For many aged care residents, getting dentures has often meant several trips to the dentist, uncomfortable moulds, and a long wait before their new set is ready. At Aged Care Dentistry, we know how important it is to make this process easier and more comfortable. That’s why we’ve introduced intra oral scanning with the Medit i700, a modern digital solution that helps us create dentures faster and with greater accuracy.

What is the Medit i700?

The Medit i700 is a state-of-the-art intra oral scanner used by our dental team to capture highly detailed 3D images of the mouth. Unlike traditional impression materials and trays, which can be uncomfortable and messy, the Medit i700 provides a clean, accurate, and fast alternative.

The scanner is a small handheld device that uses light technology to take thousands of images, which are then combined to create a complete 3D digital model of the gums and teeth. This model is securely sent to our dental lab, where it’s used to design dentures with precision.

While the technology is advanced, the biggest benefit is for residents: less time in the chair, no need for bulky trays, and a smoother process from start to finish.

How Intra Oral Scanning Improves Denture Care

Traditional denture care often follows a lengthy pathway: an initial consultation, messy impressions, bite registrations, trial dentures, and finally the fitting. Along the way, there may be errors with impressions, or dentures that need to be remade because they don’t fit as expected. This can be stressful and time-consuming for both residents and carers.

With intra oral scanning, much of this is simplified.

• Quicker turnaround: Digital scans can be taken in minutes and transferred instantly to the lab. This means dentures are usually ready in one or two visits instead of several.

• Reliable accuracy: Because the scans capture the exact shape of the mouth, dentures are more likely to fit correctly the first time, reducing the need for multiple adjustments.

• Modern workflow: Digital files don’t warp, break, or go missing like physical impressions can. This makes the process more reliable for everyone involved.

The result is a smoother journey from start to finish, allowing residents to get back to eating, smiling, and speaking with confidence sooner.

Benefits for Aged Care Residents

Dentures aren’t just about replacing missing teeth, they have a huge impact on a resident’s overall quality of life. Being able to eat properly supports nutrition and health, while clear speech and a natural-looking smile can boost confidence and social interaction.

Intra oral scanning supports these outcomes by making the process easier:

• Fewer appointments: Residents don’t have to endure multiple trips to the dentist or sit through repeated fittings. This is particularly helpful for those with mobility challenges.

• Comfort during treatment: With no need for bulky trays and impression materials, the scanning process is simple, comfortable, and stress-free.

• Quicker access to dentures: Residents receive their new dentures faster, which means less time struggling with eating or communicating.

• Better long-term outcomes: Well-fitting dentures reduce the risk of sore spots, irritation, or difficulty chewing, all of which can affect daily comfort and wellbeing.

Families and carers also benefit, as the streamlined process means fewer disruptions to daily routines and less stress coordinating appointments.

Our Process with Digital Dentures

Initial Scan

Our team visits your aged care facility and uses the Medit i700 scanner to take a quick, comfortable 3D scan of your mouth.

Lab Design & Fabrication

The scan is securely sent to our dental lab, where your dentures are digitally designed and made to fit with precision.

Fitting & Adjustments

In most cases, your new dentures are ready within 1–2 appointments. Any fine-tuning can be completed on the spot, giving you a comfortable and reliable fit.

A New Era Of Denture Care

Intra oral scanning with the Medit i700 is transforming the way we provide denture care in aged care facilities. By reducing the number of appointments, improving comfort, and ensuring a more accurate fit, this digital technology makes a real difference for residents and their families.

If you’d like to learn more about our denture services or arrange a visit to your facility, get in touch with Aged Care Dentistry today.