The scanning and milling device being used by the 49th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron dental clinic utilizes CAD and CAM software to perform same-day dental crowns and other intraoral device procedures, according to a March 24 news release.
By using the machine and software program, the clinic is able to perform procedures with more efficiency and accuracy.
With the new technology, airmen are able to receive dental care and return to deployment status on the same day, the release said.
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