Intraoral Camera

An intraoral camera is a slim, pen-sized wand with a light and a lens at its tip. It moves comfortably around the mouth and sends magnified, high-resolution images to a screen right beside you. Nothing stays hidden behind a mirror or a clinician's shoulder — you see the same close-up view we see, while we see it, and can ask questions about exactly what is on the screen.

What the images show

Alignment and spacing — clear views of crowding, gaps, and how the bite comes together.
Appliance check — the condition of brackets, wires, and how aligners are seating between visits.
Soft tissue — irritation or build-up along the gum line that may need attention before or during treatment.
Progress records — images saved over time show how much has changed since the first appointment.

Part of a fuller picture

Photographs capture surface detail that other records cannot. Used alongside our digital panoramic x-ray, cephalometric imaging, digital impression scanning, and 3D treatment planning, they help round out the diagnostic picture and make discussions about options far more concrete for patients and parents alike.

This content is for general information only and isn't dental or medical advice. Talk with a qualified provider about your own situation. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.