DentalMonitoring in Buffalo Grove, IL

Smarter Orthodontics and Fewer Visits

At Buffalo Grove Orthodontics, we believe orthodontic care should fit into your life, not disrupt it. That is why we use DentalMonitoring, an advanced virtual monitoring system that allows Dr. Eltink to closely track each patient's treatment progress between office visits using weekly at-home scans.

DentalMonitoring monitors tooth movement, bite changes, appliance health, and oral hygiene in real time. This allows us to provide more precise, proactive orthodontic care while significantly reducing in-office appointments by eliminating visits that simply are not needed.

We are the only orthodontic practice in the area using DentalMonitoring as part of routine orthodontic care for Invisalign, braces, and Observation Monitoring patients.

How DentalMonitoring Works

DentalMonitoring allows patients to submit quick weekly scans of their teeth using a smartphone and a small scanning device provided for free by our office. These scans are reviewed by Dr. Eltink and our orthodontic team to ensure treatment is progressing exactly as planned.

If everything looks good, no visit is needed. If something requires attention, we contact you right away to schedule an appointment. This approach keeps treatment efficient and focused on what actually matters.

Weekly monitoring means we can stay ahead of issues instead of reacting to them months later. At Buffalo Grove Orthodontics, that weekly connection also means patients and parents receive regular feedback, encouragement, and updates throughout treatment, not just at in-office visits.

Patients can also contact Dr. Eltink directly through the DentalMonitoring app throughout treatment, ensuring questions and concerns are addressed promptly without requiring an office visit.

Fewer Office Visits Without Compromising Results

Traditional orthodontic care relied on routine scheduled visits whether or not adjustments were needed, typically every 5-6 weeks. At Buffalo Grove Orthodontics, treatment paired with DentalMonitoring means our patients only come into the office when it is truly necessary.

This results in:

• Fewer in-office appointments
• More efficient, purposeful scheduling
• Less time away from school or work
• Shorter overall treatment times
• More oversight, not less, because we are checking in every single week

For Invisalign patients in particular, DentalMonitoring can mean going as long as 6 to 9 months without an in-office visit while still receiving consistent, close orthodontic oversight. It is one of the primary reasons so many of our patients choose Invisalign.

Real-Time Aligner Changes Guided by Progress, Not a Calendar

For Invisalign patients, DentalMonitoring does something no traditional orthodontic approach can match. Rather than advancing to the next aligner on a fixed schedule, aligner changes at Buffalo Grove Orthodontics are guided entirely by real-time scan data. We do not move you to the next aligner until your scans confirm your teeth are ready.

This precision leads to better outcomes, fewer setbacks, and Invisalign treatment that is more efficient and more effective from start to finish.

Better Monitoring of Oral Hygiene and Dental Health

DentalMonitoring is not just about convenience. It also plays a critical role in protecting oral health throughout orthodontic treatment.

Weekly scans allow us to closely monitor:

• Oral hygiene and brushing habits
• Gum health and early signs of inflammation or irritation
• Brushing concerns around braces brackets and wires
• Loose brackets or broken wires for braces patients, so we can address issues before they delay progress

If we notice a concern, we address it right away rather than waiting until the next scheduled visit. When appropriate, images can also be securely shared with your general dentist so we can collaborate on your overall dental health. This level of weekly oversight helps prevent small problems from becoming bigger ones.

DentalMonitoring for Invisalign, Braces, and Observation Monitoring

DentalMonitoring supports every type of orthodontic care at Buffalo Grove Orthodontics, including:

• Invisalign clear aligners for kids, teens and adults
• Braces for kids, teens, and adults
• Observation Monitoring for younger children who are not yet ready for orthodontic treatment
• Phase 1 early orthodontic treatment

For younger patients in Observation Monitoring, DentalMonitoring allows us to track jaw growth, tooth eruption, and development remotely every month, and determine the ideal time to begin treatment, often without the need for frequent office visits. Dr. Eltink personally reviews every scan.

Why Patients Travel to Buffalo Grove Orthodontics for DentalMonitoring

Many of our patients travel from neighboring communities because DentalMonitoring significantly reduces the number of in-office visits required during treatment. For busy families, working adults, and Invisalign patients in particular, fewer in-office appointments combined with weekly virtual oversight makes orthodontic care far more manageable. When an in-office visit is needed, it is always purposeful and productive.

DentalMonitoring allows us to deliver a higher level of orthodontic care more efficiently, while maintaining quality and results.