazing experience with Dr. Sytek and the entire orthodontic team. The process was smooth, comfortable, and the results were incredible. I would highly recommend Dr. Sytek to anyone considering orthodontic treatment!”
FAQ
Common questions about
In-Office 3D Scanning.
Not at all. The wand just moves around your teeth while it builds the image. No trays, no material, no gagging.
Only a few minutes. It's one of the easiest parts of your visit.
No. A 3D scan captures the surfaces of your teeth and gums, not the bone beneath them. We also take two types of x-rays, including a panoramic image, as part of your records.
Dr. Sytek uses it to plan your treatment, and it's what your aligners and in-house appliances are built from. It also gives us a digital record to track your progress against.
Related treatments
Other treatment options to consider.
Same-Day 3D Printing
What gets built from your scan, right here at Sytek Ortho.
Oliv Aligners
The clear aligner system built from your 3D scan.
Retainers
Also built from your scan and made in-house.
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